Have you ever been sitting on your couch wearing your warm cozy sweats, wrapped up in a blanket and thinking about how miserable it sounds to go outside in the cold and get some dinner? Or gas? Or do anything at all for that matter because it’s 10 degrees outside?
Every winter I question why I am still living in the frozen tundra that is the state of Nebraska. Unfortunately with my family deeply rooted here it’s hard for me to make the move to anywhere warm. But not you…not all of you nomadic travelers out there seeing the states, making new friends, experiencing new adventures and having the time of your life. You all have the opportunity to make your escape to the beautiful state of Arizona and experience an oasis in the desert.
Every year snowbirds (northerners who move to a warmer southern state in the winter) make their way to Arizona. This directly affects the census of hospitals in Arizona who in turn need seasonal help from all of you. Hundreds of travel positions become available through the state but more predominantly in Phoenix.
Phoenix boasts some of the best weather in the country during the months of November-March with an average daily temperature of 75 degrees. I think I could handle that in December! Not only does Phoenix offer great weather, but the state offers virtually any activity you may want to do. Whether it be sporting events, the arts, hiking a trail, enjoying the night life, world-class shopping, or enjoying some fine dining (there are some even better tasting hole-in-the-wall options), Phoenix has something for everyone. Add to that being able to ski or snowboard just two hours north in Flagstaff or a trip to the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, or even spending a weekend in Las Vegas (just four hours away), the options are endless for your time in Arizona.
I totally understand for a lot of you taking a contract is not just about the fun you can have but also about the new hospital experiences you encounter, so rest assured Arizona boasts some of the best travel assignments in the country. Facilities count on seasonal travelers each year to help carry the patient load so you can be sure you will have a “traveler-friendly” experience. Arizona is also home to many top-notch hospitals and medical centers including a Mayo Clinic Hospital Campus and The Barrow Neurological Institute, among many others.
So I ask you, why even deal with blustery cold days, icy roads, and inches or feet of snow? Why not treat yourself to a first-class contract at one of the many Arizona hospitals all while enjoying beautiful weather and the picturesque sunsets of the Southwest? Contact me today and I’ll help get you started!
Shane Jisa is a Branch Manager in the Nursing division of Aureus Medical Group.