Coping with Stress in Times of Uncertainty
This article provided by Favorite Healthcare. Today’s reality looks drastically different than it did just weeks ago. With healthcare professionals racing to the front lines to assist with the current global health crisis, stress management is more important now that it ever was before. Day after day, we see healthcare providers around the world risking their lives to keep us safe. And while we are thankful for their commitment, we know that this can take an immense toll on physical and emotional wellbeing. While stress is unavoidable, finding the right strategies for coping with stress in these times of uncertainty…
Tips to Help Relieve Your Holiday Stress
This article provided by: Titan Medical While the holiday season brings joy and cheer, sometimes we can quickly become overwhelmed with the chaos of planning and organizing our holiday events. To help ease some of the holiday stress, here are some tips and tricks to prepare for the hustle and bustle of holiday planning. Check your schedule Have an idea ahead of time of what your holiday month looks like. Make it a priority to not overwhelm yourself with too many weekday and weekend commitments. You won’t want to go away from your typical routine as that can cause additional…
Smoother Sailing: 8 Ways for Travel Nurses to De-Stress Their Lives
This article is provided by: Onestaff Medical It’s indisputable: The life of a travel nurse can be filled with adventure, new friends and rewarding work that can make you feel you’re making a difference in the world. Of course, the very work that’s rewarding can also induce its share of stress. A recent study published by the National Institutes of Health outlines the intermittent challenges of nursing, including conflicts with co-workers, workload demands, difficult patients and interaction with sickness and death. It points to a survey in which 92% of nurses reported moderate, high or very high levels of work-related stress, with…
How Do Travel Nurses Deal with Stress?
Guest Post by: Melissa Davidson Photo provided by Shaunnette McFarlane Travel nursing is fun but it also creates unique stressful situations. How a travel nurses deal with stress can be as unique as the job itself. It’s a good time in history to be employed as a travel nurse. As baby boomers enter their golden years, the demand for nurses is expected to skyrocket. By 2022, the nursing workforce is expected to grow to 3.24 million, up from 2.71 million in 2012, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Travel Nursing is Challenging Travel nursing is a challenging, exciting and…
And We All Float On… a Travel RN’s Stress Reliever
Earlier this month, I wrote an article on how to help a travel nurse decompress from the stressors of the road and rejuvenate themselves for the next shift. That description may give it a little more credit than it deserves because it was really just about this time we went to a hot spring and how awesome it was. So, for this article, I’ve left all pre-tense behind and will be straight about the contents. It’s about this time we floated in a float tank, and how awesome it was. I’m referring to a float tank called a sensory deprivation…
4 Tips For Coping With Travel Nursing Stress
This post is provided by: ONESTAFF Medical ®. Travel nursing can be an amazingly rewarding profession, but no one ever said it wasn’t stressful. Let’s be honest, nursing, in general, can be very stressful, and when you throw in a relatively foreign environment and the logistics of travel nursing, the stress can really ramp up. No series of tactics will ever take all of the stress out of travel nursing, but there are strategies that can help you ease the burden and make nursing and the travel associated with it just a little easier. Employ these tips today to get back to what you…
A Guide for Travel Nurses to Stay Connected During the Holidays
Taking on assignments far from home is an exciting adventure filled with opportunities for personal and professional growth. But the holiday season can bring up mixed feelings when you’re away from your loved ones. Whether you’re working a holiday shift or exploring a new city, finding ways to stay connected during the holidays with family and friends can make the season feel a bit more special. With a little planning and intention, you can keep those important relationships strong, nurture your own well-being, and create memorable holiday moments, no matter where your travels take you! Why Staying Connected Matters The…
How Travel Nurses Can Confidently Manage a Busy Patient Load
Travel nurses are known for being adaptable, skilled, and ready to jump into new environments with ease. Busy units and fast-paced shifts are part of what makes travel nursing exciting — they give you the chance to use your strengths, sharpen your clinical skills, and make an immediate impact. Here are some practical, confidence-boosting travel nurse tips to help you stay organized, efficient, and fully in control during high-volume shifts. Travel Nurse Tips for Busy Shifts 1. Set Yourself Up for a Smooth Shift A strong start makes everything easier.Take a few minutes at the beginning of your shift to:…
Thanksgiving on the Road: Creative Ways Healthcare Travelers Celebrate Away from Home
Thanksgiving is a holiday that is built on tradition. Gathering with family and friends, sharing a massive meal, and being grateful. But, for healthcare travelers, the holiday can look and feel a little different. Assignments typically take you away from family and friends, and with crazy schedules, it’s not always possible to head home for the long weekend. Still, Thanksgiving on the road doesn’t have to mean missing out on the holiday spirit. Travelers have found countless fun and creative ways to make Thanksgiving special, no matter where they are. Here are some ideas to help you celebrate, connect, and…
Top 8 Reasons Nurses Choose Correctional Travel Assignments
Choosing a nursing assignment is a bit like picking a hiking trail. Some routes are familiar and well-traveled, while others are off the beaten path but offer unexpected rewards. Correctional travel nursing focuses on providing healthcare to individuals in jails, prisons, and juvenile detention centers. Unlike working in a hospital, private clinic, or school, you bring care directly into a place where it is not always easy to come by. Travel nursing within correctional facilities has been gaining traction as a career, and there are many answers to “Why?” At AB Staffing Solutions, most of the nurses enjoy choosing corrections…