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.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Monday, October 26, 2009
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/
http://www.scvmed.org/portal/site/vmc/
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/
http://www.scvmed.org/portal/site/vmc/
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/
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/
Friday, October 23, 2009
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/.
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/.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
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/.
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/.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Healthcare Staffing Solutions
Healthcare staffing agencies provide solutions to hospitals most demanding nursing staffing needs. That means more than just placing qualified professionals in your current job openings, it means providing qualified healthcare professionals who can hit the ground running.
Healthcare staffing companies like Clinical One recruit a wide variety of healthcare professionals including registered nurses, nurse managers, nurse practitioners and physician assistants, social workers, rehab therapists, and more. These experienced professionals understand the busy nature of the workplace and the need for quality patient care. These are independent, ambitious, hard-working people who take the time to advance their continuing education while taking advantage of the benefits that a healthcare staffing firm can offer.
Healthcare staffing companies contribute to your healthcare staffing solutions by taking away the headaches caused by the hiring process. With a healthcare staffing firm like Clinical One, you stay in full control of who you hire but remain almost entirely hands-off. No more dealing with payroll headaches, overtime calculations, shift differentials, etcetera. Utilizing the resources of a reputable healthcare staffing service makes fiscal and administrative sense.
For more information on healthcare staffing, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/
Healthcare staffing companies like Clinical One recruit a wide variety of healthcare professionals including registered nurses, nurse managers, nurse practitioners and physician assistants, social workers, rehab therapists, and more. These experienced professionals understand the busy nature of the workplace and the need for quality patient care. These are independent, ambitious, hard-working people who take the time to advance their continuing education while taking advantage of the benefits that a healthcare staffing firm can offer.
Healthcare staffing companies contribute to your healthcare staffing solutions by taking away the headaches caused by the hiring process. With a healthcare staffing firm like Clinical One, you stay in full control of who you hire but remain almost entirely hands-off. No more dealing with payroll headaches, overtime calculations, shift differentials, etcetera. Utilizing the resources of a reputable healthcare staffing service makes fiscal and administrative sense.
For more information on healthcare staffing, visit our website at http://www.clinicalone.com/
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
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/.
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/.
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