10 Things you Need to Know if You Date a Travel Nurse:
- Expect them to do their own thing.
- Don’t expect them to stay in one place.
- Have your own adventures.
- Let them go.
- Make time to meet up in their New City.
- Send snail mail.
- Expect them to change plans.
- Be open to trying new Things.
How long are contracts for travel nurses?
13 weeks
A typical travel nurse contract is 13 weeks. Assignments can range anywhere from 4 weeks to up to a year. A Contract Extension is also possible, which many travelers choose if they enjoy the hospital and location. The thing to remember is that you – the traveler – are in control.
How do I meet other travel nurses?
Five Ways to Meet People on Your Travel Nursing Assignment
- Invite a different coworker to lunch once a week.
- Read the bulletin boards at work and in public areas.
- Volunteer with the United Way.
- Stay connected through NextDoor.
- Join a group on MeetUp.
Should you date a travel nurse?
Dating is hard, in general. But dating while traveling on a nursing assignment can be extra tough. However, it’s not impossible. Long distance relationships require planning, honest communication, support, and trust.
What to ask during a travel nurse interview?
Joelle Chandler, manager of recruitment with American Mobile Healthcare, suggests several questions to ask during the interview with the nurse manager and some to address with your travel nurse recruiter. 1. What are your expectations for travel nurses?
Do you have guaranteed hours as a travel nurse?
It’s important for nurses to understand the details of each travel assignment, including how issues like hours are treated. “Not many hospitals offer guaranteed hours. Just like in a permanent position you might get called up or called off due to a flux in the census,” stated Chandler.
How long does it take to get housing for travel nurse?
Your recruiter should be able answer any of your housing related questions, though housing typically isn’t finalized until 7-10 days ahead of the assignment start date.
