Medic15251

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  1. Paid more than perm staff nurses?

    Medic15251 replied to redshott's topic in Travel

    Pensions are a thing of the past. Retirement security is more of a personal responsibility now. As far "only matching 50%", this is an ignorant comment. A guaranteed 50% return on investment is...

  2. IV pumps

    Medic15251 replied to khb78's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    It takes about 30 cc of air or a full IV tubing to cause any

  3. Where to move to?

    Medic15251 replied to MovingRN's topic in Travel

    I've been to northern ca and loved it. There is a lot of outdoor stuff to do. You should do a travel contract and feel out the city so to speak before you commit to it. I was quoted a blended rate...

  4. Paid more than perm staff nurses?

    Medic15251 replied to redshott's topic in Travel

    caroladybelle: You and your four travel coworkers are wrong. Whether you maintain a permanent residence or not you still have to count the free housing or housing stipend as compensation from your...

  5. Paid more than perm staff nurses?

    Medic15251 replied to redshott's topic in Travel

    I would have to disagree with you. In most locations throughout the country a travel nurse is compensated more so than a staff nurse. In places that have unions like maybe CA a staff nurse might...

  6. Unemployment

    Medic15251 replied to 11:11's topic in Travel

    11:11 If you take the time and read my original post I was in fact asking if the down time was by choice. I then asked why you deserve unemployment benefits if you choose to take time off. I would...

  7. "onassignment" housing stipend!!!!

    Medic15251 replied to AfghaniPrinzess's topic in Travel

    I have heard it is terribly hot there in the summer. He must be paying you a dollar (115) for every degree in fahrenheit it gets up to on an average summer day! It sounds like a good offer though if...

  8. Experienced RN looking for answers

    Medic15251 replied to NICURNMB's topic in Travel

    The math all seems to be correct, however this seems to be a low offer for a travel assignment. They are probably trying to take advantage of you since this is your first travel assignment. In...

  9. I am canceling my contract after one week

    Medic15251 replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    ernurse16: I don't think I am better than anyone. I know you can only play the hand you are dealt in life, but my success is the direct result of precise actions I've taken towards goals I have...

  10. Unemployment

    Medic15251 replied to 11:11's topic in Travel

    11:11 I was simply asking whether or not the time between contracts was voluntary or involuntary. I think others have answered your question. Your eligibility and amount of compensation would be...

  11. I am canceling my contract after one week

    Medic15251 replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    AU-RN1969: Possible? maybe, but highly unlikely. I am quite mobile. I could have all my possessions packed into my car in a relatively short amount of time, however if something unavoidable happened...

  12. Unemployment

    Medic15251 replied to 11:11's topic in Travel

    Are you serious? Is the "little time" between your contracts by your choice? If it is then why do you deserve unemployment? Perhaps a better alternative would be to take a vacation or visit family...

  13. I am canceling my contract after one week

    Medic15251 replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    I will respectfully agree to disagree with some of you. Personal finance and responsibility are two important subjects for me. I know what it is like to be broke and living paycheck to paycheck, and...

  14. Location Suggestions

    Medic15251 replied to Medic15251's topic in Travel

    Thank you all for the replies. I think I'm Pacific North West

  15. Location Suggestions

    Medic15251 posted a topic in Travel

    I'm looking for a travel destination for late summer. I enjoy the outdoors, the ocean, dog parks, and fishing. I would like a small to medium size city. Has anyone had a travel contract at a place...

  16. I am canceling my contract after one week

    Medic15251 replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    CRNI-ICU20 First, let me give you a little pointer. If you will indent and/or space out your paragraphs in your posts, it is much easier to read. Especially when you ramble on and on! Let me first...

  17. Location Suggestions

    Medic15251 replied to Medic15251's topic in Travel

    LadyNASDAQ: What part of Cali? I've been to Eureka up north. It was very industrial, but once you got out of town it was

  18. Travel nursing - worth it? Good $?

    Medic15251 replied to anne74's topic in Travel

    I would agree with LadyNasdaq. Living debt free is the way to go. A great way for nurses to eliminate debt is to travel. I'm not sure how much consumer debt your in, but I bet if you were to focus...

  19. I am canceling my contract after one week

    Medic15251 replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    cnasomeday and crni: I'm getting bored with this, but here goes: With a proper budget you should! Try cutting the lattes at starbucks and boom there is your health insurance premium for the month....

  20. I am canceling my contract after one week

    Medic15251 replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    CRNASOMEDAY: Lets look at your statement and examine why it is wrong. Beyond my EF I have term life insurance in the event of my death. Life insurance is designed to replace my income for any...

  21. I am canceling my contract after one week

    Medic15251 replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    CRNASOMEDAY25 I'm glad you asked. Basically, for me, an EF is to cover a period of unemployment or an unpredicted cost. I can't think of an emergency that might come up that would last longer than...

  22. What's with this Tax Advantage?

    Medic15251 replied to aberrn's topic in Travel

    I would have to disagree. I would ask your company if they offer long term disability insurance if the $10 hr bothered you. Also, I don't know your age, but I'm 23 and have no expectation of...

  23. I am canceling my contract after one week

    Medic15251 replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    nurseguy- I just think people should own up to their mistakes and not put the blame on someone else. And to answer your question about the budget and consumer debt, the OP has stated that she could...

  24. What's with this Tax Advantage?

    Medic15251 replied to aberrn's topic in Travel

    "I am starting my first travel assignment next month. Any suggestions where to get more information about this tax stuff?" robbsrn: Yeah, a CPA! You can also check out the irs'

  25. I am canceling my contract after one week

    Medic15251 replied to lmessajumper's topic in Travel

    "Medic: I believe that when the poster stated her particular situation, she was not looking for a slap on the hand, but seeking good advice on how to deal with a particularly unpleasant situation. I...