Set Yourself Apart in a Competitive Market

Today’s contract employee and direct hire markets are 180 degrees different from the market two years ago. Back then, there were an abundance of jobs and high demand for both contract and full-time staff. Pay was better, benefits were better, and employees had all the leverage. However, the market has shifted drastically over the past couple years.

Preparing for your Next Assignment

No matter how many assignments you’ve worked, it can be a nerve wrecking experience when you arrive on your first day. Make sure to do as much as possible to prepare for your first few days. Here are a few suggestions that will help you prepare for a new assignment

Social Media DOs and DON’Ts

Everyone seems to be on Facebook, Twitter, or one of the many other social networking sites out there. These are great ways to keep in touch with friends and family. But in this age of “sharing” on these sites, some may overshare! This could cause problems when searching for a new assignment or a full-time position. According to a 2009 CareerBuilder survey, 45% of employers screen job seekers through social media.

Plan Ahead for Future Assignments

Enjoying the sunshine and dreading the cold this winter?? Let us be your solution to keeping you in that beautiful sunshine year round!

This is the perfect time to start planning and thinking about your fall/winter travel destination for your next assignment! In order to be prepared by having the required license and certifications and being available for when our seasonal winter needs become available, now is the time to start talking with your recruiter about where you are interested in going.

4th of July Safety

As healthcare workers, you know that the 4th of July brings in more injuries than usual with fireworks being the culprit. Several people die and many thousands more are injured each year in fireworks related accidents. Most injuries are to the hands, fingers, face and eyes. Keep yourself safe by preventing fireworks injuries. Don’t become a patient at your own facility!

Standing Out in a Competitive Job Market

As a contract or direct hire employee, you find yourself in a competitive job market as there are more and more people seeking the same positions. There are still plenty of jobs to be found! Companies are still hiring and job seekers are landing jobs each and every day. So, what can you do to separate yourself from the other employees you are competing with?

Researching Your New Location

Assignments, whatever length they may be, go by faster than you think. Before you know it, the assignment is over and you may not have been able to see all that the area has to offer. We want to make sure you take the time and explore the region you are in. Your Account Manager should be able to help you research the area and find out some of the hidden gems.

Prepare for Hazardous Weather on the Road

As evident by the recent weather in some southern states (flooding and tornadoes), not only does Mother Nature send us wonderful spring months to enjoy, she sometimes sends along hazardous weather with them.  Whether you’re a brand new traveler out on your first adventure or a seasoned professional who has been around this country many [...]

Spring Cleaning for a Healthy Body

It’s that time of year. The snow (and there’s a lot!) is starting to melt and give way to spring showers and May flowers. This time of year always brings thoughts of what we each need to do to ready our homes for the spring and summer. Long lists encompassing tedious chores such as packing away the winter clothes to washing windows and screens tend to take the majority of our free time. However, it’s easy to forget about some of the most important spring cleaning that needs to be done.

Getting Along with Coworkers

As a traveling healthcare professional, you will work with a variety of people at each location. Most of us spend more time with our coworkers than our own families. Because of this we must learn how to deal with coworkers in the appropriate manner. Getting along with coworkers is just as important as getting along with the boss. And because there are usually so many more coworkers than supervisors, it requires additional effort. However, it is usually just a matter of tolerance, respect, and courtesy.