Scholarships for Nursing Students: Win or Lose – There are Benefits
If you are one of those people who think that applying to scholarships is a waste of time because you never win anything – this blog is for you. First of all, let’s start by pointing out that you could win. If you are interested in attending nursing school, some extra cash to help cover the cost can’t be a bad thing, right? Don’t buy into the many myths out there about scholarships. But, ok, if we are assuming that you’re most likely...
The Top 5 Nursing Apps You Need to Survive
Need some general nursing info, medical translations, or professional development tips in the medical field? We’ve got you covered with the best five nursing apps. We traveled from app store to app store and hung ten surfing the web to bring you these hidden gems that are must-haves for nurses and nursing students. It doesn’t matter if you’re a nursing student, a new nurse, or a veteran nurse, there’s always new information coming...
Find Your Zen: 5 Tips For Nursing School Stress Relief
School is stressful to begin with, but throw the word ‘nursing’ in front of that, and you have a prescription for a meltdown. In a profession where helping others is the goal, it’s easy to sometimes forget to look out for your own wellbeing. Whether you’re just starting out in the nursing field or you’re advancing your degree, it’s essential to stay on top of your health and be proactive when managing stress....
How to Get a Nursing Scholarship – 5 Tips for Success
Alright, let’s talk about the dreaded subject. Yep, I’m talking about how you’re going to pay for your nursing education. It’s no secret that nursing school can be a pretty penny. With tuition, textbooks, and other medical equipment required, it can be tough to come up with the money to pay for your education. While it’s a good idea to look into loans that you’re eligible for, there’s also a lucrative way to get the funding you need...
How to Make Sure You Are Getting the Right Travel Nurse Housing Stipend
Understanding travel nurse pay packages, how to determine fair pay, and your travel nurse housing stipend are hard things to grasp as a new traveler. Now, with COVID crisis rates being advertised and job market fluctuations, it can be even more confusing to figure out how to know if you are making enough money to cover housing for the area you will be living in. There is not a one size fits all solution to determining if your...
Travel Nurse Housing: What to Do When You Are Struggling to Find it
There is nothing worse than landing your dream travel nurse assignment and coming up short on your housing search. Even if you spent time researching beforehand, if you are going to a popular destination for travelers, moving during a busy season, or relocating to a small town where rental options are limited, you might find yourself struggling when it comes time to actually book a place to stay. The travel nurse housing market...