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Relationships on the Road: Managing Family Ties While on Assignment

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Pediatric Positions - Peds, NICU, PICU, Pediatric Stepdown, Etc. - Nationwide

As a result of the H1N1 outbreak this past winter, Clinical One has experienced an increase in the number of travel needs at Children's Hospitals across the country. Even as 2010 begins, we are continuing to see job orders come in for specific areas such as Pediatrics, NICU, PICU, and Pediatric Stepdown. Many of these positions come with immediate interviews, high pay, great benefits, and offer excellent teaching opportunities.

If you are interested in learning about the opportunities at Children's Hospitals and whether or not you qualify, please contact Clinical One at 800-919-9100 or start your search online at www.clinicalone.jobs.

Not interested, but have a friend that may be, Refer a Friend to Clinical One and receive a referral bonus!

For more information, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/.

The Adventures of the Travel Nurse

There are a lot of benefits of working for a healthcare recruitment agency like Clinical One, but one of the top reasons is for the adventure. If you’re looking for travel nursing employment and have an adventurous streak to your personality, fill out the online application at Clinical One and get your suitcase ready! Why narrow your options down when you could work anywhere across the United States? Even the U.S. border won’t hold you back. Clinical One can help you find travel nursing jobs internationally as well. Working in Australia is not out of the question for you!

Looking a little closer to home, the doors of travel nursing are open and waiting for the right resume to cross the threshold. Boston, Washington, Kentucky, New York, and California are just a few of the places you could find travel nursing employment. There’s something refreshing and exciting about living and working in a whole new environment.

Even if you’re already working, you might be feeling the need for a change. Clinical One can help you make that change. They’ll talk to you, discuss your options, help you get the right licensure for the state where you’d like to work, put you up in a one-bedroom apartment (at their expense!) and help you to make any necessary travel arrangements. Before one assignment is over, you can be on the phone talking to a Clinical One recruitment specialist making plans for the next move.

The experiences (both from work and recreation) will help you grow as a person while providing you with valuable experience and professional connections.

For more information, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/

Travel Nurse Salary: Tips for Determining Pay Range

Travel nursing allows registered nurses to have the flexibility of working across the country in a variety of settings. At a time when there is a nationwide nursing shortage, many of these opportunities are available – and they often pay top dollar. Hospitals and clinics across the country hire travel nurses for 3-12 months to fill in when staffing is short.
The pay for travel nurses ranges depending on experience. But, travel nurses will generally earn $24-$35 hourly. In addition to great pay rates, you are also provided with a one-bedroom, completely furnished apartment, free of charge to you. If you don’t need housing, a housing stipend will be paid based on the cost of living in the local area. You will also be provided with medical and dental insurance from day one (no waiting 30 days), 401K, license reimbursement, free continuing education, travel reimbursement, weekly pay, and MUCH MORE.

For more information, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/.

How to Pack for Your Travel Nursing Job

After you’ve accepted your first travel nursing job through a healthcare staffing agency you’re going to have to decide what to bring. Before you try to stuff your favorite ottoman into a suitcase, remember that your healthcare staffing agency is providing you with an apartment that is already furnished and contains the basic necessities including:

Living Room Group:

o Sofa

o Chair or Loveseat

o Coffee Table

o 1 End Table

o 1 Lamp

o TV Stand


Dining Room:

o Dining Table or Dinette Table

o 4 Chairs


Bedroom:

o Queen or Full Bed

o Headboard

o Dresser with Mirror

o 1 Nightstand

o 1 Lamp

o Bedding

This is just a short list of the things your healthcare staffing agency provides you with. For a complete list, visit the Clinical One website where you can get more detailed information on what to expect when you arrive. Have a talk with your healthcare staffing agency recruitment specialist to find out what kind of climate you can expect when you arrive. You’ll need to know what kind of clothing to pack. Bring a few “comfort” objects from home (photographs, books, collectibles, etc.) to personalize your apartment. You’ll need personal toiletries, but you can buy them when you arrive. Don’t panic! Just make sure to pack your professional attire, clothing for casual wear/exercise/recreation, and a couple of nice outfits for nights out. The major stuff will already be there and if you do forget to bring something, you can always have a friend send it to you later.

