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Holiday Blues
Travel Nursing
Travel Assignment

Enjoying the Holidays as a Travel Nurse

Nov 6, 2023

As a dedicated travel nurse on your travel assignment, you're no stranger to the excitement of exploring new places while providing essential healthcare services. However, the holiday season can present a unique set of challenges and opportunities for travel nurses. In this guide, we'll explore practical tips on how to make the most of your travel assignment during this festive time.

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Early Travel Career
Traveling Tips
Travel Assignment

Navigating Your First Travel Assignment: What to Expect

Oct 5, 2023

Embarking on your first travel assignment as a nurse is an exciting step in your career. It's an opportunity to explore new places, gain valuable experience, and make a positive impact on healthcare communities across the country. To ensure a smooth transition, it's essential to be well-prepared.

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Early Travel Career
Travel Assignment
Gaining Skills

Key Traits of Successful Healthcare Travelers

Oct 3, 2023

In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, success is not solely determined by one's technical proficiency. While expertise will always be crucial, there are several other traits that define successful healthcare travelers. GetMed Staffing believes these qualities enable healthcare travelers to provide excellent care and have a positive impact on their patients' lives.

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Travel Assignment
Travel Nurse Assignment
Traveling Tips

Planning Ahead for Your Winter Travel Assignment

Sep 27, 2023

One benefit of being a healthcare traveler is being able to travel to desirable locations during the colder months. Planning ahead is crucial for traveling medical professionals who want to experience some warmth or hit the slopes, during their winter travel assignment.

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Travel Assignment

How to Ask for an Extension on an Assignment

Sep 21, 2023

Welcome to GetMed Staffing, where we understand the unique needs of healthcare professionals on the move. As you embark on your travel assignment, we recognize that circumstances may arise, requiring you to seek an extension. In this guide, we'll walk you through the best practices and steps to smoothly request an extension on your healthcare travel assignment.