Registered Nurse Telemetry

Travel Nurse Opportunity in Alexandria, LA

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

This opportunity is also a good fit for nurses looking for positions close to Libuse, Pineville, Ball, Tioga, or Woodworth.

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

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

Get Prepared For The Steps In The Process

Before starting your first travel assignment, some preparation is needed. Ensure your RN license is up to date, if necessary, 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 you are interested in, 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, required skills, etc.

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, may take over a month to process. Many other states will quickly process RN license applications, often in a few days. Some states allow you to obtain an RN license in one day by going directly to the state nursing board.

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 states as members. 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. There are experts who are knowledgeable in RN licensing procedures who will help you.

Your Area Of Expertise

Each facility maintains its own policy, but normally you need a year or more of solid 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. However, some specialties, such as psychiatric Registered Nurse and cardiac ICU, require over two years of experience.

Versatility

Along with your skills and experience, flexibility is vital. This trait is crucial for being 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 in most cases, three references will be 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. Once you decide to accept a job, we will help you with any additional details such as immunizations and drug testing.