A wise person once said, “behind every successful person, is a substantial amount of coffee.” I couldn’t agree more. Since becoming a working mom, coffee has been my go-to beverage. I’m not afraid to admit that I’ve turned into somewhat of a coffee snob. If you’ve ever visited NYC, you probably know why: the options …
Preferred Healthcare Staffing is a leader in staffing allied health jobs since 1994. Preferred is unique because they only cater to allied health; placing permanent, travel, and per diem positions. Preferred staffs all therapists (PT, OT, SLP, RT’s) as well as social workers, radiology, oncology, and laboratory travelers. Headquartered in sunny San Diego, Preferred is …
This guest post is from Sarah Lockhart, a speech-language pathologist who works in a variety of settings, including: private practice, telepractice, and short-term travel assignments. Sarah is a contractor in the school setting in a hybrid model, working via telepractice for three weeks a month and traveling onsite to schools one week a month. In …
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Are you struggling with finding housing on assignment? Perhaps you don’t know which neighborhood to live in or where to find a rental. Finding your own housing can be a bit overwhelming! Special thanks to travel nurse Colleen, who blogs at www.JoyintheJourney.life for sharing some of her best tips to find housing while on assignment! First things …
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Homesickness and missing home can happen during travel assignments. As a traveler, you really don’t have a ton of space or time to bring boxes of your favorite things from home. Here are my suggestions for a few, small things, that you could bring with you on assignment to make your temporary housing feel like …
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As an employee at a large and diverse school county office of education (currently five schools treating students with a variety of moderate/severe disabilities) I’ve had a lot of opportunities for fresh starts and creating rapport with new coworkers; here are some things I’ve learned. Don’t Expect Much Warmth Or Trust Right Away When you …
“Will They Like Me?” Building Rapport In A New Setting. Read More »
Finding stylish scrubs that are the right length has always been a considerable challenge as a tall woman. At 5’9”, I find it hard to purchase scrubs for tall lengths that look and feel good! In some brands, the talls still fall a bit short. In other brands, the tall could drag on the ground …
The El Dorado Royale all-inclusive in Riviera Maya is a beautiful adult-only resort. It is an easy 30-minute drive from Cancun International Airport and a short drive to Playa del Carmen and Tulum. What sets this resort apart from other all-inclusive resorts is the immaculate property and the wonderful level of service and hospitality. …
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In this blog, Kaci shares her story about how she came to be a traveling nurse. She talks about highlights of her journey and advice to new travelers. I’m a small town Texas girl. I lived at home while going to college and had never been on my own. I got engaged to my high …
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Are you thinking about taking a travel therapy or travel nurse assignment in a winter climate? For some travelers, living in the colder climates may come naturally. Personally, I grew up in the Northeast and spent many cold winters in Boston. For others, it may be a completely new experience. Here are my essentials for …
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Working a contract far from home can be lonely for healthcare travelers during the holiday season. Many travelers choose to not work a contract during the holidays, while others choose to work. If you do choose to work during the holidays, here are my tips and advice for making the best of the holiday season. …
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Therapy Abroad is a unique program for undergraduate students interested in speech therapy and traveling abroad. In August, I had the privilege to go on the therapy abroad program to Belize. The two weeks flew by so fast, but it was a one-of-a-kind experience that I will forever cherish. Here are seven things that I …
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