This year, we challenge you to start looking for your January contract early. Knowing where you will work in the new year gives you peace of mind to enjoy the holiday season, accomplish personal goals, and secure a contract in a high-demand area. Planning can also mean checking off a bucket list location and housing while others are still scrambling.
It’s best to check the AB Staffing Job Board before the holiday season is in full gear. We’re ready to support you on your travel nurse journey.
Start the Year Strong
Plan your new year travel contract early so you can focus on your personal life. Whether it’s a personal trip to see loved ones or completing your to-do list at home, signing the next contract will give you peace of mind. You can budget ahead of time, and feel less stressed around the holidays knowing you have something locked-in already.New Year Travel Contract = Better Travel Contract Selection
Generally, job seekers stop looking during the holidays; those who can set time to find a job or travel nurse contract can get better positions. Popular locations and high-paying assignments fill up quickly. Booking early gives you access to a broader range of options, making you more likely to secure a travel nurse contract in a bucket list geographic area or nursing specialty.
Less Holiday Stress
As with most planning this time of year, you can avoid the last minute scramble to secure a contract. Our recruiters are always here to help you find the contract that is the best fit for you. While we cannot always meet every expectation, we try our best. The more time we have, the more we can research on your behalf. Securing the contract for the new year means you can enjoy time relaxing with family and friends. If they’re looking for gift ideas for you, check out our 2024 Travel Nurse Gift Guide and ease into the season.
High Demand
Travel nurses are in high demand year round and even more during the cold weather.
The trifecta of Covid, RSV, and the flu means more patients and medical professionals are sick. Combined with planned holiday vacations, hospitals are left in need of staffing. Booking these in-demand roles can come with more security and higher pay rates, but you must plan.
Get a Head Start on Licensing and Credentialing
This is often what prevents us from placing a travel nurse on a contract early. By getting ahead of licensing and credentialing, we can make the process smoother and quicker and reduce delays. Having a compact nursing license helps a lot because it transfers to several states and territories. If you’re heading to a state not covered by your current license, you need to ensure you can work there.
Generally, we recommend that all our travelers keep licenses and credentials current and available digitally and send them as soon as requested. This will help you secure contracts faster.
Secure Housing
While securing a contract early is wonderful, you will also need housing. Our housing specialists can help you find and secure comfortable housing near your assignment location. This can be challenging in well-traveled cities like New York or snowbird locations like Arizona, where there are more visitors during the winter. It’s helpful to consider that as you’re planning for the new year.
New Year, New Adventure
If you already have a plan and a new contract for January you’re way ahead of the game! Having something to look forward to will keep you positive and bring change and excitement to your personal and professional life. If you don’t already have anything in place, give us a call and we’d be happy to help you find something.
Search our Job Board and Apply Now for your new year travel contract!
