Ask a Travel Nurse: What Do I Do If I Am Called For Jury Duty While On Contract?
Gypsy,What do I do if I am called for Jury Duty while on contract? The best approach to jury duty, when you are unable to attend due to a contracted obligation is to contact the court with a copy of your contract and ask to be excused. Here is a sample letter:To: Office of the Jury CommissionerAddressCity, State Zip CodeTelephone Number From: John Doe, # (Jury ID)5747 West Elm St.City, State Zip Code Subject: Permission to be excused from Jury Duty Date: I am writing this letter to respectfully request to be excused from jury duty with your courts due…
Ask A Travel Nurse: Verbal Contract?
Gypsy, I’m a new Travel nurse and have a verbal contract with Company A for a position that is to start in two weeks. I have not signed a contract as of yet. In the meantime, two great opportunities have come my way and both of these will also start at the same time as the first one. Since I haven’t signed the contract for Company A, am I still obligated to take it based on the verbal contract? Thanks! Anonymous, RN Thank you for reading The Gypsy Nurse. I am assuming that you have already given a verbal agreement…
Ask A Travel Nurse: Cancel a Contract
Gypsy, What happens if I cancel my contract? I’ve been on contract for 3 weeks now and some recent events have made me question staying. I really just need to know if I will be fined or if there will be any other kind of financial penalty. Thanks for any advice. Meridith Thank you for reading The Gypsy Nurse. You have taken the first step on your journey to becoming A Gypsy Nurse. There are a lot of issues involved when it comes to breaking a contract. Think carefully about the financial consequences before you break them. I would highly…
Ways to Celebrate the Holidays During a Travel Nurse Assignment
Somehow, we are rolling into the holiday season already! Hopefully, by now, you have your holiday contracts (or holiday vacation) planned out. While it might seem like every travel nurse takes the holidays off, in reality, a lot of people use this time of year to maximize income and save for time off later in the year. If this is you, we feel that! There are still plenty of ways to enjoy the holidays while taking advantage of holiday pay and flu season rates. Even if you aren’t near loved ones this holiday season, we have several ideas that will…
Festive on the Go: Holiday Decorating Your Short-Term Housing
There is something so magical about holiday decorating. Being away from home and on the road for the holidays doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the magic. Whether you’re working the holidays or taking some time to yourself to recharge between assignments, adding some holiday sparkle to your space can make your short-term housing feel more like home. The best part? You don’t have to haul the heavy bins of decorations across the country; just a few small, travel-friendly touches can bring big holiday cheer. Here are some budget-friendly ways to deck the halls this season. 🎄 7…
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…
What Questions to Ask the Facility During a Phone Interview
The phone interview with the facility isn’t just a time for the facility to get to know you; it is also a time for you to get information on the facility. This is important to know if the assignment and facility are right for you. Below, you will find nine things members of our Facebook group said are important to ask the facility during the phone interview. Questions to ask the facility during a phone interview: Nurse-to-Patient Ratio It is always important to ask about the nurse-to-patient ratio. You do not want to go into an assignment where the nurse-to-patient…
Housing, Meals, Incidentals: How to Make the Most of Your Travel Nurse Stipends
There are many reasons why you may have become a travel nurse. Perhaps it was the higher pay rate or the opportunity to explore new places nationwide. Or maybe you like the variety of workplace settings you get to experience. No matter the reason, one of the benefits of travel nursing is having stipends to help cover your cost of living while on assignment. It’s important to understand how to make the most of these travel nurse stipends. Here’s a breakdown of what these stipends cover and how to maximize them to make every assignment a positive experience, covering your…
Working Through the Holidays: A Travel Healthcare Worker’s Guide to Navigating the Season
For many, the holidays are a time to relax, reconnect, and recharge. But if you’re a travel healthcare professional on assignment during this time, you may be facing a different reality: working when others are off, being away from home, juggling shifts with travel, and still giving your all to your patients! It’s a unique experience, and with a careful mindset and smart preparation, it can also be a deeply rewarding one. Below are some of the most important things to consider if you’re working through the holidays while also making the most of them. 1. Recognize the Dynamics of Holiday…
The Budget-Savvy Travel Nurse: How to Maximize Income & Minimize Costs
Travel nursing is rewarding and thrilling, but it comes with some costs. Nurses often chase adventure and higher pay only to discover expenses can quickly become a thief in the night, stealing their earnings. With practical strategies, you can use wise contract choices, savvy tax planning, and resourceful living habits to add thousands to your bottom line, turning the travel lifestyle into both an adventure and a financial win. Location Is Key When selecting a travel assignment, consider location, demand, and cost of living. Salaries vary by state and between rural and urban locations, reflecting costs, budget constraints, and healthcare…