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  Last update: January 1, 2018 For most travelers, the news is OK. It doesn’t impact a decision to be a traveler versus staff. Current compensation schemes by agencies have not changed. So no one’s ...

Last update: Nov 17, 2017 Although the tax reform plans that were recently passed by the House and the Senate could reduce federal income taxes for many Americans, as it currently stands healthcare t...

Fall-off rate is an industry term that, in real English, translates to the number of assignments that fail to be completed for any reason. The commonly accepted industry average fall-off rate is 10 ...

It just never ends. As healthcare travelers we must repeatedly prove our ability to deliver expert patient care at every stop along the road. Our accumulated clinical experience, solid references and ...

 In 1980 a nurse traveler could expect to earn up to $11.00 per hour.  Nurses generally stayed in hospital provided housing. Background The 1970's ushered in a persistent nursi...

What is a non-compete clause? A non-compete clause (also called a do-not-compete agreement, or more whimsically a faithless servant doctrine) in an employment contract is a hiring restriction.  ...

Unemployment benefits for travelers? It may come as a surprise that travelers are eligible for unemployment at the end of every completed contract and in certain other circumstances. This is true...

Overtime Rate Negotiation  This is an interesting subject. Most travelers are surprised to learn that overtime is something that can be negotiated like any other item. Here are some exampl...

What you need to take on an assignment depends on your type of housing. Obviously, if you will be housed in an extended stay or corporate housing where all linens and kitchen ware is supplied, ...

How to Negotiate a Travel Contract Key points in this article: Negotiation is a part of life. You are already good at it! Negotiation results in happier travelers and agencies: win-win....