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This time of year always brings the question of whether a summer travel assignment is a good idea. We’re here to say you can be a travel nurse anytime, but the summer offers weather, sightseeing, and events that only happen in the coming months.

Think about where you’d love to work for the summer. You can work and play for 13 weeks on a contract. Summer contracts are starting now so if the demand is high, you may be able to extend a contract. Keep in contact with your recruiter so they know what you’re willing and able to do over the next few months.

Summer Travel Assignment

Interestingly, there is higher demand in the summer for travel nurses in cooler places like Connecticut and Massachusetts. This is because people tend to be concentrated in cooler areas in the summer, leaving the Southwest heat for New England, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest states.

Check the AB Staffing Job Board to see the opportunities in the places you’d like to work.

We also know where there is higher demand, there is greater earning power, especially for ICU, Med/Surg, Emergency Room, and Labor and Delivery nurses. If you’re looking to expand your skills and experience, summer is a great opportunity to do that. Take a chance. Work where you’ve always wanted to work and experience the culture of a new place.

People like to take risks in the summer. We can understand they’ve been cooped up and want to get outside and see friends. They take more risks with their motorcycles and bicycles. Pools are open. Grills, trampolines, and alcohol don’t make for good combinations, causing accidents and trips to the ER.

Music festivals, farmers markets, camping and hiking, bicycle riding, amusement parks, and spending time at the beach are all great ways to spend your days off a summer travel assignment. Of course, the museums and art galleries are also open, and air-conditioned, if the weather gets too hot and humid. Don’t worry, those sticky days don’t last forever, and you will be able to head back outside.

For nurses like you, it’s a time to learn new skills and gain experience you may not get if you stayed where you are now. Gain on the job experience as well the possibility of continuing education as well.

Summer Challenges

Travel nursing in the summer isn’t always a good fit. Before signing a contract, consider the following:

  • Can you manage in the high heat and humidity?
  • Would an assignment in hot, dry Arizona be good for you?
  • Can your spouse travel with you for a 13-week assignment?
  • Are the kids out of school for the entirety of the contract?
  • Do you have summer obligations that could preclude you from working?

 

These are important questions to ask yourself and your family. It’s an idyllic thought to spend the summer in Cape Cod but is it practical? Maybe, but maybe not.

As we’ve said, the summer is a busier time for ERs because of accidents which means you may be working more than anticipated. This may be considered a pro for taking a summer travel assignment or you may prefer to stay where you are to enjoy summer on a schedule that is more familiar to you.

If you’re ready for an adventure, we’d love to chat with you.

Next Steps for Summer Travel Assignment

Now is the time to talk to your recruiter about a summer travel assignment. They are your point of contact before, during, and after each assignment. Ask questions and make sure you understand the availability of housing, whether you can take pets, if family can come with you, etc. We want to be sure the assignment is a good fit.

Summer lasts for three months which is a perfect match for 13-week travel assignments, especially in areas of higher demand. It’s also a chance to experience a new place for the hottest season of the year. Always wanted to experience the Fourth of July in the historic Northeast? This is a great opportunity! Pick a few places where you’d like to visit and let’s see what’s available.

Contact us today to learn more!

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