spankssnowbunny

spankssnowbunny specializes in ICU/CCU, PCU, Neuro, Telemetry.

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1. Quitting staff job to travel

   spankssnowbunny replied to perfexion's topic in Travel

   Seems like there are always needs for L&D nurses. TX and CA seem to always have needs for travelers. Best of

2. Quitting staff job to travel

   spankssnowbunny replied to perfexion's topic in Travel

   I have been traveling off and on for the past 7 years. Unfortunately, I did not have a staff job either time I took my "first" contract. There have been times I felt like I was scrambling for a...

3. Vegas Conference anyone?

   spankssnowbunny replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

   I'm going. From speaking with past attendees the conference is well worth attending for all travelers and dreamers. Can't wait to network with other travelers and speak to some of the

4. PanTravelers Membership & Other Resources...

   spankssnowbunny replied to Fannie'sMom's topic in Travel

   TheGypsyNurse.com is one you might want to check out as well as their Facebook page. Our Gypsy Family Caravan on Facebook as well. There is a Travelers Conference in September. The 23rd and 24th to be...

5. Is RN Network a decent agency ?

   spankssnowbunny replied to ewrn's topic in Travel

   It's not just about the agency but about the recruiter. My experience with larger companies is that there is little room to negotiate my contract. I have worked for a large agency because they have...

6. Alaska travel nursing!!

   spankssnowbunny replied to krazenurse's topic in Travel

   I am taking my first assignment to Alaska the end of July. From speaking with other travelers who have been to Alaska regardless of the area all have truly enjoyed their

7. Ready to start traveling

   spankssnowbunny replied to stefm13's topic in Travel

   Stefm13, feeling scared is definitely normal. Each new assignment brings me a little anxiety. Someone once told me, "you can do anything for 13 weeks, and remember it is only 13 weeks". That statement...

8. Ready to start traveling

   spankssnowbunny replied to stefm13's topic in Travel

   Best advise I can give is speak to multiple agencies and recruiters and then narrow your selection to 5 recruiters you connect with. You can poll hundreds of travelers about their experiences with...

9. Where do most traveling nurses stay? And how do you fit all the things you'll need?

   spankssnowbunny replied to Inlocd454's topic in Travel

   Most hospitals require a 50 mile

10. Prospective Travel Nurse

    spankssnowbunny replied to RNJD77's topic in Travel

    You are very welcome. Ask away, the better informed you are the more aware you can be. I sent you a PM with some info for

11. Being Picky or Just Cautious?

    spankssnowbunny replied to daisybsn's topic in Travel

    Go with an open mind and be prepared for anything. I'm sure you will do

12. Being Picky or Just Cautious?

    spankssnowbunny replied to daisybsn's topic in Travel

    I PM'd

13. Prospective Travel Nurse

    spankssnowbunny replied to RNJD77's topic in Travel

    I'm currently in Florida heading to North Carolina. I have worked as a traveler in West Virginia, Virginia (2 different locations), and throughout Florida. Most travelers work talk with several...

14. Prospective Travel Nurse

    spankssnowbunny replied to RNJD77's topic in Travel

    I've been back on the travel wagon since 08/2011. I usually have no trouble obtaining another contract before my current travel assignment ends but have had time off due to end dates and new start...

15. Stressing About Finding An Assignment

    spankssnowbunny replied to daisybsn's topic in Travel

    I don't have a compact license but it is my understanding that if you hold a compact license that you can work in another state that is also compact for 30 days but you still have to apply for...