Travel nursing video showcasing bad experiences?

thegreenmile · Oct 8, 2009

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the cons of travel nursing

of course, if travel nursing were perfect, everyone would do it. there are drawbacks to travel nursing, and it is not for everyone. travel nurses may not receive all of the benefits of a full time employee. it is important to read your contract carefully, so that you understand exactly what to expect. while many travel nurses do not receive paid time off, some do, and it can be negotiated into your contract. health insurance is typically offered, but it will likely be more expensive than what is offered to full and part time staff at the hospital.

some of the cons of travel nursing are apparent, and if they do not appeal to you, then travel nursing may not be a good choice for you. travel nursing means that you will pack up your scrubs and move often, as often as every 13 weeks. while some people relish these frequent changes, others find it stressful. another point to consider is that as reassuring as it is to know that you are not locked into a long term contract if the situation is less than ideal, you are also not guaranteed employment past your initial assignment. frequent moves can be stressful for other reasons as well. with each new job, the hospital may require you to pass a competency exam or they can terminate your employment, for those who do not test well, this can be very stressful. there will be a new orientation with each new assignment as well.

another problem that many travel nurses encounter is passive or even open hostilities toward travelers from the staff. because it is widely known that travel nurses receive a higher pay rate and more flexibility than staff nurses, there is often resentment among the other nurses. also, the management may feel that the travel nurse should pull more of the unattractive assignments, since there is no concern of retention with the traveler. these two factors can ruin a travel nursing experience.

another negative aspect of travel nursing, and the one that can be most detrimental to the nurse in the long run, is the lack of career advancement. most travel nurse contracts specifically forbid the nurse from holding any type of supervisory role. while this may be appealing to the traveler initially, once he or she is ready to head into more traditional work, their lack of supervisor experience can limit job opportunities.

travel nursing can be a wonderful experience if your temperament is suited for the work. take the time to find a recruiter or agency that you feel comfortable with, and if you find an assignment that you enjoy, don't feel shy about asking for a contract renewal.

by: stephanie larkin

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stephanie larkin is a freelance writer who writes about topics pertaining to nurses and the nursing profession such as nursing uniforms