There are many challenges involved with being a nurse working NOC shifts. They can be difficult to maintain if you aren’t getting enough sleep, eating right, and staying active – taking away from patient care. However, there are ways to lead a healthy lifestyle if you’re working nights. Here are some tips for nurses working NOC shifts. Maintain a Regular … Read More
Call for Nominations: Core Value Awards 2021
Have you worked with an Actriv clinician who provides an excellent patient experience while setting a great example for integrity, service, compassion, and respect? Now is the time to nominate them for Actriv Healthcare’s 2021 Core Value Awards! We welcome stories of your experiences with Actrivians who: Strive for the highest quality patient experience regardless of individual role Receive positive … Read More
8 Holiday Gifts for Healthcare Workers
Here we are in the first week of December already! If the holiday season has snuck up on you, you may be starting to panic about what to gift your loved ones. While we can’t speak for everyone on your list, we do have some insights to help with shopping for the healthcare workers in your life. We hope you … Read More
Crisis Contracts for Travel Nurses
Travel nurses are in demand now due to the ongoing pandemic. Recently, we highlighted which states consistently request travel nurses, how nurses can work in different states, and the pay travel nurses receive as a result of the demand. This is a time to succeed for travel nurses. But before accepting a travel assignment, consider what to look out for. … Read More
Choosing a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DPN) degree was first introduced in 2004. Its primary focus is to offer a doctorate level of clinical preparedness. But what does it really offer a nurse over other advanced degrees such as the Master of Science in Nursing? Here’s an overview of what a DNP offers, why nurses get one, and the benefits of … Read More
Travel Nurses In Demand
A travel nurse’s job is to fill the gaps in care in hospitals across the country for anywhere from days to a few months. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues on, travel nurses are in demand more than ever. If you’re thinking about becoming a travel nurse, this article provides an overview of why the demand for travel nurses increases and … Read More
The Benefits of Getting a Nursing Certification
Becoming a nurse and gaining related experience working in the field requires a lot of time and dedication. Obtaining a nursing certification on top of this is something that may not appeal to some nurses. But getting a nurse certification does have its benefits. This post offers an overview of what a certification can do for a registered nurse’s career. … Read More
Why You Should Get Your Master of Science in Nursing
Having credentials in addition to your RN license can prove to be beneficial for those in certain specialties or if you’re working as a travel nurse. One credential to consider is a Master of Science in Nursing or MSN. More positions are starting to require it or another advanced degree. This article talks about how and why you should get … Read More
Resume Tips for Travel Nurses
Creating a travel nurse resume is essential for getting the job assignments that you really want. But actually putting together the resume is a challenge in itself. Here are some resume tips for travel nurses to keep in mind. These tips can also apply to other types of nurse resumes too. Introduce Yourself Recruiters and hiring managers are looking to … Read More
Why You Should Take A Per Diem Assignment
Per diem nurses work by the day. Because of this, taking per diem assignments can give nurses flexibility and pay well. Sometimes a nurse will work for a hospital and work for an agency the next day. Working as a per diem nurse can be a challenge since it requires the nurse to work with different staff often. But it … Read More