Registered Nurse MedSurg

Travel Nurse Opportunity In Arlington, TX

We desire a Registered Nurse with MedSurg skills for a travel assignment in Arlington, TX. 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 our electronic on-boarding process.

This opportunity is also suitable for nurses near Grand Prairie, Kennedale, or Mansfield. Travel nursing offers adventure, freedom of choice, and flexibility. Nurses can select preferred facilities and locations and work in prestigious places. Many nurses choose travel nursing for a quality lifestyle and control over their schedules.

If you seek a good salary, schedule choices, and exciting locations, a travel career may be right for you. Here are the steps to get started:

Get Prepared For The Steps In The Process

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

When you find assignments of interest, your recruiter will submit you for them, and you can prepare for the interview process. During the interview, ask about important factors like scheduling, patient to nurse ratios, and required skills.

State Licensing Requirements

You can start the RN licensing process in states where you plan to work, even before securing an assignment. Some states, like California, New Jersey, and New York, take over a month to process licenses, while others process them quickly. Some states allow you to obtain a license in one day by visiting the state nursing board directly.

Being part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, which includes 25 states, makes the process easier as nurses can practice in any of these states. Your recruiter will assist you in obtaining a license in your chosen state.

Your Area Of Expertise

Facilities have their own policies, but typically, a year or more of experience in your specialization is needed. While requirements vary, you can apply for travel positions after a year of continuous experience. Some specialties, like psychiatric RN and cardiac ICU, require over two years of experience.

Versatility

Flexibility is crucial for a successful travel nurse. You should be open to various hospital policies, procedures, and locations to gain additional skills during your travel experience. Even if your first choice was an assignment in Hawaii, dont miss out on opportunities in other locations. Most contracts are for 13 weeks, making it easy to explore several cities within a year.

Job References and Skills Checklist

A key part of your application is your set of clinical references. Ensure they are available to confirm your clinical skills; three references are usually sufficient. A travel nurse will also need 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. Once you accept a job, we will help with any additional details like immunizations and drug testing.