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Why Travel Nursing Might Be the Burnout Cure You Need
Jan 22, 2025
Many nurses and healthcare workers experience burnout. These are reasons why a travel nursing career can be a cure!
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The RN’s Guide to Most Comfortable Nursing Shoes
Jan 09, 2025
As a registered nurse, you likely spend 12 hours at a time on your feet, so having the right shoes is critical.
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Want to Work in a Magnet Hospital? Traveling Can Open the Door
Jan 08, 2025
The impact of experience within a Magnet hospital can be invaluable for the career-minded nurse!
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RNs Are Pledging to Get Their Flu Shots. Will You?
Sep 19, 2024
Preparing for the 2024/2025 influenza season that peaks from December through February is something all healthcare professionals should be thinking about now.
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Travel Nursing First Day Tips
Sep 12, 2024
You’ve just landed your first travel nurse assignment, and of course you want to make a good impression! We’ve got some tips for the first-time traveler.
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Travel Nurse Packing Essentials - What to Pack and How to Prepare
Aug 29, 2024
Discover the top travel nurse packing essentials and tips for a successful assignment.
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Best Places to Travel Nurse: Fall Edition
Aug 01, 2024
Fall is a season of new beginnings (cozy sweaters, a new school year, pumpkin spice!). Let's start planning for your awesome Autumn travel nursing job.
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The Best Summer Locations for Travel Nursing
Jul 03, 2024
Browse our top summer travel nursing locations - experience outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, and historical sites, there’s a destination for every traveler!
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Imagery for Mental Health and Coping Strategies for RNs
May 22, 2024
In the face of the exhaustion, fear, and uncertainty that surfaces during traumatic times, it’s normal not to be okay.
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Find Your Next Assignment: The Best Travel Nursing Locations for Spring
Apr 18, 2024
Discover the best travel nursing locations this spring with American Traveler. Explore amazing opportunities and start your adventure today!
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Explore the Perks of Being a Travel Nurse
Mar 20, 2024
There are several perks to becoming a travel nurse that make it an attractive career option for many healthcare professionals.
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Travel Nurse Salary: Unlocking Your Income Potential
Mar 06, 2024
Understanding the salary structure for a travel healthcare career choice involves taking into account various factors.
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Choosing the Ideal Travel Nurse Agency
Feb 21, 2024
A comprehensive guide to choosing the ideal travel nurse agency. This selection can significantly shape your experience and overall job satisfaction.
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The Ultimate Housing Guide for Healthcare Travelers
Feb 07, 2024
A path for finding the best travel nurse housing that fits your everyday needs. Check out this guide for travel healthcare professionals.
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5 Travel Nurse Tax Tips
Jan 30, 2024
The deadline for filing taxes is *April 15th.
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More RN Travel Nurse Job Opportunities in Compact Nursing States
Jan 05, 2024
If you’re a registered nurse, you will be happy that there are more travel nurse job opportunities in compact nursing states.
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Can a Travel Nurse Take an Assignment Close to Home?
Nov 30, 2023
Are you interested in the idea of a travel assignment, but aren't quite sure how far from home you want to go? What you need to know.
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Being a Travel Nurse and a Mom – How Do You Do Both?
Oct 23, 2023
Traveling with kids ... can it be done? The answer is yes!
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Telemetry Nurse Salary, Job Description, Duties
Oct 01, 2023
In search of information about Telemetry nursing? Here's a quick overview of average telemetry nurse salaries and telemetry nursing job descriptions.
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Travel Nurses Cure for First Day Jitters
Jun 02, 2023
You just landed a new travel nursing job. Now it's time to get over the first-day jitters!
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Highest Paying States for Registered Nurses
May 30, 2023
Highest registered nurse salaries by state - find out which factors affect your pay, what you can do to earn even more, whether you're traveling on on staff.
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Your Travel Nursing Schedule: Know How it Works
Mar 28, 2023
You started traveling, in part, because of the flexible schedule. But what does that really mean?
