Travel Essentials for Women in Healthcare

Are you starting your first travel assignment and have no clue where to start? This article will provide you with travel essentials for women in healthcare.

Leaving for a travel assignment may feel a bit overwhelming as you begin to think of all the essentials for traveling. Getting ready for your travel assignment is a bit unique. You're not packing everything you own, but it's also not a short two-week vacation.

You also may want to ask yourself, what type of trip am I going on? While you're most likely traveling for work, take into consideration the location, time of year, and length of your stay.

By staying organized and planning ahead you will make your life a lot easier. We want you to be able to settle in quickly and enjoy your upcoming adventure.

Healthcare travelers make every new assignment their home. These suggestions will be both practical and there to make your life just that much easier.

We want to make sure you have a successful travel assignment in and outside the healthcare facility. If you are interested in learning more about travel essentials for women in healthcare you've come to the right place. Now it's time to add some of these items to your packing list!

Must Haves and Travel Essentials for Women

We understand that everyone has different wants and needs. These travel essentials for women are must-haves and are fun and trendy go-tos for those on their travel assignment.

It is a valuable reminder to ensure that you don't overlook these essentials for traveling. Having them on your checklist can greatly contribute to a smoother and more enjoyable travel experience.

Packing Cubes

Getting packing cubes is a great way to conserve space and stay organized while on the go. This CALPAK Packing Cube 5-piece Set allows you to divide out your clothes, toiletries, jewelry, socks, and undergarments. CALPAK also sells separate packing cubes for your electronics and shoes.

Find the perfect packing cubes that match your individual style by choosing from their wide variety of colors and patterns.

Insulated Cooler Bag

Perfect for if you have a long drive on the road or need to pack meals and snacks for your shift. An insulated cooler is essential to keeping you fueled and hydrated throughout your assignment.

Check out this Convertible Backpack Cooler by Qontevo. You can wear this insulated cooler bag as a shoulder bag or backpack. This ensures that you can carry all your things when walking in for a shift. We know you are probably already carrying a coffee, water bottle and your phone!

Backpack

A backpack or carry-on bag is perfect for on-the-go travel. Even if you aren't flying, it is nice to have a carry-on bag in your passenger seat with accessible necessities. This can also double as a work bag! Amazon carries many great affordable options for healthcare travels on the go. Be mindful of what size and features would work well with your lifestyle.

The Travsessed Premium 3-in-1 Travel Backpack is perfect for women in healthcare. This 3-in-1 backpack is built by travelers for travelers. It will keep you organized and has a pocket for just about everything you can think of. This backpack is perfect for having all your necessities accessible in your car on the road.

Water Bottle

It is essential to stay hydrated on the road, on the job, and at home! The Owala Free Sip and Stanley 40oz. Tumblers are two great options. They both will keep your water cold throughout an entire shift.

With the Owala Free Sip, you can sip through the straw while holding it upright or drink from the wide mouth opening when held at an angle. Many people like the Stanley Tumbler because of its functionality. It has a convenient handle, and it fits in your car cup holder.

Crossbody Bag

Finding the right crossbody bag is a must-have travel essential for women. When traveling, you want to have everything you need, right where you need it. The Thread crossbody bag comes in many different colors and patterns so that you can cater to your own personal style. Who doesn't love a product that is both functional and stylish?

Scrubs

Depending on your hospital or facilities you may need to get yourself some scrubs. FIGS offers a wide variety of styles, colors, and sizes (XXS-6XL). While scrubs are a FIGS staple, they offer a long list of other essentials for women. Layering pieces, jackets, vests, and shoes are readily available on the FIGS website too.

Shoes

Did you know that on average, a nurse walks 5 miles during a 12-hour shift? Quality shoes are necessary for healthcare professionals who travel to give proper support and comfort when standing all day. Hokas and New Balance are fan favorites for many medical professionals.

STILL Aromatic Inhaler

This natural de-stress concentrate combines sweet and soothing essential oils to calm and help you relax. The STILL aromatic inhaler by Soothing Scents is an aromatherapy tool that is personal, portable, and leakproof. This makes taking your essential oils with you wherever you go easy while being a safe and simple way to manage your comfort.

First Aid Kit

You never know when you might need one. Keep>Going First Aid has a super cute 270-piece first aid super-kit that comes with just about everything you can think of. Whether you're on the road or going on an outdoor adventure on your day off, this first aid kit will come in handy.

Packing Tips

The more you travel the more you will figure out what tips and travel essentials work best for you.

Here are some packing tips for women in healthcare.

• Make a list of what you need daily by going through your routine and writing everything you usually use.
• Roll your clothing items to conserve space.
• Bring a laundry basket that can double as a travel bin for your items. It might feel like you're packing up for your college dorm but don't worry, you'll thank us later.
• Invest in durable luggage that can fit your belongings and is dependable for multiple travel assignments. We recommend investing in nice luggage, there is nothing worse than a wonky wheel!
• There is no sense in trying to pack for every possible outing you may have. Instead, think about what items you could wear for multiple occasions. For example, you can wear a plain top to run errands or pair it with jeans to go out to dinner.

Before Your Travel Assignment

You should be planning ahead before your travel assignment by researching your new travel destination and housing. Some questions to ask yourself are:

• What are appropriate clothes for this particular climate?
• Is my housing furnished?
• What size is the bed? Do I need to bring my own bedding?
• Is there an onsite washer and dryer?
• What cooking appliances will I have?
• What amenities will I have, if there are any?

At GetMed Staffing, we want our travelers to feel prepared for their next travel assignment. We highly recommend planning ahead with these travel essentials for women in healthcare.

If you are looking to become a travel professional, we are here to help! We know healthcare travelers have different needs. We will be there for you to ensure every travel assignment is successful from start to finish. Our mission is to provide personalized unwavering service to our candidates and clients.

To learn more about starting your next travel assignment, visit our website. We'll assist you throughout your entire journey from start to finish.