For more information, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/.

Seven Surefire Ways to Ace Your Phone Interview!

Once you have chosen an assignment for consideration, your Recruitment Specialist, will arrange a telephone interview for you. Today’s market is very competitive! Often times, there are many candidates applying for the same position, so it is critical that you outshine your competition and ace your interview. The following seven suggestions will help you do just that!
1. Research the Position Before the Interview

Talk with your Recruitment Specialist to see if there is a unit description for the position. Research the facility on the Internet. The more educated you are on the position, the more prepared you will be during the interview.

Be sure to ask your Recruitment Specialist about the pay-rate and any other information on bonuses, benefits, etc. before you submit your profile for an interview. You want to make sure that you know the details about the job in advance. That way there will be no un-answered questions after you have landed the interview.

2. Be Prepared for the Phone Call

Always let your Recruitment Specialist know your ideal timeframes for interviewing. This will limit the chances of missing the Manager's phone call and possibly missing out on the position.

Managers may conduct interviews on their own timeframe. You must be prepared for their call at any time of the day. If you are caught at a bad time, ask them to give you a moment so that you may get yourself together. You do not want to interview when you are half asleep, driving, etc. Take a moment to get situated. This will ensure that the interview starts off on the right foot!

3. Adjust Your Attitude

Treat the phone interview just as you would a face-to-face interview. You start to make an impression immediately. So be sure to exude an upbeat image through the sound of your voice. Talk with a smile on your face. This helps portray a positive attitude.

4. Listen

By listening to the Manager, you can get a feeling for their personality, while also obtaining information on the hospital and the unit. This is a good time for you to take notes about the position.

5. Ask Questions

Asking questions during the phone interview demonstrates to the Manager that you have a definite interest in the position. It is also the best way to find out if the job is right for you. If you are unclear on specific questions to ask, consult your Recruitment Specialist. He/She can help you make a list of pertinent questions for you to ask during your telephone interview.

6. Be Confident

Discuss your skills and achievements. Remember, you are interviewing because your profile fits the requirements needed for the position. Now is the time to sell yourself! Share your strengths with the Manager to show them why you should be offered the position over another candidate vying for the same job.

7. Closing

As the interview comes to a close, state your interest in the position. Let your excitement show! Ask about the next step in the process. When will you know if you have gotten the position? Be sure to get the name and the phone number of the interviewing Manager and don't forget to thank them for their time!

After the interview, call your Recruitment Specialist immediately. He/She will follow up with the facility to find out if you have been offered the position. Hopefully our seven interview suggestions will lead to a surefire job offer! Good luck!

For more information visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/

Travel Nursing: A Great way to Advance your Nursing Career

Travel and per diem nursing offers the undeniable benefit of developing a wide range of experience including exposure to many different cultures and healthcare environments especially since no two assignments are alike. Each new assignment provides nurses with the opportunity to learn and grow from each new experience. If you are not developing your critical thinking skills, expanding your knowledge, and understanding of pathophysiology, or sharpening your technical skills, then the following tips might help you to get more value out of each assignment....

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Travel Nursing Safety Tips

Traveling and moving to a new place is a stressful and exciting event for anyone. As a travel healthcare professional, you will experience this much more than the average person. While you may love your new surroundings, even the smallest towns can have its hazards. Here are a few common sense tips to help keep you and your belongings safe so you can enjoy your travel assignment to the fullest.

• Be aware of who is around you at all times. Pay close mind to anyone lurking if you are at an ATM or giving out personal information, especially your name and address.

• Research the area before you leave. Browse the local newspapers, most of which are posted online. Read the crime log, if there is one, and notice where most of the crimes happen.

