Read part one to learn about the first two qualities! What was the last movie you saw? What are some of your hobbies? Where did you go to high school? Although these may seem like questions you would ask on a first date, they are actually examples of questions you might ask a coworker at […]
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Essential Qualities of a Successful Traveler: Part 2
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Getting Your Mail on the Road
With a new address every 13 weeks, having your mail catch up to you can be a challenge. There are many methods to help you get mail in a timely and complete manner. One of the best ways to lessen problems with your US Mail is to get as little as possible. Traditionally, bills are […]
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High Demand Specialties for Travel Nurses
Travel nursing can broaden your experience as a nurse and help you travel all around the United States. In order to get the most out of your career as a travel nurse, it’s smart to go into a high-demand specialty field. These are the five most in-demand fields for travel nursing in 2020! Intensive Care […]
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5 Steps to Get Ready for Your Next Assignment
Times are tough. The Covid-19 pandemic continues and we’re working harder than ever. It’s even strange to see non-Covid patients, but not enough of a relief. So, time off is, perhaps, more important than ever. Getting to the point where you don’t dread your “Sunday,” whatever physical day of the week that is for you, […]
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Getting Up to Speed as a Traveling Pharmacist (Part Two)
In the first part of this series, I discussed what should be done prior to starting a new assignment to ensure you get up to speed quickly. In this second installment, I will cover the important things to do once the assignment has started. Become a Sponge During your first few days at your new […]
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Essential Qualities of a Successful Traveler: Part 3
Read part one and part two to learn about other essential qualities! Throughout my experience traveling to fill temporary pharmacist positions, I have noticed that healthcare providers in these roles are often at a seemingly inherent disadvantage. Things are blamed on us, whether we are at fault or not. In fact, there sometimes seems to […]
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Essential Qualities for Clinicians in Travel Pharmacy: PT 1
What qualities does it take for a traveling healthcare professional to succeed in travel pharmacy? “Where is the pharmacy?” I asked. The woman pointed behind me. I turned around and saw a wooden structure that wasn’t quite sturdy enough to be called a shack, maybe ‘lean-to’ is a more accurate description. ‘Farmacia’ was written on […]
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Bullying Doesn’t End in High School
You might think you’re done dealing with bullies once you graduate high school and enter the workforce. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Bullying can be a significant issue in the nursing workforce. Although nurses provide care to others, they are often the recipient of uncaring behavior from their peers, physicians, management or patients. According […]
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Getting a Mortgage: Tips for Travel Nurses
When it comes time for you to buy a home as a travel nurse, you may run into some unique challenges, as a multiple-week contract looks to mortgage underwriters as having unsteady employment.
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It Takes Teamwork to Get You to Your Job
Traveling as a medical professional can be a very hard job. Every few weeks or months you have to find a new job, new place to live, and all of the major and minor annoyances involved with traveling. Your recruiter and other members of the team play an important role in making the transition as […]