The first day of your assignment has finally arrived. You’ve traveled to your new temporary home, unpacked and explored for a day or two. During those first days in a new city, it’s important you map out how to get to the hospital. Look at traffic patterns when you anticipate you’ll be driving to work.

Traveling is fun and full of adventure. It is even more so when you have things from home that keep you comfortable and prepared. Living as a traveler means your sort of in limbo between being a permanent resident and a traveler. Having all the comforts of home would be ideal but unrealistic. However, there is a happy medium. 

When you spend hours on your feet, it's more likely you'll develop work-related musculoskeletal challenges. As nurses, you don't often get a chance to rest from standing and walking every shift. That's why it's so important to have a plan to keep your feet and legs in the best shape possible and prevent the development of sores, bunions, and calluses.

Our goal at GetMed Staffing is to offer our travelers professional and personalized expertise from some of the best recruiters in the business. We take the time to get to know you so we can offer the best support and service throughout your assignment. We’d like you to get to know Emily, one of our expert recruiters.

Traveling is an adventure. You have the opportunity to see new places, meet new people, and enjoy diverse culinary eats native to your new temporary home. But if you aren’t getting the right sleep, you won’t get to enjoy exploring all that your new location has to offer.

Here are tips to help you thrive on your night shift schedule.