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Top 10 Best Travel Nurse Destinations for Spring
Mar 20, 2023
From festivals and concerts to flowers and farmers’ markets, make the most of this spring with an assignment in one of these incredible travel nursing locations!
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Can You Do Travel Nursing with a Dog? Absolutely!
Jan 26, 2023
Our furry friends can bring extra joy to traveling. Take the stress out of bringing your beloved dog - or dogs - with you on your next travel assignment.
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Two RNs explore the highest paying cities for travel nurses
Jan 09, 2023
Top paying cities for travel nurses change all the time, here are a few towns worth a second look.
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List of Documents for Travel Nurse Jobs
Jan 05, 2023
Documentation is a basic travel nurse requirement. Having your documents organized and ready to go can set you ahead of the rest!
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First Time Traveler Advice
Jan 04, 2023
Experts share their top tips on how to start travel nursing and get the most out of your first assignments.
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ER Nurse Salary and Job Description
Dec 20, 2022
Quick overview of typical emergency room nursing salaries, job descriptions, and how to start a career as an ER travel nurse.
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Best Travel Advice We've Ever Heard - From Those Who Know
Nov 28, 2022
Wondering how to get the absolute most out of traveling? Hear from some happy travelers who did the thing!
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Expand Your Med-Surg, RN Skills With These Certifications
Nov 16, 2022
Will a CMSRN® or MEDSURG-BC™ Credential Help Your Nursing Career?
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ICU Nursing Salary, Job Description, Duties
Nov 11, 2022
Researching the critical care nursing field? Overview of average critical care nursing salaries and ICU nursing job description.
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Eco-Friendly and Reusable Items for Easy Assignment Packing
Oct 12, 2022
Make your packing easier from one assignment to the next with reusable and eco-friendly items.
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Med Surg Nursing Salary, Job Description, Duties
Sep 26, 2022
Essential information on Medical-Surgical nurse job descriptions, education requirements, and certification
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Understanding Your Travel Reimbursements
Sep 14, 2022
Considering a travel nursing career? Here's a quick overview of the reimbursements you may be eligible for and how they work.
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Our Top Picks for Travel Nursing in the Fall
Aug 31, 2022
Sweater weather is here, and Autumn is the perfect time to embrace an adventure on the East Coast!
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RNs and New Grads Increase Value with Advanced Certifications
Apr 18, 2022
Look for a first job in your target specialty, and get as many advanced nursing certifications as feasible.
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How to Write a New Grad Nurse Resume
Apr 14, 2022
Don’t just get a job. Follow these guidelines for a well-written new nurse resume, and get the job you really want.
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5 Common Travel Nursing Myths You Should Stop Believing
Mar 17, 2022
Are you interested in travel nursing, but wondering if you should give it a try? Don't let these common misconceptions hold you back.
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Emergency Room Nursing Certification – Positive Impacts
Jan 24, 2022
Hiring managers appreciate adaptability coupled with state-of-the-art clinical skills. Becoming a Certified Emergency Nurse is always a plus.
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Advanced ICU Certifications: Hone Skills, Expand Horizons
Dec 13, 2021
Are Critical Care Nursing Certifications, worth the effort? Yes, say experts.
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Yes! Add Your COVID Assignment to Your Travel Nurse Resume
Nov 02, 2021
At some point in the future will your COVID jobs look like a blip on your nursing resume? Learn how to highlight their long-term value.
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Balancing Family Life with Travel Nursing
Oct 25, 2021
It may not be possible to have it all, but there are some ways RNs can balance home life and work life when traveling.
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The Case of the Disappearing Pen: Solved
Jul 15, 2021
Today we answer the questions: Do nurses still need pens? And where do pens go when they walk off the job?
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Q & A: What have travelers been asking us lately?
May 21, 2021
We get questions from new travelers, seasoned travelers, and ‘some day’ travelers all the time. Here are the answers to our most recently asked questions.
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Is a BSN Degree Worth it for Travelers?
May 17, 2021
Most hiring managers would say yes! A BSN is definitely a plus, whether you travel or not.
