Pros and Cons of traveling

Feb 21, 2007 05:34 PM

by mummer43

I am considering doing some traveling as a nurse. I don't really know much about it, but it seems as though you can make good money as well as have your living expenses paid. I have seen some places advertising $40/hr. Is this legit?

What about benefits and vacation/sick time? Is there anything I should be on the lookout for?

What would a good agency to work for?

LadyNASDAQ · Feb 21, 2007, 08:20 PM

Re: Pros and Cons of traveling

I have done the $40/hr jobs and yes, they pay it. Trust me, you have to call these companies and decide which would be best to start but sign up with 4-6 of them so you stay busy and can get top dollar.

mummer43 · Feb 21, 2007, 09:01 PM

Re: Pros and Cons of traveling

Originally Posted by LadyNASDAQ

I have done the $40/hr jobs and yes, they pay it. Trust me, you have to call these companies and decide which would be best to start but sign up with 4-6 of them so you stay busy and can get top dollar.

What about benefits/vacation?

Medic15251 · Feb 22, 2007, 08:07 AM

Re: Pros and Cons of traveling

"What about benefits/vacation?"

Most companies offer free housing or a stipend, travel pay, bonuses, 401k with match, ceu's, and day 1 health insurance. As far as vacation most offer PTO hours, but If you think about it, you are really on a vacation when you are on assignment! You can work 3 days a week and go explore new places on your days off.

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Pros and Cons of traveling

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