Working as a travel nurse is unlike any other career. It's not a nine-to-five job where you sit at a boring desk all day. Instead you're traveling all over the country, constantly meeting new people and learning new things. No two assignments are ever the same, of course, except that you always have the opportunity to help those in need. Traveling nursing is a very rewarding job – just consider these top ten reasons why!
1. Caring for others: As a travel nurse, you still get to care for others – you just get to do so with more people from around the country.
2. Working in different locations and settings: Most people only travel once a year on vacation, but travel nurses get to travel for their work! This means there are always new places to explore, and because you're always working in a different setting, there's no time for your career to become mundane.
3. Meeting new people: As you travel around the country, you're going to meet countless new people. When you work in one location, you may need to push or remind yourself to meet new people, but travel nurses naturally meet them on each assignment.
4. Experiencing different cultures: It's amazing how many different cultures are found within the United States, and as a travel nurse you will be able to experience so many of them.
5. Fast paced: It's going to be your job as a travel nurse to work where a clinic is low on staff. Many of these locations see a high volume of patients and will allow you to work in a fast paced environment. No time to get bored here!
6. Learning new skills: Each assignment will teach you something new, offering a chance for professional growth each and every step of the way.
7. Flexibility: As a travel nurse, you have the freedom to pick where you want to go. If you want to take extra time between assignments, that's okay too.
8. Enjoy your favorite season year around: Hate winter? No problem, just pick assignments in warm climates so you can enjoy the sunshine year round.
9. Networking: All of the people you meet on assignments will expand your professional and personal network.
10. Improve your resume: Future employers will be impressed by your ability to excel in so many settings.