​Not every day starts out as a great day. As the Carpenters said, "rainy days and Mondays always get me down." But days when the sun is shining, or even a Friday, can be frustrating as well, depending on a variety of events. But before you let the day get to you, consider these quotes that can help you kick start a frustrating day or improve your m...

Resume Writing for Travel NursingStandard resume writing rules really do not apply to Travel Nurse Resumes. A standard resume usually does not include the information that the Recruiter is looking for. The resume you submit doesn't usually get to the hospital or provider where you are applying. The agency you use will normally generate your resume ...

There have always been healthcare travelers as there have always been those who wanted to help others be healthy and take care of their wellbeing. The modern healthcare travel industry began in earnest in the 1970's or 1980's. In the 1970's the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation provided a grant to determine how to get doctors to go to under-served loc...

​Consider those useful tips the next time you try to talk yourself out of RV living. Ask yourself when the last time you wore that particular piece of clothing.Look at your outfits. If you haven't worn them in the past 30 days, you don't need them. There are some exceptions to this, like ski clothes or particular sporting equipment. If you have to ...

​Nurses with wanderlust often dream of hitting the open road, and seeing the world. Thanks to the nursing shortage, experienced nurses can do this while remaining employed as a travel nurse for facilities with staffing shortages. Here are 10 Ways to prepare for a career in travel nursing:#1 Explore travel nursing.Do you know how many travel nurse b...

Sepsis and Septic Shock RedefinedIn late February 2016 the Society of Critical Care Medicine released a new document about Sepsis-3, otherwise known as the Third International Consensus Definitions of Sepsis and Septic Shock. Sepsis continues to be a leading cause of mortality and ICU admission. As members of the healthcare team we are constantly s...

​If you want to find a specific job as a traveling nurse just click on the links on this page. The great thing about being a traveling nurse boils down to one key component – it's about the travel! For those of us who love moving around and seeing the world, travel nursing is the profession of our dreams. There are many travel destinations availabl...

​When you're a working nurse on night shift, and come home for shut eye, woe unto the person (or thing!) that wakes you up. Recently, American Traveler shared a cartoon strip on this very subject, discovering in all those shares and "likes" just how important getting enough sleep is to traveling nurses. As well it should be.According to a recent re...

​Travel nursing is unlike any other profession, offering excitement and the chance to meet new friends with every trip. Of course, as with any vocation, it makes sense to learn from seasoned pros. With that in mind, American Traveler initiated a LinkedIn conversation and asked for suggestions from current travel nurses. The following pointers emerg...

​Anyone who travels for work has to be thoughtful about recurring expenses, and finding ways to save money on food will help keep your budget on track. Done right, you might even find yourself with extra cash to try a new restaurant or experience a local favorite.After all, working on assignment is as much about discovering different cultures as it...

​Although the average age of US nurses was 50 (as of 2013), you're typically sharing a unit floor with representatives from several different age brackets. Some researchers have divided the current nursing cohort into three age groups: the Boomers, the GenXers and the Millennials.Generalizations about GenerationsThe Baby Boom occurred from 1946 to ...

​Historically, nursing has been considered a great career choice for women not just because it's respected and well-paid, but because the career path has been a relatively easy one. During the early and mid-20th century, nurses received two to three years of training through either hospital-administered programs or the military; later, community co...

​I never considered working in home health when I was a new grad fixated on my career as a sports PT. But, when I started traveling, I quickly noticed there were a lot of home health gigs available. As I began yet another home care assignment a few weeks ago, I realized I was starting my 5th contract working in home care. Turns out, I have spent 3 ...

​Tired of winter and being cooped up in the gym? Fortunately, there are plenty of scenic parks and running trails open to the public and serviceable, throughout the winter season. When the snow melts, travel nurses will want the 411 on gorgeous, scenic running trails; if you live in the South, you may already be enjoying some of them. This is the h...

​It's a romantic notion to date a travel nurse or Gypsy. You know, one of those free-spirited people who roam after the wind and return home with twigs in their hair and dust upon their cheeks.But it's also really hard. And annoying. And painful.Here are some tips you should know if you plan to date a travel nurse.Expect them to do their own thing ...

​Let me start by saying that "I LOVE BEING A NURSE."I graduated with my ADN almost 17 years ago. I have had the opportunity to hold hands with and give comfort to the dying and to cry with families left behind. I have been able to help bring people back from the brinks of death and give them the opportunity to go on to live longer lives. I have bro...

​We routinely receive inquiries from property owners interested in renting to travel nurses. And why not?! Travel nurses are excellent tenants. Meanwhile, travel nurses are always looking to secure the perfect housing option. And why not?! Getting a great deal on housing can help the traveler save money while offering all the amenities they need. S...

​The nature of travel nursing is that you'll be moving to multiple locations across the country over the course of a year. Self storage is a convenient solution to make those moves easier, and it can help make the different living situations you'll encounter in different markets more manageable. Here are five things about self storage that travel n...

​If you chose to become (or are considering becoming) a Travel Nurse, then you are most likely an adventurous person who likes to see and do new things. But even the most ardent Travelers can still use a little inspiration every now and then.Whether you're a veteran Traveler heading out for another new assignment, a newbie just starting your first,...

Happy 2016 travelers!!! Whether you are settling into a new contract, on the road to the next, or about to sign your first, here's to a successful new year!! There's nothing like packing the car and hitting the road or boarding a flight to your next adventure. It's the element of change, enrichment, and unknown that is common to all of us as travel...