• Get to know your new neighborhood. During the day, go for a walk and take note of any landmarks, main roads, street names and where the local police station is located. A pocket map can also be helpful.

• Always secure doors and windows in your new residence, especially at night or if you are out. Keeping your doors locked, even while home, is never a bad idea. When someone knocks on your door, always check to see who’s there.

• Travel on well-lit streets and park in well-lit areas near your destination.

• Know when the sun rises and sets in the area. This is especially true for professionals doing early morning and night shifts.

• You may be carrying around lots of personal information with you, especially in the beginning of your assignment. Make sure important documents like your licenses and housing information as well as any money and personal identification are secure, safe and, not visible.

• Become friendly with your new co-workers, including the permanent staff and even some of your neighbors. They are a valuable resource when it comes to knowing what areas or people to avoid. Plus, they make great “buddies” while walking to your car or jogging through the neighborhood.

• Always make sure your cell phone is charged and buy a car charger.

• Hospital security will always walk you to your car, but if you are walking alone, especially in a dark, disserted area like a parking lot, carry your cell and have 911 already dialed so all you will have to do is hit the send button if you are attacked.

• Invest in a good portable GPS system for your car or sign up for GPS service offered by most cell phone companies. This will keep you from getting lost in a place you do not know.

• Keep your car doors and windows locked, even while driving. Furthermore, never leave items such as your cell phone, GPS, Ipod or anything of any value including backpacks and purses exposed in your car. Take them with you or hide them under your seats or in the trunk even if it’s a quick trip into a convenience store. Never leave valuables in your car overnight, take everything in the house with you.

• While driving, never stop for anyone who needs help by the road. If you want to help someone, call the local police and let them take care of it. Never, ever pick up a hitchhiker.

• Renter’s insurance in affordable and very easy to obtain. This will protect your belongings in case of robbery, flood and fire.

• Take a self-defense class. Knowing what to do if you ever get into a sticky situation will save your life. It will also give you more confidence and in turn help you stand tall. If you look like a victim, you will become one.

• Trust your instincts. When you have a “gut feeling” something isn’t right, get out of there!

If you use common sense and intuition, traveling to new destinations can be one of the most rewarding, fun and educational experiences you will ever have.

For more information, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/.

Better Communication Reduces Hostility in the Workplace

Nurses thrive in environments that support collaboration among physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, and as a result, patient outcomes are improved. According to the Joint Commission, 60% of the 3000 sentinel events reported were attributed to poor communication. Hierarchy differences, conflicting roles, ambiguity in responsibilities, and power struggles can all lead to communication failures that compromise patient safety and quality of care. Communication is not just about what a person says but how he or she says it. In fact, as much as 60% of your communication is through nonverbal cues including tone of voice, attitude, and body language.

Disruptive and intimidating behaviors, which include rude language and hostile behavior among healthcare professionals, can foster medical errors, contribute to poor patient satisfaction and to preventable adverse outcomes, increase the cost of care, and cause qualified nurses and other clinicians, administrators, and managers to seek new positions in more professional environments. Problems associated with working relationships in the healthcare environment can be attributed to communication breakdowns, lack of courtesy, disrespect for another's knowledge and expertise, or other elements within the culture of the work environment. If we are truly honest with ourselves, each one of us has probably been guilty of these behaviors at one time or another. Certainly other factors that can contribute to a hostile environment include staffing shortages, floating to unfamiliar environments, and emergency situations all of which significantly increase the already stressful roles we play.

Healthcare leaders and caregivers have known for years that disruptive and intimidating behavior is a serious problem. Intimidation, verbal outbursts, condescending attitudes, and refusing to take part in assigned duties all stifle communication and can lead to breakdowns in care processes. One example includes a sentinel event that was directly related to a nurses failure to verify a physician order. This was due to the fact that when attempting to verify the order, the physician's hostility at being called after hours and abruptness at ending the call, intimidated the nurse to the point that a follow up call was not made. The patient received over ten times the normal dose of the medication.

