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Barry and Donna Padgett have traveled for almost eight years: from Boston to Seattle . . . from Georgia to Alaska. They have produced this concise, no nonsense book based on their experiences, observations, opinions, and discussions with facilities, agencies, and other travelers. It is an “insight” into what it takes to be a successful traveler. There’s no fluff here, it's all meat! Barry and Donna share their knowledge and experience: from deciding if traveling is right for you to all the in’s and out’s involved. Housing issues, benefits, tax advantage programs, contract clauses and negotiation, bill rates, your compensation package, licensing, handling tax issues, understanding per diem rates, international traveling, managing your money, independent contracting, and internet resources are all included. One of the most difficult tasks in traveling is choosing good agencies. An entire chapter is dedicated to this process and helps your career get off to a good start. Chapter 11 takes you step by step from leaving your permanent job through your first assignment and beyond. Special topics such as breaking your contract, working strikes, the future of traveling, and your recruiter: friend or foe, are also included. The reader will no doubt appreciate, and possibly relate to, many of the topics in “The Darker Side of Traveling”. The book also includes 64 pages of full color photos showing some of their adventures along the way. All photos were taken while on assignment, on side trips, or while traveling to or from assignments. The photos alone will make you want to pack your bags (and your camera) and hit the road! All in all, Travel Nurse Insights is destined to become a classic. Featuring quality hardcover binding and offset printing, it's a must for every traveler’s library. |
Mobile, Alabama for over 33 years in various assignments ranging from staff engineer, to project manager of both small and multi-million dollar projects. He participated in several special projects and engineering studies spotlighting his graphical, analytical, and technical writing skills. His unique talent has carried over to produce this concise and to-the-point book on travel nursing. Donna E. Padgett received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree in 1980. She began as a staff nurse in the Emergency Department at Providence Hospital in Mobile, Alabama. In 1990 she transferred to the Cardiovascular Lab, became the Lab Supervisor in 1995, and then Director of Cardiology in 1996. Donna decided to begin a new career as a travel nurse in 2002. Her unique combination of knowledge and skills makes her invaluable in the Cardiovascular Lab as mentor and trainer to those still developing the required skills. |
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| Book Description |
Copyright 2009 Buffalo Nickel Publishing LLC
| Hardcover Publisher: Buffalo Nickel Publishing LLC Language: English ISBN-13: 978-0-9821149-0-2 Dimensions: 6 in x 9 in x 1 in Pages: 311 total, 64 color photo pages Price: $27.95 |
| About the Authors |