There are countless rewarding aspects to working as a travel nurse. In addition to getting the opportunity to travel to different parts of the country and meet new people with each assignment you take, you also have the option of taking some time off between assignments. Your travel nursing agency is happy to help you secure assignments for as long or as little as you would like. Therefore, if you could use a little rest and relaxation time before you take on another assignment or if you would like to do some traveling with friends and family after an assignment, this is perfectly okay. The sky's the limit in terms of what you can do between travel nursing contracts.
You might want to spend your time off experiencing something special with family or simply spending some time just for yourself. Whatever you do, you may want to try your best to make this time about rejuvenating your mind, body and soul so you can go on your next assignment feeling better than ever.
For example, this might be the perfect opportunity to schedule a day at the spa so you can get pampered and polished. Getting a facial or massage can be the relaxing and refreshing experience that you deserve after all your hard work at the hospital. If nothing else, a simple haircut or fresh shave will leave you looking great and feeling confident.
If going to the spa or salon isn't your thing, take this time to plan an adventure. Think about something you've always wanted to try but have never had the chance to experience. Perhaps you've always wanted to go paddle boarding or skiing. Now is your opportunity! Call up that adventurous friend you met on assignment last year and see if he or she would like to join you. You will have time to catch up and cross something off the bucket list!
The time between travel nursing contracts may also be a good chance to brush up on the latest trends in the healthcare industry. You could attend a nursing conference in your area or take a course to get a recertification accomplished or learn something new. No matter what you do with your time away from the hospital or clinic, do your best to ensure it's something that will allow you to feel like a more efficient and satisfied nurse for your next assignment.