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    OR travelers..

    Argo replied to MadpeysRN's topic in Travel

    Its the same thing I hate about staff jobs really, well just one. Knowing where everything is can slow you down. Once I know the locations of stuff/places and get the flow of work I am good. Usually...
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    California "travel" RN

    Argo replied to firemedic12's topic in Travel

    I have been able to "block" my days together as a traveler at every facility that I have worked at so far. I have not known anyone at any of the places. I request it but dont require
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    Adjusting to Smaller Hospitals

    Argo replied to MIZtigerRN's topic in Travel

    Putting in a verbal order when no order was given is not legal. *** kind of advice is that? The only thing they can do is follow the chain of command up if its critical. The...
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    sketchy contract?

    Argo replied to obrn99's topic in Travel

    The "effective rate" is what you would have to make hourly, fully taxed as staff to equal the takehome pay as a traveler.. I have never been quoted this by a recruiter, what company? She is right,...
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    RV/ travel trailer as housing?

    Argo replied to Hopeful_Traveler's topic in Travel

    Most rv parks are fine, especially the ones that arent in midtown. Savings depends on every individual case. Trailer payment, truck payment, park costs..... it all adds up. You dont ever habe to...
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    California "travel" RN

    Argo replied to firemedic12's topic in Travel

    Are you hearing from around town or directly from someone that does it. If so, let me know what hospital. They will do it for interim management and above jobs on a regular basis. Never heard of it...
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    Can I become a travel nurse?

    Argo replied to Wheaties's topic in Travel

    Honestly, if you're comfortable with your ability and adaptability in the work place, I would just pick an agency or 3 and give it a try. Go for medsurg to begin. There are tons of positions open....
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    Overtime pay

    Argo replied to wayemika's topic in Travel

    I get a good paying contract to start with and do not work overtime unless i absolutely need to to help them for an hour or something after my shift ends. I also dont do call. It is not worth it to...
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    Travel housing California

    Argo replied to wayemika's topic in Travel

    Current take home is just under 3k a week, i have had similar offers recently but have extended where im at.... I work OR though. It obviously varies by specialties. SF bay area is where its
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    First assignment, LONELY.

    Argo replied to Dee279's topic in Travel

    The first assignment or any first time alone for anything is the hardest. You have to learn two things.... 1) how to be alone, its very different being alone and far away from the world you knew. 2)...
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    Travel housing California

    Argo replied to wayemika's topic in Travel

    Those numbers are normal for Southern California, low for
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    Should I have a certification as a travel nurse?

    Argo replied to Swellz's topic in Travel

    Best answer is
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    Travel Nurse with a Pit Bull - Housing Question

    Argo replied to Pea's topic in Travel

    Here are my real costs for you. Mind you i have a travel trailer, its nice and more than enough space. Truck is paid for. If you need it new thats gonna be easy $500/month Travel trailer msrp...
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    Travel Nurse with a Pit Bull - Housing Question

    Argo replied to Pea's topic in Travel

    Well, you dont HAVE to be farther out. I chose to be Since its free and i dont have to take call. It saves me a ton of money. If i stayed in a rv park (parking lot) in San Francisco, it would be...
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    Preparing for travel in CA

    Argo replied to Dassit82's topic in Travel

    Had the temporary a week after my info was dropped off in Sacramento. The permanent took 3 months still but you can work with the temporary
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    Is 13 weeks enough(clinical skills)??

    Argo replied to NorCalKid's topic in Travel

    I take 4-6 mobths off a year, no problems. I plan to work only 4 months a year in a few
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    Working travel and part time permanent

    Argo replied to RN0711's topic in Travel

    First thing, get off of part time, do prn/per diem with less requirement and flexibility. Personally I would call in to the part time job since the travel job is contracted as your primary job. This...
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    I think recruiter lied

    Argo replied to 8-ball's topic in Travel

    Never good to start out feeling cheated. Personally i would take higher stipend, lower hourly for your base 40 hours then negotiate a separate OT rate then add that bonus rate to
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    Let me know your thoughts -AMN yay or nay?

    Argo replied to creative scholar's topic in Travel

    Kaiser def has a central system with AMN for interview process. One interview and you can be picked up by all kaiser facilities if they are in need. Its up to you to sign.... does that rate include...
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    West vs East Coast?

    Argo replied to CardiacDork's topic in Travel

    Houston is just another big city, they all have big name hospitals in them. I am originally from San Antonio. I'm in San Francisco currently. I am not a busy city person but this is a great place to...
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    Should I accept this assignment?

    Argo replied to penlite28's topic in Travel

    I agree with ned, i do however set a low side that I would accept for any assignment. Your way below that number but I do surgery which has been hot over the years..... if it was that pay plus...
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    Should I accept this assignment?

    Argo replied to penlite28's topic in Travel

    Anytime people post for information about a package you have to include specialty and location. And this is 840 weekly PLUS housing PLUS travel
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    Canadians for travel assignments in the US

    Argo replied to chinotto_21's topic in Travel

    They may not be up to speed on us calling them "locums". Most(if any)travel companies dont do "travel NP" they call them
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    Canadians for travel assignments in the US

    Argo replied to chinotto_21's topic in Travel

    Yes.....
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    help with pay package

    Argo replied to cincin1222's topic in Travel

    You have to be more specific. Manhattan is going to be way different than