There has never been a more important time as a healthcare professional to improve your communication skills. One of the most important things we do in life is communicate with others. Clear communication is essential when dealing with facility staff, physicians and management, patients, and your recruiter. Good communication is essential when giving hand-off reports, informing physicians of patient statuses, asking questions, reporting concerns, questioning your schedule, etc.
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Edited by: Edeli Kinsala, RN, BSN, MBA, Director of Clinical Services
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Listed below are the locations with the most urgent need for travelers. Please understand that this list is not exhaustive as there are many facilities experiencing critical staff shortages. Please stay connected to your FlexCare recruiter for the latest information on assignments and policies.
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Listed below are the locations and primary specialties with the most urgent need for travel RNs. Please understand that this list is not exhaustive as there are many facilities experiencing critical staff shortages. Stay connected to your FlexCare recruiter for the latest information on assignments and policies.
The decision to become a healthcare traveler is a personal one. Some decide to do it because they want maximum adventure in their career, others do it because they want to meet new people and build their skills. There are some, however, who want to test out a new location before making a permanent move.
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In 2017, while working in a staff position in Ohio, Hannah first learned about travel nursing through one of her peers who was taking an assignment in Hawaii with FlexCare. After learning more, Hannah decided that once she got the experience, travel nursing was something she wanted to do.
Now, a veteran FlexCare traveler for over two years and with seven assignments under her belt, this Med/Surg RN has got the travel nurse lifestyle down and recently crushed a major goal.