Category: Allied Health Professionals

The Art of Adapting: Floating for Travel Nurses   It’s no secret that most nurses dislike floating. I can’t think of one nurse that has been happy to show up to work on their unit only to find they are being sent to another unit because it is short-staffed. However, you should always be prepared… Continue reading The Art of Adapting: Floating for Travel Nurses

Travel Nurse Destination Spotlight: Oklahoma   Intersected by the famous Route 66, Oklahoma was coined as the “Sooner State” because of the influx of settlers who arrived in the area (which was then Indian territory) before it was even officially opened for settlement in 1889. Oklahoma became the 46th U.S. state in 1907. Oklahoma’s rich… Continue reading Travel Nurse Destination Spotlight: Oklahoma

9 Must-haves Every Travel Nurse Should Take on Assignment Traveling nurses come from all walks of life and “home” looks different for everyone. The unique challenge for traveling nurses is that not only do they have limited downtime and bandwidth between shifts to devote to elaborately decorating their living space, but they also have to… Continue reading 9 Must-Haves for Travel Nurses to Make Anywhere Feel Like Home

From Messy to Methodical: Best Charting Practices for Nurses   When you decided to become a nurse, you probably didn’t think you would spend most of your time charting. We became nurses to take care of people and to make a difference, not spend hours of the day in front of a computer clicking boxes… Continue reading From Messy to Methodical: Best Charting Practices for Nurses

Navigating Chaos: A Travel Nurse’s Guide to Disaster Preparedness   Nurses know firsthand that disaster can strike at any moment, and often without warning. Being prepared in advance is crucial for medical professionals. Nurses play a critical role in natural disasters, as patients will still require critical care despite the loss of electricity, flooding, or… Continue reading Navigating Chaos: A Travel Nurse’s Guide to Disaster Preparedness

Overcoming Challenges in Travel Nursing When Your Assignment Didn’t Start Well Whether you’re a first-time travel nurse or a seasoned traveler, you’re always hoping the next stop is going to be a great experience. You know that not every assignment is going to be the best one you’ve ever had, but what happens when you… Continue reading So Your Travel Assignment Didn’t Start Off Well – Now What?

Why Clinicians Should Consider Working Per Diem: 8 Compelling Reasons   Latin for “by the day”, the phrase “Per Diem” has carried a few different meanings depending on the context. In the healthcare industry, we’ve all come to associate this phrase with the types of shifts NO ONE wants to work, or the clinicians who… Continue reading 8 Reasons Why Clinicians Should Consider Working Per Diem

Travel Nurse Destination Spotlight: Texas Everything’s bigger in Texas, including the virtually endless list of unique museums, parks, restaurants, and other attractions. Home to several of the nation’s top universities and healthcare systems, there is also no shortage of travel nursing adventures waiting for you in the Lone Star State.   Houston Museum of Natural… Continue reading Travel Nurse Destination Spotlight: Texas

Best Hiking Trails for the Adventurous Travel Nurse Get ready to hit the trails! We’re celebrating Earth Day and Trails Day by sharing our favorite hiking trails in some of our travel assignment destinations throughout the country.   Arkansas Whitaker Point Trail, Ozark National Forest Kingston, AR Hiking: 3 miles R/T A moderate hike in… Continue reading Best Hiking Trails for the Adventurous Travel Nurse

Negotiating Your Travel Nursing Contract I know I have been out of nursing school for a while, but I don’t remember a class on negotiations while in school, do you? When did nurses start needing to learn the art and skill of negotiating? Travel nursing has evolved into a big business. This evolving landscape has… Continue reading Negotiating Your Travel Nursing Contract