Unfortunately, this hostile behavior is not exclusive to physicians. The old adage that nurses eat their young still holds true. As we become more experienced and knowledgeable, our expectations of our peers (nurses and allied health professionals) increases and we can become intolerant of those with less experience or those not yet fully competent in their role. For these individuals, there is a critical need for the seasoned professional to act in the role of mentor and to guide the novice caregiver successfully into the expert role. It is also important to remember that ours is not the only department/unit within the facility that has challenges. There is a tendency to forget that other allied health departments and other units also may be facing staffing shortages, increased responsibilities, and/or emergency situations.

As part of the new Joint Commission standards and the National Patient Safety Goals surrounding improving communication, accredited organizations are encouraged to create a code of conduct that defines acceptable and unacceptable behaviors and to establish a formal process for managing unacceptable behavior. The intent is also to create an atmosphere in which nurses and all members of the care team are empowered to speak up if they think something is wrong.

Among the strategies encouraged by the Joint Commission that are particularly relevant to promoting effective communication are the following:

Educate all healthcare team members about professional behavior, including training in basics such as being courteous during telephone interactions, business etiquette, and general people skills.

Hold all team members accountable for modeling desirable behaviors and enforce the code of conduct consistently and equitably.

Establish a comprehensive approach to disruptive and intimidating behavior that includes a zero-tolerance policy, strong involvement and support from physician leadership, reducing fears of retribution against those who report disruptive and intimidating behavior, and determining how and when disciplinary actions should begin.

Develop a system to detect and receive reports of unprofessional, disruptive, and intimidating behavior.

Put very simply, treat others as you would want to be treated. Take accountability when your professionalism falters or you lose your cool (we all do sometimes) and apologize. Seek and be open to feedback regarding your communication. When that feedback is given, don't get defensive; recognize that it is a result of the perception of reality you created for that individual and is not open for debate. Effective communication is a fundamental component of patient safety. As the frontline providers of patient care, nurses and all caregivers have the opportunity to make effective and lasting improvements in communication.

Read more of Clinical One's current travel nursing and healthcare staffing newsletter at http://www.clinicalone.com/c1/c2c.asp

Top Ten Reasons to Work with Clinical One

The benefits of accepting travel nursing employment go far beyond the paycheck. If you’ve been contemplating becoming a travel nurse or seeking nurse practitioner or physician assistant employment through a healthcare recruitment agency, consider the following benefits:

1) You’ll get to make new friends in different parts of the country. Just think…when vacation time rolls around, you’ll have a place to go!

2) The benefits of working with Clinical One in your quest for a travel nursing job includes health & dental benefits from day one, a free, completely furnished apartment to live in while you’re on assignment, and free continuing education.

3) Save money! Without having to put your hard-earned cash into rent, you can put that money aside for a rainy day.

4) Earn more money! Clinical One will give you bonuses for referring your friends and family. As long as that person qualifies and successfully completes their first assignment, you’ll get your bonus.

5) Working in travel nursing gives you the opportunity to branch out on your own, exploring your own independence and freedom.

6) Pump up your resume! Every travel nursing assignment you complete is one more line of experience to add to your resume.

7) Work in prestigious teaching hospitals, with some of the best doctors and nurses around.

8) Work in some of the country’s most exciting cities, or most picturesque towns.

9) If you’re looking for travel nursing employment, go to Clinical One for assistance and we'll do all the job and housing searching for you.

10) Travel the country and abroad without worrying about how you will get there.

Ten Dos & Don’ts a Travel Nurse Knows

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Filing Tax Returns When Working for a Travel Nursing Agency

When you’re working for a travel nursing agency like Clinical One, you’re not considered self-employed. That’s important information to know when it comes time to file your tax return. Clinical One would be considered your employer, since they’re the ones paying your salary. However, as with anything, there are many gray areas related to what you can claim as expenses, so it’s best to check with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) before venturing to complete your own tax returns.