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5 Tips for a Great Start to Your Travel Assignment
Feb 21, 2021
Prior to starting your travel assignment, we have a few suggestions to help you prepare.
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PACU Nursing Salary, Job Description, Duties
Jan 18, 2021
Travel nursing in a post-anesthesia care unit is ideal for quick-thinking, focused clinicians who enjoy supporting patients as they recover from surgery.
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Pros and Cons of an Online Nursing Degree
Dec 08, 2020
Is an online nursing degree the same as a traditional nursing degree? Let's take a look.
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Practice Tests: Will They Help You Pass the NCLEX?
Oct 23, 2020
For most registered nurses, the NCLEX exam is the most important test they will take in their career. Can prep courses and practice tests help you pass?
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OR Nursing Salary, Job Description - Operating Room RN
Oct 16, 2020
A quick overview of average OR nurse salaries, operating room nursing job descriptions, and preferred credentials for travelers and permanent staff
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Are Nurses Athletes? You Bet!
Oct 15, 2020
Strength, endurance, strategic thinking? Yep, yep and yep. RNs are showing off their championship skills.
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Top Five DON'Ts for Nurses Using Social Media
Oct 05, 2020
As much fun as social media has become, it can ruin your career if you’re not careful.
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Nursing Grants and Scholarships for a Rewarding Career
Sep 17, 2020
While nursing school can be expensive and lead to loans, recent nursing school graduates can look forward to a rewarding and profitable career as a travel nurse.
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Top 10 Locations for Travel Nursing
Sep 16, 2020
Our top ten locations for travel nursing -- and some of the popular specialties in those top spots!
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6 Important Facts About New York Nursing Licenses
Sep 04, 2020
Six things that Registered Nurses who are thinking about getting a New York nursing license should know.
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6 Things Your Nurse Manager Wants You to Know
Aug 24, 2020
A nurse manager expects you to be clinically skilled. But what might they just assume you know?
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6 Tips for Travel Safety On and Off the Road
Aug 15, 2020
Nurse safety is always important, whether you're on the job or on the road. Here are some of our top tips for safe traveling and peace of mind while underway.
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Why You Might Want to be a Traveling Float Nurse
Jun 22, 2020
Float nurse jobs offer opportunities for travelers to earn higher pay, learn new skills, and impress their hiring managers.
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Discover your Nursing Personality Type for Career Success
Jun 02, 2020
Psychometric testing has been gaining popularity with human resource departments in every industry; discover your nursing personality traits.
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7 Things NOT to Do on a Travel Nursing Assignment
Mar 04, 2020
Avoid these common travel nursing mistakes and you’re sure to make the most of every travel job.
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Pediatric Nurse Salary - What is Pediatric Nursing?
Jan 28, 2020
Interested in becoming a pediatric nurse? We have pediatric nurse salary and job description information.
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10 Reasons to Warm up to Florida Travel Nursing Jobs This Winter
Jan 15, 2020
By this time, we’re sure you’re ready for a break from sub-freezing temperatures and snow - so find the sun and hit the beach with a Florida travel nurse job.
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When is the best time to look for a travel nursing job?
Jan 02, 2020
Travel assignments are available year-round, but did you know that sometimes the choices are more abundant? Find out where and when to start your search.
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Different Types of Travelers - Which One Are You?
Oct 24, 2019
There are as many reasons for trying travel nursing as there are travelers. Wherever you are in life -- or in your career -- the rewards of travel await you.
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Are You in a Healthy Work Environment?
Sep 30, 2019
A Healthy Work Environment helps nurses reach their full potential -- avoiding burnout and improving patient outcomes -- but what IS a HWE?
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Short Term Condo Rentals - Tips for Finding Travel Nurse Housing
Aug 29, 2019
Avoid the unexpected challenges that can arise when securing short-term housing with these hints.
