I was wearing croc but tried barefoot style and world of a difference, I am wearing the Hykes Pinnacle and feet feel so much healthier. I will never go back to regular restricted shoes.
Thank you for this on point review and the discount. As a a high school English teacher, I spend a lot of time on my feet like doctors, nurses, and other hospital workers, so wearing the right shoe is so important. Cleanliness is also a big factor since I'm spending most of my time around so many people in a very big high school school. You convinced me to order a pair of these shoes, which seem to be an excellent product. Thanks again.
The companies give you a housing stipend, which is built into your weekly take home pay. The only time they pay directly for housing is when you chose their specific housing option. Most pieple choose that option for housing as it's more convenient, but it usually costs more and is usually in hotels without kitchens, etc. Choosing your own housing is more effort, but if your rent is less than the monthly stipend, the remainder is yours to keep (again, it's built into your weekly take home pay)
@@travelnursecayla Thank you so much for the info! This is really exciting. I am hoping to find a gig that pays extra incentive for being multi-lingual.
I bought one pair of Dansko because so many nurses wore them. I tried several times but I can't wear them. My foot slides down and my toes hurt and go numb. I have been happy with my Birks Clogs for over 20 years.
Unfortunately no. It will need to be a multistage license to be valid in other compact states. So, for example, if you have a Florida single state license, simply go onto the BON website, log into your account, and click the option to change license to multistate. I believe there's a fee for doing it or you can wait until your renewal period to switch it at that time. It's usually a simple process to change the designation on most state BON websites. I hope that helped!
That is facility dependent. There are lots of facilities that still do and will not accept exemptions. Some requirements are state-specific as well. California and Alaska have been strict, for example. You would just let your recruiter know whether or not you'd need to look at exemption-only options :)
@@travelnursecayla Last question, promise My hospital have a really strict rules about the color. Is the color in the video true or its saturated by the camera? 🥺 I need a color between teal and caribbean and the one in the video looks pretty similar
@@leonorhinostroza6485 no worries! Ask away :) no, it's a true hunter green. I honestly don't know if they make that color anymore though. Hopefully they do. The color is exactly like the video as it is in real life :)
Hi, I have one question, when do they ask to submit primary proof of residence to submit or they just ask for declaration and address? Thanks in advance.
Hi, great question! There's a tax home declaration form attached to the onboarding documents you fill out. It'll ask for your permanent address (and will ask questions to confirm it is in fact a permanent residence vs you being what's condisered an itinerant worker). They'll also ask for a copy of your driver's license (or some form of government ID). Actual proof of residence is typically only required at tax time if you're using a tax accountant specializing in travel taxes and/or in the event of an IRS audit. I recommend holding onto receipts of rent payments while on contract, which can be airbnb receipts, paper receipts, hotel bills, etc. to show a duplication of expenses while on contract. I also have a video specifically on taxes on my page if you have more questions on that topic. Hope that helps :)
Thank you so much for the information, It's really helpful and gave me the idea about when residential proof required for travel nurses Job, I have one more question do they ask for any kind of residential proof like driver's license or Tax return document when we apply for Foreign Nurse licence and apply for the NCLEX exam?
@@azhargadhiya1855 I actually don't know the answer to that question off the top of my head. I'm not knowledgeable about what's required when coming from outside of the US. Google would be a better resource on that subject than I would. I wouldn't want to steer your wrong.
There are travel LPN jobs out there, yes! Not all agencies offer LPN jobs, but you could start by looking at some of the companies I mention in another video and go from there. LPNs are always needed in hospice, LTC, rehab, etc. Pursue it, you won't regret it! ❤️
I would imagine yes, since that would be the only option the company has to get your paycheck to you, but it'd be in your best interest to open a checking account. Even if it's only for the ease and speediness of getting paid.