The IRS has a great website where you can find answers to all of your income tax questions, get state forms to complete, read up on new tax laws, and e-file your tax return. As someone working for a healthcare staffing agency, you may find yourself scratching your head when it comes time to file your tax return. If you’re really uncertain, your employer will be able to offer some guidance and put you in touch with a tax consultant that specializes in the filings of travel healthcare professionals.

Remember, you must report and pay taxes on all of your income. No matter how complicated your income tax return might seem it’s important to get it finished and submitted before the deadline.

For more information, visit our website at www.clinicalone.com.

Living it Up in Northern California on a Travel Nursing Assignment

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is a state of the art medical facility that cares for thousands of patients and provides over a half-million outpatient and emergency visits annually. Nestled in beautiful San Jose, California, the 524-bed hospital is a dynamic clinical environment affiliated with Stanford University School of Medicine. Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (SCVMC) offers a diverse range of nursing disciplines within acute care, intensive care, a regional burn center, level I trauma, a nationally recognized rehabilitation program for head and spinal cord injuries, labor and delivery, pediatrics, psychiatric, custody health, emergency care, and a comprehensive scope of outpatient services.

Santa Clara County is located at the southern end of the San Francisco Bay and stretches over 1,312 square miles. The Mediterranean Climate is warm and dry most of the year due to the area’s geography and proximity to the Pacific Ocean. Santa Clara County has long been considered one of the best places to live and work mostly due to its many natural amenities and its high standard of living.

San Jose is the perfect location for day trips as it is 33 miles to Santa Cruz, 72 miles to Monterey, 47 miles to San Francisco, 60 miles to Carmel, and 82 miles to Napa. The city of San Jose holds a few noteworthy distinctions such as being the 10th largest city in the US, being rated the safest big city in America, as well as, the #1 recycler among the nation’s largest cities. Northern California is home to a number of popular wine regions, art museums, and a plethora of quaint sidewalk cafes, fine dining options, several clothing stores, and jewelry shops. Don’t miss out on this superior hospital and enchanting city!

For more information on jobs in the Northern California area and housing in that area for travel nurses, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/


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H1N1 Precautions: Get Ready for the Upcoming Flu Season and Get Vaccinated!

It is clear that the 2009-2010 flu season is shaping up to be potentially severe and the CDC and World Health Organization has classified the new H1N1 flu as a pandemic. Hospitals are preparing now for potentially large influxes of patients infected with the seasonal and/or H1N1 flu virus. Additionally, there is significant concern that a large percentage of the healthcare workforce will also be infected thereby jeopardizing hospitals capability to meet the needs of the patient population. The CDC has identified healthcare workers as top priority to receive the H1N1 vaccine in order to prevent drastic workforce shortages when the demand for healthcare will be at its highest. The seasonal flu vaccine and the H1N1 (Swine) flu vaccine are separate vaccinations. It is recommended that healthcare workers get vaccinated for both the seasonal flu and H1N1. More information on the 2009 H1N1 (Swine) flu vaccine can be found on the FDA's website.

The absolute necessity to become vaccinated cannot be further demonstrated than by the recent reports from RN Magazine and The Sacramento Bee (a local newpaper) about a 51 year old California Nurse whose contracted case of H1N1 influenza resulted in her death. This otherwise healthy nurse had a prior MRSA infection when she contracted the H1N1 flu. Although not confirmed, it is suspected that both infections were contracted at the hospital where she was employed. As healthcare workers, our responsibility is not only for our own health but also for the health of the patients to whom we provide care. Younger nurses in particular may be more susceptible to H1N1 in comparison to older healthcare workers who may still have some residual immunity from past exposure (possibly from the swine flu outbreak in 1976).

According to the CDC, the groups recommended to receive the 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine include:

Pregnant women because they are at higher risk of complications and can potentially provide protection to infants who cannot be vaccinated.

