As seen in our guide to travel nursing, getting a US nursing license is required in order to become a travel nurse in America. Obtaining your US license consists of multiple steps and can take quite some time, similar to when you applied for your CGFNS visa screen. If you have not yet applied for your…
Are you a Canadian Nurse thinking of travel nursing in the US? As Canadian nurses currently working in the US, Marta and I have learnt a lot of useful tips and tricks to make the transition into the American healthcare system more seamless. Below we will share what we have learnt along the way that…
You have likely seen posts about travel nursing on social media and heard about it amongst fellow nurses. You may be asking yourself if you should embark on the journey of travel nursing. Though it can seem daunting, there are many advantages to becoming a travel nurse. Marta and I have been travel nursing for…
New York City offers a multitude of breakfast restaurants, with new joints opening every week. It can be easy to be overwhelmed by the seemingly endless food options, so I have created a list of 5 breakfast spots to check out in NYC. These are only a few of my favourite breakfast and brunch spots…
Canadian travel insurance is commonly purchased when taking a short trip to the US or overseas. Although this is useful for leisure trips, there are limitations to your coverage if you rely solely on travel insurance while residing in the US. In this article, I outline those restrictions and explain the value of obtaining American…
Before embarking on your first travel assignment in the US, it is important to apply for a Health Card extension. Per the Ministry of Health, you must meet specific requirements to receive this Health Card extension while out of the country. This article outlines those rules and the steps you can take to keep your…
The process for a Canadian to become a travel nurse in the US differs significantly compared to Americans. There are many things to consider when deciding if it is the right fit for you. Below outlines some of those considerations, which will provide insight into the world of travel nursing as a Canadian RN. 1….