Feeling Sleepy? Here’s 5 Great Ways to Sleep Easier Tonight
Nurses know more than almost anyone how amazing it feels to hit the sheets after a long shift. Sadly, all that time running around can make it impossible to shut down enough to catch those so desperately sought-after 40 winks. Sleep deprivation can be devastating for both nurses and their patients. With burnout and depression rates especially high in nurses, finding time to recharge your batteries is crucial. The last thing anyone...
Summer Lovin’: Dating for Travel Nurses
The weather’s been heating up and so have the opportunities to catch those spring flings and sizzlin’ summer romances. But, when you’re someone living the traveling nurse lifestyle, is dating even on your radar? Can dating while traveling really work? For singles that decide to head down that romantic road while on assignment, there’s a lot of things that you need to keep in mind, so you might want to pump...
8 Signs Traveling Has Made You a Better Person
People choose travel nursing for a lot of reasons. Some just want to explore new places. Others just like doing something different. But, did you know that by traveling, you actually become a better human being? It’s true. Breathing in new places, trying out wacky things, eating local cuisine, and meeting fresh faces can really turn your life around. 8 Signs Traveling Has Made You a Better Person 1. You actually live in the...
Travel Nursing with Children | It’s Easier Than You’d Think!
If you’re anything like me, where you go…your tribe must follow. Whether your “tribe” be your significant other, your two kids, or your french bulldog; there’s no reason not to bring them every step of the way throughout your career’s journey. One of the major concerns that nurses have before considering the travel lifestyle is if it can work with their loved ones in tow. Single parents especially...
What ALL NURSES Need to Know About Multi-State Licenses
If you’re an RN in the United States who likes to travel, you’ve probably either considered obtaining a multi-state license. The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) grants nurses the eligibility to work in not only their home state, but also in the 24 states (and counting) that are part of the NLC membership. Travel nurses have benefited greatly from the flexible and ever-expanding Nurse Licensure Compact. It was created by the...
The Facts About Taxes: Travel Nurse Tax Guide
It may not be rocket science, but the concept of travel nurse taxes can still be pretty confusing. If you are considering travel nursing or just starting out in the industry, you probably have a lot of questions. You’re most likely wondering how you will be taxed. As a travel nurse, your assignments will only last an average of 13 weeks. This means that you will be moving to a new destination every couple of months. Typically,...