RN,Edie

I have been a nurse for 11 years (9 yrs an LPN, now a RN for 2yrs). I am currently working as an ADON/Charge Nurse of the day shift in a small "down home" LTC facility. I have worked off an on in LTC as a CNA, LPN and a RN. I like LTC, but it feels as though my job has become that of a glorified babysitter. The "down home" environment has resulted in a serious lack of professionalism and I'm afraid my nursing skills are dwindling. This has been a concern for awhile, but lately, with the new changes in LTC, it has become an issue I believe I need to address. At my age, and the small town options here, I am considering the travel nurse industry. I am looking for some input from someone in the field. I would love to work in the hospital setting but the hospital here is NOT my first choice for many reasons. Since my most recent experience is in LTC, I am working on my ACLS certification to brush up on my skills. I would love some insight into how this works, opinions of the process and maybe even some advice on how to pick a company. My children are 15, 16, and 18, I would love to be able to travel with my husband in the next few years. Also, my 18 yo is working on her RN degree and is interested in traveling, hopefully I can help pave the way for her ( as well as pay for her education,haha). Any insight would be greatly appreciated.