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The Nurse Licensure Compact: Who Benefits Most From Multistate Licenses?

Nurse.com

The Nurse Licensure Compact ( NLC ) is legislation that allows nurses to have one license to practice in multiple states, which seems like it would be more than helpful in states and regions experiencing a nursing shortage due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors. Yet, not all 50 states belong to the NLC.

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How To Start Your Travel Nurse Career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Gypsy Nurse

Licensed practical nurses (LPNs), also known in California and Texas as licensed vocational nurses (LVNs), are instrumental members of a healthcare team. Here’s how to get your travel nursing career started as a licensed practical nurse. Fusion Medical Staffing provided this article.

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Travel Nurse Licensure and Credentialing: What You Need to Know

The Gypsy Nurse

Travel nurses have the freedom to choose where they want to work and live, yet crossing state lines to practice can complicate the nurse licensing process. Nurse licensing and credentialing are critical to the travel nursing profession, and the process can be complex.

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Navigating Credentialing for Travel Nursing

The Gypsy Nurse

Travel nursing is an exciting career choice that offers nurses the opportunity to explore new places, gain diverse clinical experiences, and earn competitive compensation. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the essential steps and considerations for obtaining credentials for travel nursing assignments.

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Apps You Didn’t Know You Needed as a Travel Nurse

The Gypsy Nurse

As a travel nurse, you are constantly on the go. As you head to your next travel nursing assignment, there can be a lot you have to remember to pack. Here is our list of the best apps for travel nurses. AllTrails If you’re a travel nurse who loves to explore the outdoors, you’ll want to download AllTrails.

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“Patient Gossip” When Do Social Media Posts Violate HIPAA

The Gypsy Nurse

Social media platforms are great ways to interact with other travel nurses and make friends with nurses on the other side of the world. For many travel nurses, social media has become a place to “vent” or share experiences. Social media continues to grow.

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8 Must-Haves Every Traveler Should Take on a Travel Assignment

The Gypsy Nurse

Are you about to head out on a travel nurse assignment away from home? Documents Items like a copy of your contract, digitally accessible copies of your immunization records, your nursing license, and your certifications are things you’ll want easily accessible. Small travel blender? Your garlic press? Look ahead.