Registered Nurse MedSurg

Travel Nurse Opportunity in Tuba City, AZ

We desire a Registered Nurse with Med Surg skills for a travel assignment in Tuba City, AZ. This position requires travel, and compensation will cover travel expenses and is higher than local assignments. Our client seeks experienced nurses to start quickly, so we need qualified nurses to begin the electronic on-boarding process.

Travel nursing offers adventure, freedom of choice, and flexibility. Nurses can select facilities and locations they prefer and work in prestigious facilities. Many nurses seek a quality lifestyle, and the ability to choose is important. To a great extent, travel nurses have control over their schedules. Many of our travelers have been in travel nursing for over 10 years and plan to continue.

Get Prepared For The Steps In The Process

Before starting your first travel assignment, ensure your RN license is up to date, if needed, and have complete immunization and physical examination records. Your CV should highlight your nursing skills and experience, and you should have several references who can vouch for you.

When you identify assignments of interest, your recruiter will submit you for them and prepare you for the interview process. During the interview, inquire about important aspects such as scheduling, patient to nurse ratios, and required skills.

State Licensing Requirements

Getting an RN license in a particular state can start before having an assignment lined up. If you are considering working in certain states, you can begin the licensure process beforehand. Some states, like California, New Jersey, and New York, take over a month to process. Many other states process RN license applications quickly, often in a few days. Some states allow you to obtain your RN license in one day by visiting the state nursing board directly.

The process of getting an RN license is easier if you have a license in a state that is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, which has 25 member states. This compact allows nurses to practice in any of the 25 compact states. Your recruiter will assist you in obtaining a license in your chosen state. Experts knowledgeable in RN licensing procedures will help you.

Your Area Of Expertise

Each facility has its own policy, but generally, you need a year or more of experience in your area of specialization to be considered. Even though requirements vary between facilities, you can start applying for travel positions once you have a year of continuous experience. Some specialties, such as psychiatric Registered Nurse and cardiac ICU, require over 2 years of experience.

Versatility

Along with your skills and experience, flexibility is vital for a successful travel nurse. You should be open to various hospital policies, procedures, and locations to gain additional skills as part of your travel experience. Even if your first choice was an assignment in Hawaii, don’t let a great opportunity in a different location pass you by. Most contracts are for 13 weeks, making it easy to try several cities within a one-year timeframe.

Job References and Skills Checklist

A crucial part of your application is your set of clinical references. Make sure they are readily available before applying for a job. References are needed to confirm your clinical skills, and three references are usually sufficient. A travel nurse will typically be required to fill out a skills checklist along with their references.

After addressing your references and skills set, we can start seeking contracts that match your requirements. When you decide to accept a job, we will help you with any additional details such as immunizations and drug testing.