Travel Nursing -Lots of questions!!

[pottenlr]

I just was wondering what the criteria is for a travelling nurse? I am getting my BSN in another year, I will be 21 when I graduate. My boyfriend, who I will most likely find myself married to is going to be a physicist and says that he will need to move around a lot, because he plans to most likely work with military bases...

Is it possible a travelling nurse would work out in that situation? Just how often does a traveling nurse move around?

I'd love to hear more! Please please please, reply!

Thanks! :banana:

[AmandaWIRN]

Like other nursing jobs, travel nursing positions have gotten more competitive lately. The minimum requirements are at least 2-3 years of experience as an RN in your chosen specialty area. In the past, you could get an assignment with only one year of experience, but with less jobs available, hospitals are requiring more experience nowadays. The typical travel contract is for 13 weeks. If the hospital has a need, and they like you, they may ask you to stay longer, if you want. There are some shorter contracts available (as short as 8 weeks), but most contracts are for 13 weeks.

[UltimateOB/PEDRN]

Hi Amanda,
May I asked where have you traveled to and with what company?

[AmandaWIRN]

I am not traveling anymore, but I have traveled to Naples, FL; Salisbury, NC; Cedar Rapids, IA (twice); San Diego, CA; Ft. Lauderdale, FL; & San Antonio, TX. I traveled with RN Network for all of my assignments.

[pottenlr]

I am not traveling anymore, but I have traveled to Naples, FL; Salisbury, NC; Cedar Rapids, IA (twice); San Diego, CA; Ft. Lauderdale, FL; & San Antonio, TX. I traveled with RN Network for all of my assignments.

Wow, that's just awesome!

And I'm not surprised, really. I was thinking some form of experience would be necessary.

Do they pay a lot more in comparison to nursing on a med-surge floor routinely, as in for years? I mean money isn't a huge factor to me at the moment, but I am curious.

[AmandaWIRN]

Travel positions generally pay more, plus you should be getting free housing, travel reimbursement, and free benefits. You are making more as a traveler because you are expected to function independently with only 1-2 days of orientation, and you will often be given the more difficult assignments. Traveling can be financially beneficial, but is sometimes more stressful than working as a regular staff nurse.

[blondee817]

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