What to Expect in Your First Year of Travel Nursing
Congratulations on starting your first year as a travel nurse! What can you expect beyond seeing new places and making new friends? It is an excellent career choice; assignments will offer learning opportunities and enhance nursing skills. You will build confidence and gain experience along the way. For your first year, you will be able […]
How to Build Friendships and Community as a Travel Nurse
Making and keeping friends is a challenge all travel nurses face. Frequent moves and assignments that only last weeks, often leading to superficial friendships and no meaningful connections, tend to be the norm. However, if you use a bit of creativity, you can form lasting friendships on the road. As a travel nurse, you can […]
Is January the Best Time to Hire Travel Nurses?
January is an excellent time to hire travel nurses. Healthcare facilities start the year with a new budget for more travel nursing assignments, and the post-holiday period typically sees an increase in patients due to postponed elective surgeries and flu season. Travel nurses have the versatility and adaptability that allow them to quickly take a […]
Is Travel Nursing Right for You? Key Questions to Consider
When you think about travel nursing, you probably think about adventure and high-earning potential, right? Those perks are undoubtedly attractive and available, but there is much more to travel nursing. And like any other profession, there are pros and cons. It might not be for everyone. Here are some considerations if you are considering taking […]
How to Tailor Your Resume for Different Nursing Specialties
Are you looking for a new nursing opportunity in a specialized area? A significant part of securing a nursing position in a specialized area is ensuring your qualifications match the specialty area you are applying to. Before you do that, make sure you have the essential nursing skills. Nursing requires a vast range of skills […]
Travel Nurses Guide to Celebrating Holidays Away From Home
For many travel nurses, holiday assignments provide unique experiences while helping communities in need. With a bit of planning, you can make the most of the holidays, wherever your assignment takes you. Here are some tips to bring warmth and joy to your holiday season, even while away from home. 1. Plan in Advance Before […]