Step #8: Submission of Your Profile
Travel Nurse Application Submission It’s time now to submit your travel nurse application for the agencies that you are interested in. In Step #7: How to Research Travel Nurse Companies you narrowed your preferred companies list down to three or so. Now it is time to apply for travel nurse jobs! The Travel nurse application process is a bit different than the standard job application. You will fill out an “application” with the agency, but then to actually apply for travel nurse jobs, your recruiter will have to “submit” your profile to each job need. YOUR PORTFOLIO In step #6 we discussed Building…
Step #9: Working With Your Recruiter (s)
The Travel Nurse Recruiter Building and maintaining a solid relationship with your travel nursing recruiter is an important aspect of your professional career. Whether searching for a job or happily employed, maintaining a good relationship with your travel nurse recruiter keeps your options open. One important fact to remember is that your relationship with your recruiter is a professional one. It is okay to have a fun and friendly relationship, but make sure that your decisions aren’t made out of concern for offending your recruiter. Communication Communication is key to building a good relationship with your travel nursing recruiter. Keep your lines…
Step #10 Prepare For the Interview
Travel Nurse Interview Process The first thing to remember about travel nurse interviews is that this is the time to interview the facility just as much as it is the time for them to interview you. You want your travel contract to be a good fit, and in order to get the best results, you must ask questions. A travel nurse interview is unique because you will most generally be interviewed via phone. You can make time for your interview anywhere–from a coffee shop to your couch to the beach! Unsure about etiquette for a phone interview? This article on Indeed…
Step #12: Determine If The Job Is A Good Fit
Now that you’ve had the interview, the next step is determining if the position is a good fit for you. Choosing a travel nurse job that is a good fit is important, even if you are only there for a short time. One of the most stressful situations that can come up in travel nursing is having to leave a contract early. If you don’t take the time to figure out if a job is a good fit, you might end up in a situation where you are unsafe or overly stressed. On the other hand, if an assignment is…
Step #13: Sealing the Deal
You have come a long way. You’ve completed steps 1-12 and are ready to move on to the next step; Sealing The Deal. At this point, you need to know what to look for in a travel nurse contract, so you can move on to the exciting part: traveling to a new location! Review the Travel Nurse Contract First, make certain that your contract is acceptable. Generally, if something is presented differently in your contract from what it was prior to submitting for the job, it is a simple clerical error the agency will need to fix. When you verbally…
Step #14 Getting Ready for The Journey
Congrats! If you are at this point, you have completed all the previous steps and are ready to think about leaving for your travel nurse assignment. Hopefully, you have done some research on the city where you are going and have a few ideas of what you want to do in the area. Leaving for your first assignment is always exciting and nerve-wracking, so focusing on the adventure can help ease those nerves. 10 Steps to Getting Ready for a Travel Nurse Assignment Know what you are doing with your primary residence. Are you renting out your home, leaving it…
Step #15: Packing List for Travel Nurses
Before we get to the Travel Nurse Packing List, let’s talk about company housing. Whether you find your own furnished housing or take company-provided housing, each space will be different in what is provided, so keep that in mind when making a travel nurse packing list. The “furnished” housing your agency arranges could be fully furnished down to the last teaspoon and towels or sparsely furnished with only the basic furniture. There is a distinct difference between “furnished” and “turn-key.” Some companies or landlords will provide “turn-key” housing. This will generally include everything from silverware to linens as well as furniture.…
Step #16: Prepare Your Vehicle for Your Travel Nurse Road Trip
Driving to your next contract? These tips will make your travel nurse road trip planning go smooth and easy. Travel nursing with a car is a great way to have access to a wide array of places to explore on your days off. Driving your car across the country might seem daunting, but it is usually worth it to have your own vehicle available if you want it! Travel Nurse Road Trip Planning Pre-trip Inspection Make an appointment with your local auto mechanic or garage and have your vehicle checked over, and complete any routine maintenance. Let them know that you are…
Step #17: Keeping Track of Your Travel Nurse Paperwork
Travel nurse paperwork organization is very simple in the age of technology and online storage. Stay organized as you go to help minimize frustration down the line! Determine what travel nurse paperwork you need We have covered most of the important items you will need access to, but now is a great time to review your checklist. When organizing your travel nurse paperwork, make sure you have the following: Travel Nurse Portfolio Personal Documents Birth Certificate Social Security Card Insurance Cards (auto, life, home, etc.) Passport (if applicable) Work Visa (if applicable) Health Information/prescriptions Tax Paperwork This post by Joseph Smith…
Step #18: Planning Your Road Trip
We’ve all heard the saying, “Getting there is half the fun.” Now that you are ready to hit the road let’s learn how to find attractions on your road trip to make it a memorable journey! Planning a travel nurse road trip can be slightly different from standard road trips. Since most travel nurse road trips are truly moving from one contract to another, we’ve put together some specific tips to make things go smoothly. Part of making sure a road trip goes smoothly is planning well. It can be nice to be laid back with your schedule, but if…