How long have you been a school nurse? I have been a school nurse going on my 4th year. I decided to become a school nurse to serve the community that invested so much into my education. You see, I am the nurse at my alma mater. We are a rural school. K-12 in one…
Author: Rachel Norton
I have been a critical care nurse since 2007. I grew up in the northeast but enjoy every corner of the country. My passions are people and travel. Travel nursing allows me to meet amazing people and satisfy my wanderlust. I love inspiring other nurses to travel and expand their practice.
What does a School Nurse do?
School nurses are registered nurses who specialize in caring for children of all ages in a school setting. They play a vital role in keeping school-age children healthy and safe while away from home and in the school’s care. Since the first school nurse came on duty in 1902, their primary duties have been treating…
Back to School: Importance of School Nurses during COVID-19
As children across the nation head back to school this fall, nurses within the school systems are playing a more important role than ever. School nurses help assess and maintain the health of school employees and students. During this pandemic, they are responsible for deciding if a child or staff member should remain at school…
Nurse of the Week: Cathy Chao
Our nurse of the week who has been battling on the front lines and is recovering from COVID truly deserves all of the recognition coming her way. Cathy Chao is an ICU nurse in Las Vegas, NV. She has been a nurse specializing in respiratory diseases and sepsis for four years in the Medical ICU….
Top Growth States for Travel Assignments
August has been a great month for travel nurses and there has been a massive increase in the number of jobs available across the country. The top three states with the highest increase in the percentage of travel nurse jobs were Hawaii, Kentucky, and Iowa. Hint : Ensure you complete your NurseFly profile so we can let you know…
Travel Nurse FAQ
Here are the most frequently asked questions when it comes to travel nursing. How do I start travel nursing? Go to NurseFly.com, browse jobs, and click to apply! Getting started is easier than you think! Lucky for you we have a guide to applying for your first travel nursing job! I also wrote an article…
Nurse of the Week: Sara Renwick
Sara Renwick has been a nurse for almost eight years, and has worked as a travel nurse for two years. She works in the Emergency Room and can’t imagine doing anything else. Sara loves the ER because you always see something new and the teamwork is amazing. View this post on Instagram A…
Nurse of the Week: Cherie Doty
NurseFly is proud to honor Cherie Doty as our Nurse of the Week. Cherie is an RN that holds her Bachelor’s degree and is a certified lactation consultant. She specializes in Lactation and Mom/Baby nursing care. Cherie has been a nurse for 10 years and has a passion for helping others. Throughout her nursing career…
Travel Assignment Pay Package Breakdown
One of the biggest benefits of travel nursing is being able to move around freely and explore the country, often making significantly more money than you would as a staff nurse. Travel nursing pay is often based on demand for nurses, and travel nurses need to decide if you are willing to be flexible with…
How to become a travel nurse
Start here to launch your travel nursing career. We’ll take you through each step from getting licensed to starting your first job. ??⚕️ Become an RN and build 1-2 years of experience ? Graduate and pass the NCLEX As you might have guessed, the first big step in your travel nursing journey…
Nurse of the Week: Leah Gnitka
Leah Gnitka has been a nurse for four years, and has been a travel nurse for three years. She works mostly in cardiac step-down and med-surg/tele. Leah was a camp nurse for one summer and has also worked in home health. She started her career in Minnesota and has taken travel nurse assignments in West…
Nurse of the Week: Viki Le
NurseFly wants to celebrate nurses and all of the amazing things that they contribute to our world right now! Meet Viki Le (@vikiphuocle ), our nurse of the week Viki is a travel nurse in the pediatric emergency department and is currently working in Los Angeles. She has been a nurse for six years and…
What are the compact nursing license states?
Update: Indiana is the latest state to enact the eNLC! Legislation is pending in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Vermont! New Jersey is still only partially implementing the eNLC legislation as the state reviews its effectiveness. Now, more than ever, the eNLC stands to have a huge impact on the way nurses can practice across state lines….
Travel Nursing and Licensing
As nurses we are lucky enough to be able to transfer our license from state to state, with associated costs, of course. And if you live in a compact state. you are even luckier because you are able to work in all states that are part of the Enhanced Nursing Licensure Compact without having to…
Travel Nursing and Single State Licenses
This requires the most paperwork and advance planning and the process stresses nurses out. Sometimes it seems like an overwhelming amount of information and required documentation. But if you stay organized and read carefully, you will be licensed in no time! Stay Organized while You Apply for Travel Nurse Licenses As you are applying for…
Travel Nursing Strike Contracts
Working as a travel nurse during strikes has been a lucrative endeavor for RNs for years. These contracts will often pay for the travel nurse to get to the location, accommodations, and transportation to and from the job site. In addition, the rates are usually quite high with past wages reported over $2500/week. These benefits…
COVID-19 RN Licensure Changes – July 2020
Note: Due to the ever-changing needs of the COVID-19 crisis, RN licensure requirements are subject to change if the state revokes an emergency declaration. Please check the NCSBN website or contact the state-specific Board of Nursing for the most accurate information at the time of hire. Healthcare workers have been surviving in short-staffed units for…
Black Americans are twice as likely to die from COVID-19 than White Americans
Racial disparities in #healthcare = a public health crisis. Did you know that Black patients are less likely to receive pain medication and mental health treatment compared to White patients? This week, we asked Black nurses to weigh in on their experience with systemic racism and what needs to be done to eliminate it. We…
What is Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nursing?
ICU nursing is also known as critical care nursing and can serve as a launching point for a nursing career. Many ICU nurses go on to become Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), flight nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and specialty nurses in high risk areas that require advanced knowledge of hemodynamics. There are many types of ICUs…
What’s it like to be a travel nurse right now? – A June 2020 guide to travel nursing
In past posts, I’ve discussed why cancellations are occurring and how coronavirus has affected travel nursing (mostly related to the lack of revenue in hospitals right now/the economic crisis), and what travel nurses can do to avoid contract cancellations. In this post, I want to discuss what nurses can do to enhance the chances of…
What is Medical Surgical ‘Med-Surg’ Nursing?
Medical-surgical, also known as ‘med-surg’, is a nursing specialty that makes up the foundation of nursing. In fact, many sub-specialties of nursing require that you have prior med-surg experience. Med-surg nurses are responsible for taking care of patients with acute medical issues, as well as those requiring surgical intervention, however, the med-surg umbrella term can…
What would you say to other frontline healthcare workers to help boost their resilience?
What would you say to other frontline healthcare workers to help boost their resilience? “Remember why you became a healthcare worker” – Jansen, one of our nurse heroes, shared his message to our community of frontline workers as they battle this pandemic. Share your own message for our healthcare professionals in the comments or simply…
What’s it like to be a travel nurse during COVID19? – May 2020
It’s been a bit since I wrote my last post on COVID-19 and my personal experience. This is partly because I have been hesitant to think and write about work when I am not there. The days are stressful and emotionally taxing, but I think there is a small light starting to shine at the…
National Nurses Week 2020: What’s your biggest fear working on the frontline during COVID-19?
#FromTheFrontLines “My greatest fear is contracting coronavirus at work and bringing it home to my family.” – Amirah, one of the many nurses in our community, shared her biggest fear and greatest hope as a part of our effort to show the reality for many healthcare professionals right now. Now, we want to hear from…
Avoiding Travel Nurse Canceled Contracts
Travel Nursing and Canceled Contracts So, what are travel nurses doing if their contract gets canceled?? I wish the answer was, taking a vacation! But, as we all know that is wholly impossible right now and makes the whole situation a little crappier. Once coronavirus makes it’s exit, I personally will be on the first…
