Top 8 Influential Nurses in History
Believe it or not, the nursing profession as we know it is less than 150 years old! Before that, hospitals/medical practices were relatively unsafe. As a result, many people just treated their sickness at home. It wasn’t actually until the 19th century that nurses even began having any formal training at all. It was typically just nuns or military personnel (during wartime) that treated people with injuries or illness. In the...
The Land Down Under: Travel Nursing in Australia
If you’re familiar with our site at all, you know that we offer some of the best travel nurse assignments in the U.S. In fact, many of our blogs even showcase a specific state or location to give you a little insight into what an assignment there like. However, did you know that travel nurses can go international? In fact, for those wanderlust travelers looking to explore the world, a travel nurse assignment abroad is a great way to...
Nursing Conferences to Attend in 2019
We may be halfway through 2019, but there are still a lot of great nursing conferences to go to this year! As a nurse, you never stop learning. This is especially true for travel nurses. Each travel assignment will show you how to handle new patients, practices, and facilities. Moreover, travel nursing can teach you a lot about yourself and how you handle change. Attending some of these nursing conferences and seminars can help you...
What to Look for in a Travel Nurse Recruiter & Why You Need One
Should you travel to Florida or California on your next travel nurse assignment? Which hospitals offer better pay? Where will you have the best work culture? What if you have a housing emergency? When you get into travel nursing, you’re going to have lots of questions, some of which we just listed. Although healthcare agencies can answer some of your questions, it’s best to have an individual person on speed dial who knows you and can...
11 Essential Qualities and Attributes of a Nurse
Do you have what it takes to be a nurse? There are certain qualities and attributes of a nurse that make them stand out and be successful. Being a nurse is not an easy job, but at the end of the day, it’s a rewarding one for those who have the essential qualities. Check out these 11 things that set nurses apart! Top Qualities and Attributes of Nurse Empathetic Empathy is an important attribute for a nurse because it will make your...