We’ve all likely heard the quote, “Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.” If you’re like me, you never really thought about the importance of understanding the concept. Recently I was facilitating a group of high school students at a leadership seminar when I heard one of our speakers say, “It’s time to get out of our heads and into our bodies!” Boom. It hit me.
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Travel healthcare, staffing and career insights from Aureus Medical.
GET EXCITED: The Newest PT License Compact Update
For the past six years, members of the APTA and FSBPT have been working to implement the Physical Therapy License Compact. Essentially, the PT compact is an alternative to getting licensed to work in a remote state. It makes the process quicker, easier, and cheaper than traditional licensing.
Continue reading »FAQ Friday: Offer Deadline
Is there a deadline to accept or decline and travel assignment offer? It is important to consider all things before making important decisions, especially when it involves a move to a brand new location for 3 months. The last thing we want is for anyone to feel pressured while making a decision.
Continue reading »7 benefits of traveling: A nurse’s perspective
Traveling nurse, Jody, gives her top seven benefits of traveling for work. After 18 years of traveling, she provides a unique perspective of life on the road.
Continue reading »FAQ Friday: Pros & Cons of Travel Therapy
Q: What are the pros and cons of travel therapy?
A: There are definitely pros and cons to every decision that you make in life. Career choices can impact your life for the good and bad.
Continue reading »Tips to get the most out of phone interviews
During your traveling career, you will participate in phone interviews regularly. These interviews are your opportunity to find out additional details about the assignment and the facility to help you determine if the assignment is a good fit for both parties.
Continue reading »Life After Graduation
About three years ago I wrote a blog about finishing up college in a responsible way. I wrote that blog from the perspective of someone who had been in the workforce for a couple of years and who could afford to bestow some wisdom on some young college students who are going to be aimlessly drifting after graduation.
Continue reading »Agency Housing: How to Make AurHomes YOUR Home
Finding the right housing can make or break any travel assignment. Many travelers prefer to take the housing stipend and choose their own living arrangements, allowing them to find exactly what they’re looking for. But what about those who dread the thought of apartment hunting every three months?
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