New RN (1yr exp) - Travel Thoughts/Desires

[NikkiJo]

Hey all,

I'm a new nurse with 1 yr behind me with experience in fertility and OB/GYN care obtained from a private practice in NYC. --- I would really like to travel, but I am wondering a few things....

1. What is the likelihood that a facility would bring on someone w/ my experience?

2. Is this a far reach from my end? I do believe in my capabilities - and I feel I am strongly clinically --- of course, I lack actual experience outside of what patient care I provided (limited) within my OB/GYN position ---- but I am concerned that I may be jumping into turbid waters with a mediocre swimming ability.

Any thoughts/suggestions from experienced travelers or other new nurses who may have jumped into this 'pool'?

Thanks!

[NedRN]

You really need acute care hospital experience. A manager would have no other choices available to pick you and you wouldn't have a clue when you arrive. Not even what typical policies and procedures, charting, prioritizing care for five plus assignments, admitting and discharging patients... and the list goes on.

You need to to find a hospital willing to hire and train you for a staff position. They will require at least a one year commitment even at a rinky dink hospital and most likely two years. Then you might be able to travel.

That said, there may be clinic travel jobs you are qualified for. But your experience would still be skimpy and not competitive with most travelers.