Household contacts and caregivers for children younger than 6 months of age because younger infants are at higher risk of influenza-related complications and cannot be vaccinated. Vaccination of those in close contact with infants younger than 6 months old might help protect infants by "cocooning" them from the virus.

Healthcare and emergency medical services personnel because infections among healthcare workers have been reported and this can be a potential source of infection for vulnerable patients. Also, increased absenteeism in this population could reduce healthcare system capacity.

All people from 6 months through 24 years of age:

Children from 6 months through 18 years of age because cases of 2009 H1N1 influenza have been seen in children who are in close contact with each other in school and day care settings, which increases the likelihood of disease spread.

Young adults 19 through 24 years of age because many cases of 2009 H1N1 influenza have been seen in these healthy young adults and they often live, work, and study in close proximity, and they are a frequently mobile population.

Persons aged 25 through 64 years who have health conditions associated with higher risk of medical complications from influenza.

Many states are mandating that healthcare employers offer both the seasonal flu vaccine and the H1N1 flu vaccine to their employees, as well as, information about the vaccinations. New York is the first state to MANDATE healthcare workers in outpatient ambulatory clinics, nursing homes, and hospitals to obtain the flu vaccinations. The only exception to that new regulation is for those healthcare workers that have a medical contraindication to the flu vaccine. The dominant flu virus this year is the H1N1 virus. The first shipments of the new H1N1 vaccine were being sent to hospitals on October 7th. To find more resources on the seasonal or H1N1 flu in your state, visit the Government's Flu website. Local flu vaccination provider's can be found by visiting the American Lung Association's website.

The H1N1 flu presents itself with similar symptoms as the regular seasonal flu. Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, upper respiratory tract symptoms (cough, sore throat, rhinorrhea, shortness of breath), myalgias, arthralgias, fatigue, vomiting, or diarrhea. Clinicians should expect complications to be similar to seasonal influenza: exacerbation of underlying chronic medical conditions, upper respiratory tract disease (sinusitis, otitis media, croup) lower respiratory tract disease (pneumonia, bronchiolitis, status asthmaticus), cardiac (myocarditis, pericarditis), musculoskeletal (myositis, rhabdomyolysis), neurologic (acute and post-infectious encephalopathy, encephalitis, febrile seizures, status epilepticus), toxic shock syndrome, and secondary bacterial pneumonia with or without sepsis. More information about clinical management is available on the CDC Website.

As is frequently said, the best offense is a good defense and our defense in this situation is paying strict attention to proper infection control procedures. Like other influenza viruses, H1N1 is spread by coughing and sneezing (airborne droplet). Focusing on the basics of proper hand hygiene and respiratory protection standards is essential in preventing the spread of the flu. In addition, aggressive education about hand washing and proper sneezing and coughing etiquette for patients and families is also a mandatory piece of the infection control plan. It is being recommended to wear an N95 or similar respirator when caring for a patient with suspected flu. Additionally, patients suspected of being infected should be in private respiratory isolation rooms. Be sure to be aware of the facility guidelines/policies with regards to the use of personal protective equipment and respiratory isolation procedures. If you have not already done so, please be sure you have been properly fitted for an N95 respirator. Clinical One can help to make arrangements for respirator fit testing if needed but many times this can be done through the facility's employee health department.

As hospitals are preparing for the upcoming flu season, they are requesting that all temporary contract workers become vaccinated or at the very least acknowledge the risk associated with a potential flu infection and sign a declination form. Due to the overwhelming requests from our clients to ensure our travelers are prepared for the flu season, we are asking everyone to complete a Flu Assessment Form.

Clinical One Volunteers at Local Flu Clinics

It's important that we all do our part during this flu season to keep ourselves and others safe. Flu clinics offer an excellent opportunity for nurses to volunteer their services and give back to the local community. Contact your state's health department to see how you can participate in a flu clinic in your area.