Awesome Content! 🎆 Questions: 1. How is the Atlas Agency fairing for traveling RNs in North California? I’m an insomniac, workaholic, New Yorker and want to be a Trauma Certified ICU Traveling ER Nurse (ENP/MSN) and I want to do as many college-hacking and college online as I can to get me there. The plan is, with me only needing 3-4 hours sleep😴, I would work any shift mainly in North California hospitals out of my Suburban vehicle and hit the local gym & Walmart for all of my other needs to exist. lol 🚿🛀🪥🛌 And I’m reaching for MSN as opposed to ASN or BSN so that I’m most-favored and marketable. 2. What are your thoughts? 3. I will work any shift at any location , so what specialty pays the most? 4. Can I do 11 months on a contract, 2 months home, then another 11 months on a contract a the same hospital without loosing all of my wonderful traveling benefits? Ex.: I consider December and January my “vacation” months, then come back to work. 5. Can you work multiple contracts if the commute works for you? 6. Since my home state is New York City, in your experienced opinion, what is the possibility of my get a traditional 13 month contract in New York City? 7. I have land property in about 7 states so far. In your experienced opinion, how plausible is it for me to work temporarily in the state that they are located? ✈🛫 (Arkansas, NC, SC, CA, NV, NM)🛬 8. How often do you witness Traveling RNs that have no savings?💸💸 9. How do you show proof for your travel expense reimbursements?💰 Thank you so much for your time. 🙏
I haven't been a local traveler personally. I've worked with them, but I choose to go to places too far away to he considered local. There are still tax/pay benefits to staying close to home as a local traveler though! Most people I've worked with over the years find it to he a better balance with their families. I'd still suggest it, if you're interested in dipping your toes into travel world, but don't want to go far :)
Is it advisable to have a individual or private heath insurance? So that way after you finish the contract you will not lose the health insurance? and also by doing that way you don’t need to make arrangement to apply every time you get another contract?
It's completely up to you. I'd advise you do what's best for you/your family. I personally keep my own policy through CHM year-round and pass on traditional employer provided insurance.
This was so inspiring! I’m just finishing my first year of nursing school and I’m located in very gloomy Buffalo, NY! I am DREAMING about the day I can start traveling! Hoping it’s after that first year of work! (2 years to go!) you answered questions that I didn’t even know I had (dating, finding community with other travelers!) My goal is to eventually wind up back in SoCal where I was raised to be near family. But-I have that wanderlust brewing inside first! Thank you so much for this awesome video.
Questions: 1. How is the Atlas Agency fairing for traveling RNs in North California? I’m an insomniac, workaholic, New Yorker from the city and my goal is to be a Trauma Certified ICU Traveling ER Nurse (ENP/MSN). The plan is, with me only needing 3-4 hours sleep😴, I would work any shift mainly in North California hospitals out of my Suburban vehicle and hit the local gym & Walmart for all of my other humane needs to exist. lol 🚿🛀🪥🛌 👟🏃♂ And I’m reaching for MSN as opposed to ASN or BSN so that I’m most-favored and marketable. 2. What are your thoughts? 3. I will work any shift at any location , so what specialty pays the most? 4. Can I do 11 months on a contract, 2 months home, then another 11 months on a contract a the same hospital without loosing all of my wonderful traveling benefits? Ex.: I consider December and January my “vacation” months, then come back to work. 5. Can you work multiple contracts if the commute works for you? 6. Since my home state is New York City, in your experienced opinion, what is the possibility of my get a traditional 13 month contract in New York City? 7. I also have land property in about 7 states so far. In your experienced opinion, how plausible is it for me to work temporarily in the state that they are located? ✈🛫 (Arkansas, NC, SC, CA, NV, NM)🛬 Thank you so much for your time. thanks 🙏
So thankful for this video, I am going to my first assignment in the next couple weeks and this is the first video I’ve found with lol the practical things I need to prepare for or do ahead of time. Thank you so much! This was so helpful in my preparation!
Hi! Thank you for the video. Question though- you said you've transitioned to different fields of nursing (PACU, OR, etc), can you change specialties as a traveler? Or do you have to go back to staff to train in a new specialty for 1-2 years then travel in that specialty?
Typically, you'll have to go to a staff position to transition for about a year, then go back out as a traveler in your new speciality. There are "will train" travel positions out there, but they're far and few between. I've gotten lucky over the years in being able to transition that way.
I wear between a 7.5-8 tennis shoe depending on how the shoe is cut. I found upping to the 8 to be the best fit. Not too tight, not too loose. If you have access to an actual store with them to try on, that'd be your best bet for getting the sizing right, but I found going with the 1/2 size up worked best for me and my ex did as well.
