I now work in a 22 bed CAH hospital. Our ER is busier than most small hospitals due to the area where we are located. I have worked here about 15 months, and have done everything from emergency deliveries to running codes. I am wondering if it is possible for me to start traveling as an ER nurse?
Thank you in advance for your input.
If you have at least 1-2 years ER experience, you certainly can travel. Most hospitals will want you to have ACLS, PALS, & TNCC, so getting those will increase your chances of getting hired for various assignments.
I am still unsure, because i do have the 15 months experience, but it is a rural hospital, so it is ER and all areas, so does that count as 1-2 years ER experience? sorry that i am so confused. I do also have ACLS, NRP, STABLE.
If you have 2 or more years experience I say hit the road! It is so much fun being a travel nurse. Check out sites like
www.travel-nurse-jobs.net and
www.nurse-travel.net. You also might want to check out a book called, "Highway Hypodermics: Your Road Map To Travel Nursing" (
www.amazon.com) for some really good insight into travel nursing. Good luck!
I also agree you have a good background to travel as well as the desire to embark on the journey!
If you decide to persue this and would like to get going please let me know and I can assist you immediately!
Anthony Pierce