For more information, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/

Top 10 Reasons to Work with Clinical One

Looking for a travel nursing job? Challenging positions at top hospitals are out there, but if you’re having trouble finding one on your own, consider working with a travel nurse agency like Clinical One. The following are the top 10 reasons why you might want to try and find travel nursing jobs with the help of Clinical One.

1) Free education! All employees who’ve been screened and are ready to start accepting travel nursing jobs and other work assignments are eligible to sign up for free continuing education classes. Classes include a wide variety of topics suitable for all nursing levels.

2) You can refer your friends to Clinical One and get a little extra spending money. Referral bonuses are as high as $250, but the catch is that your friend(s) have to complete at least one nursing assignment first.

3) Clinical One, a Randstad company, has a solid reputation that employers recognize. It’s a lot easier to find those hard to get travel nursing jobs with a nationally recognized recruitment agency like Clinical One standing behind you.

4) Free housing! Clinical One will pay the expenses of a one bedroom furnished apartment in the town or city of your travel assignment. Already have housing? Then Clinical One will provide you with a housing subsidy to help cover your expenses.

5) Health and dental benefits are available with Clinical One from DAY ONE! No 30 day or longer waiting period. You will be fully covered as of the first day of your assignment.

6) Clinical One offers you the unique opportunity to travel. Want to find travel nursing jobs in Boston or Baltimore? Clinical One can help. Interested in taking a position in Hawaii or the Virgin Islands? Clinical One can help with that too.

7) Safety. Clinical One works hard to make sure that you’re placed in a safe working and living environment.

8) International opportunities. Clinical One can help you find permanent work internationally in areas such as Australia and New Zealand.

9) Need to make sure you’ve got the proper state licensure? Clinical One offers personalized assistance to make sure you’ve got your papers in place.

10) Bring friends and/or family on your travel nursing jobs. Clinical One will still cover your expenses, but you’ll have to pay the difference for any other travelers.

For more information, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/.

Taking Friends and Family Along on Travel Nursing Assignments

No matter how many years you’ve been working as a travel nurse, taking a new travel nursing position can be daunting, especially when it’s in a new city, town, or completely different state. If you’re interested in applying for travel nursing jobs, Clinical One will not only help you with your job search, they’ll also reimburse your travel expenses, find you housing, and provide you with full healthcare insurance from day one!

A one-bedroom furnished apartment is standard for any travel nursing position and you’re more than welcome to bring a friend, spouse, or partner with you for the duration of your nursing assignment. Pets are also welcome in most cases. In fact, you can bring the whole family with you if you want to, you’ll just have to cover the additional cost over and above what it would have cost Clinical One to house you in a one bedroom apartment. Have your own housing already? No worries, Clinical One will pay you a housing subsidy up to the value of a one bedroom apartment in that city.

So, if the thought of complete loneliness is the only thing preventing you from applying for a travel nursing job, don’t give it another thought. Clinical One can get you, and your family, where you need to go to advance your nursing career.

For more information on Clinical One's housing options, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/.

Keeping Current in the Healthcare Industry

There’s no other profession where it’s more important to keep current on industry standards than in the healthcare industry. There are many benefits to working with a healthcare staffing agency, but one of the greatest perks is being able to take advantage of free continuing education opportunities. Clinical One, for example, offers a wide variety of online courses and workshops that can go a long way in enhancing your career.

Even courses that are not specific to temporary nursing jobs play a vital role in your professional relationships. Learning the “soft skills” (i.e. bedside manner, human resource issues, effective communication, diversity in the workplace, and how to manage your own health on the job) is very important.

Looking for specialized certification? Clinical One offers the kind of courses that can lead to eventual certifications, diplomas, and possible hourly rate increases. The more you know, the more you could earn. So make sure not to overlook the benefit of a free education. No matter how busy you might be, take the time to sign up for continuing education through Clinical One.

For more information on CEUs, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/.