My work is medical lab assistant, and need a lot of walks to traveling the wards in hospital. Will you recommend me Gales or Hoka? I am looking for a comfy shoes that can relieve my foot pain. Thank you ❤️🙏
It's really going to depend on your style and what you find to be most comfortable. The Gales are super easy to wash/wipe/clean! They're very cushioned. The hokas aren't as easy to clean and are quite a bit more expensive. They're a bit more cushioned/comfy because they have a bigger sole. Either one will prevent lower back and feet pain though. I also have a new discount code GALES-CAYLA-10, if you decide to go with the Gales :)
This happened to me this week 😅 they gave me contract within 2 days and rushed me to finish compliance papers but it just wasn’t a good fit at this time
A friend of mine would sleep in his van to save money at each travel assignment. This means he wouldn’t pay a dime on housing. I guess what you’re saying is he’s screwed?!😢 He does have a tax home which he travels to ( 3 hours drive), each week after his 3 -days assignment
That's a unique situation. If he rented a KOA RV lot or something and paid a monthly rate to stay/sleep in his van there, it would count as a duplicate expense. Not sure how it'd work otherwise. A travel tax accountant would know though! I have a video with those companies that specifically handle traveler taxes.
Hello young lady. My name is Dan and afew months back I saw an ad looking for housing for traveling. Nurses. I live in Rochester New York and we ha very some great hospitals here. I have a huge 5 bedroom home with 3 full bathrooms. I have one master bedroom on the first floor and four more bedrooms and two more bathrooms on the second floor. The ad I saw pertained to housing for travelling nurse's. I am retired and live alone as my wife recently passed away. So I thought to myself wouldn't it be great to have a trzvelling nurse stay in the master suite on the first floor as she would have her own private bath .she would be great company and also provide me with a small income. Well I did list my home and I got one of the nicest nurse's I could ever want. She is a married grandmother who would be working at a hospital less that 2 miles from my home. This was a perfect fit for both of us. We have a great relationship and I will be very sorry when her contract is over. I could possibly do 2 nurse's as I have another bedroom on the second floor with a private bath. I have to think about that. When the nurse I have now kewvesi will definitely look for a replacements. I just enjoyed your v,og and look forward to more of them for my own personal knowledge Thank you. Dan
Hi Dan. Thank you for sharing your story. I'm happy you have had a wonderful traveler staying with you. I hope you continue to have positive experiences moving forward. Thank you for your support of my channel.
Thank you for producing this video. It is very informative and well done. Quick question- do you know if the TEMPORARY licensing in MA and IL are still in effect? Please advise- thanks so much for your help.
I'm thinking you're referring to the COVID emergency license in MA and IL? If so, mine have both expired as of last year and I was notified via email by each BON on their expiration without renewal. IL *may* still be accepting temp covid licenses though, but I'm not entirely certain. I did find the link here though so you can check if this is still an option idfpr.illinois.gov/Renewals/Apply/Forms/F2398.pdf
You look happiest in the Figs. They fit you perfect! Jannuu is the one I wear all the time in the spinyrx fabric. I live in the 4 pocket v neck. It's super stretchy and just looks so good. And I love the yoga scrub pant. not the boot cut one. If you get a chance to try that fabric its way different than the fuseryx one that i think you got. Anyway I love the color on you, they just look maybe one size too big! I wish I could wear lots of fun scrub colors but I'm only allowed to wear navy blue. anyway thanks for the fun video!
Hello- thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge with us. I have 2 years ENT OR experience. Never done general. I scrub and circulate. I am very comfortable in the ENT OR. I also my have 17 years as an LD RN where I scrubbed as well on c sections, both scheduled and emergencies. I have traveled as LD RN before but now want to travel in the OR. Am I bitting off more than I chew here? Thanks!
Hi there! No, I don't think you're biting off more than you can chew, as long as you take contracts specific to your experience! I wouldn't recommend general OR contracts, unless you know you're comfortable and competent. The hiring facility won't take you on a general contract anyway. Just do what you know and you'll be just fine! Thank you for your support of my channel :)
@@donna6188 oohh okay, I just haven't seen it written that way, my apologies. No, you shouldn't need to redo fingerprints for that. It's simply checking a box on whether you want single state or multistate on the initial or renewal. Glad you got it done though!
I'd recommend Emerald Health Services or Fastaff to start with. I'm happy to send you recruiter referrals if you send me an email travelnursecayla@gmail.com