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Nursing License Tips: Access Jobs in All 50 States
Aug 12, 2019
RN licensure can be a hassle. Our tips on how to ease the pain, cover your costs, and turn yourself into a ready-to-go anywhere traveler
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Labor and Delivery Nurse Salary, Job Description, Duties
Aug 09, 2019
What do Labor and Delivery nurses do on a daily basis? What is the average salary of a Labor and Delivery nurse?
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Setting Your Nurse Career Path: Get Promoted!
Jul 19, 2019
Are you hoping to move into nursing management? How-to insight from a former nurse manager.
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Some of Our Favorite Travel Nursing Cities for Summer
Jul 05, 2019
The best memories are made in flip-flops! Put these no-regrets cities on your summer travel list -- excellent pay, tons to do, and serious summertime vibes.
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How a Nurse Manager Decides Which Traveler to Hire
Jun 28, 2019
Insight into the decision-making process of an RN hiring manager - how to make your resume stand out.
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4 Potential Travel Nursing 'Hiccups' - and How to Fix Them
Apr 30, 2019
What to do when a travel nursing assignment throws you a curveball: how to be ready, who to talk to, and how to emerge as a better practitioner.
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3 Travel Nursing Locations Whose Beauty Will Knock Your Socks Off
Apr 22, 2019
These three locales will renew your appreciation of our planet's awesomeness - on Earth Day and every day!
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Activities That Keep You Fit While Travelling
Mar 27, 2019
Don’t forget to prioritize your own health as you strive to improve the health of your patients!
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The AACN: A Membership that Matters
Mar 18, 2019
Joining an organization like the American Association of Critical Care Nurses can make a difference in your career, whether you're traveling or on permanent staff.
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Holistic Nursing: What is it and Where is it Going?
Mar 14, 2019
RNs who practice integrative healthcare seek to treat the whole patient, empowering them to live fuller, healthier lives.
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Which Nursing Specialties are Best For You? Quick Quiz!
Nov 09, 2018
Which areas of practice are right for you? Ask yourself a few quick questions and get started on your journey to the perfect fit.
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California Nursing License – A Step-By-Step Guide
Oct 23, 2018
Getting a license to practice in California takes a minimum of several weeks -- and sometimes months, get ready to start the process well in advance.
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How To Survive Night Shift Nursing
Sep 03, 2018
Night shift nurses have to consistently deliver quality care - when most of us are fast asleep. Here's five healthy ways for RNs to stay alert all night long.
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Like this Telemetry RN, More Choose Nursing as a Mid-Life Career
Aug 12, 2018
Find out why this compassionate RN returned to school as a grown-up and chose telemetry as her specialty
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7 Essential Travel Tips for Your Next Assignment
Jul 07, 2018
Today's mobile RN's may find themselves travel nursing across America in the course of a year. With a little advance planning, every trip can be a breeze!
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Advanced Healthcare Certifications Better RN Travel Job Chances
Jun 27, 2018
Even though there is a nationwide workforce shortage, the best nursing jobs go to those who are the most qualified.
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The Unexpected Upsides of Travel Nursing
Jun 21, 2018
You've heard that going from staff nurse to travel nurse can improve your income, but have you thought about the other improvements it could bring?
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What's In Your 'Nurse Bag?'
May 30, 2018
Six of the most important items that RNs should keep in their nurse bag as part of their professional tool kit.
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Travel Nursing in a Tiny Home, RV or Skoolie
May 30, 2018
Tiny homes are taking over a bigger percentage of the travel nursing industry. Nurses now travel around in tiny homes, RV's or Skoolie's.
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The Reality of Patient Advocacy in Nursing
Apr 18, 2018
It can mean providing information that helps ease patients' fears, helping patients navigate the medical system, and promoting improved care overall.
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Job Ideas for Travel Nurse Partners
Apr 17, 2018
Is a spouse, partner or friend accompanying you on your travel nurse job? Here's a few ideas on how to keep both incomes flowing.
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The Unknown Impact of Nurses on Patients' Lives
Mar 12, 2018
Ever wonder if you should have become a nurse? Read how one young patient’s family thanked his unforeseen friends.
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