You’re a first-time traveler, congrats! You’re about to embark on your first journey and while we know there’s a lot of excitement, we know there’s stress that creeps into it too. We’ve created a guide to help you make sure you feel ready and not wonder “did I do that” or “how will I manage”…
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Finding the perfect travel nursing agency can be a daunting task — the sheer number of travel nursing companies out there can be overwhelming. Choosing an agency plays a huge role in your experience as a travel nurse, so it’s not a decision to be taken lightly. There are a number of factors that you…
For experienced medical travelers, the night shift is no stranger, but if you’re new to working nights, simply surviving might be all you’re thinking about. The night shift can take over your entire day — if you let it — but if you take the right approach, you’ll be able to survive the night shift and…
Neonatal nursing care is an incredibly important job that focuses on helping sick and prematurely born infants recuperate. NICU nurses also help parents deal emotionally with the stress of giving birth to a sick newborn. Although every nursing discipline is rewarding (constantly getting to see people come into your care at their worst and then…
Licensed practical nursing is an awesome and in-demand field, and becoming a travel LPN is actually easier than you think. Unlike registered nurses, becoming an LPN only takes between 12-18 months of schooling before you’re qualified to work — and the pay is still excellent. If you’re currently an LPN, on your way to becoming one,…
Trends in Travel Nursing Pay 2022 was a bit of a roller coaster ride for travel nurses. After growing accustomed to checks in the $4,000 to $6,000 per week range, nursing pay fell as the COVID pandemic got more under control — overall demand for travel nurses also took a hit generally. It’s not all…
Travel nurses are short-term healthcare employees working on contracts for hospitals when they are facing labor shortages. Those contracts might be as short as 4 weeks or as long as 13 — and they can often be extended for up to a year. And of course, travel nurses travel! Some travel nurses will work in just…
The holidays are fast approaching. And if you’re a travel nurse (or any other travel healthcare professional), you’re probably thinking that the last thing you want is to spend a special holiday pulling shifts in a hospital or clinic. Well, we’re to tell you “think again.” Sure, the holidays can add stress to an already…
There are many reasons to pursue a career as a traveling healthcare professional. Along with the excellent pay and benefits, most people site the flexibility, opportunities to explore new places, and chances to do new things as reasons they decided to live the travel life. But there’s another benefit some travelers don’t necessarily think about:…
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