Today, NurseFly is changing its name to Vivian Health. We’re taking this leap because our vision goes beyond travel nursing. We want to make all kinds of healthcare jobs— permanent positions, per-diem, local contracts, and yes, travel jobs—work for all kinds of healthcare workers and the people who hire them. Healthcare professionals deserve better. In…
One-Year In: What’s Next for America’s Healthcare Workers
One year after COVID-19 ravaged our society and healthcare system, we surveyed our network of resilient healthcare professionals who have faced the pandemic head-on to see how they feel about the state of healthcare today. What we found was that while the virus may finally be slowing down and our healthcare facilities are returning back…
Top 5 Locations to Work in Healthcare
Working as a healthcare worker can literally take you anywhere you want in this country. So, why not explore a new location? Nursing can be a flexible career, with the ability to change specialties and work environments there are plenty of options to choose where your career takes you. Below are some hotspots for healthcare…
Perfecting Your Nursing Resume
The format of resumes has changed over the years and it may be time to revamp your nursing resume. Below we will outline dos and don’ts of resume building, as well as what should or should not be included. We also have some great tips for word choices and how to make your resume stand…
California, ‘The Golden State’: Location Guide
California is one of, if not THE most popular state for nurses to seek employment. Good pay, fair patient ratios with lots of resources, and an innumerable number of options for adventure and sunshine attract nurses from all over the country. It is also a great place to start your travel nursing career, as many…
Self Care for Nurses During a Pandemic (and every day!)
Did you know the number one career path known to cause burnout is medicine? Yes – and this includes nurses. Being a hero on the front lines is noble and sounds glamorous, but this work is NOT for the faint of heart! In fact, according to Forbes, 33% of nurses in the US are burned…
U.S. Virgin Islands: Location Guide
The island of St. Thomas, in the U.S. Virgin Islands (U.S.V.I.), is a haven for turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and water sports of all kinds. The weather borders on perfect with mild temps year round, and an ocean breeze that keeps you cool at night. St. Thomas is also a hot spot for travel nurses!…
Nurse of the Week: Erika
We are so excited to share that @erikamillett01 is our Nurse of the Week! “Hi friends! 💕 My name is Erika, and I have been a Registered Nurse for 3 years. I have been working in a Preop/PACU setting for all 3 years but decided to do travel nursing a little over a year ago.” View…
Why Nurses are Going Back to Permanent Staff Jobs
I recently wrote a post about the decreasing rates that are following the decreasing COVID hospitalization numbers. During the pandemic, the market was saturated with travel nurses. Both experienced and new to the travel industry nurses have been chasing those high paying contracts for over a year now. We’ve seen COVID strike in waves, but…
What Are ‘Local Agency’ Travel Nurse Contracts?
Travel nurses sometimes ‘travel’ not far from home. Some nurses work as ‘local agency’ nurses, and this can mean a few different things. Both pay well and usually offer a variety of work settings. Local agency nurses usually work full time, but there may be some that work per diem within a specific healthcare system….
What is Per Diem Nursing?
Per diem, also known as prn nursing, is a special type of nursing that allows for a lot of flexibility, but lacks some of the benefits of permanent staff nursing. Per diem nurses work as needed (prn). The nurse is usually considered ‘staff’ at the facility, not as a contract or travel nurse. Depending on…
Travel Nurse FAQ
Answers to the most frequently asked questions when it comes to travel nursing. How does Vivian work? Vivian is not a travel nurse agency, but a marketplace for healthcare professionals to browse with pay transparency. To check out available positions, click “Browse Jobs” on our site. There are filters on the left side of the…
Florida, ‘The Sunshine State’: Location Guide
Florida is one of the most popular states for people to want to live. The year-round warm weather, abundance of jobs, and large list of attractions makes it easy to see why nurses are flocking to Florida. It’s not just for the snowbirds! There are tons of things to do in Florida. Top Locations to…
Nurse of the Week: Lucy
Our nurse of the week goes to @daintylucy who started travel nursing in 2020. View this post on Instagram A post shared by NurseFly (@nursefly) “Hello, friends! I’m Lucy! It is such a blessing to be a nurse – to be someone’s hero, to celebrate recoveries & to make an impact in a person’s life….
Nurse of the Week: Daisy
Happy Thursday! @daisydukes987 is our AMAZING nurse nurse of the week. View this post on Instagram A post shared by NurseFly (@nursefly) “My name is Daisy and I am a Travel Labor and Delivery RN originally from Queens, NYC but currently in Los Angeles, CA. I have been a nurse for 5 years and love…
Nurse of the Week: Julianne
We are so excited to share that @roaming.rn is our nurse of the week! Julianne has been an ICU nurse for 6 years and has been travel nursing for over three of them. She is originally a New Englander, but has utilized travel nursing to explore California, Colorado and Utah. View this post on Instagram …
Why do Travel Nurses Need One Year of Experience?
Travel nursing is an amazing career that many nurses aspire towards. Even before the pandemic and the high paying contracts, a lot of nurses were allured by the opportunity to see new places while making more money than they would as a staff nurse. There is more interest now than ever in travel nursing because…
Travel Nursing Trends and the COVID pandemic: March 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has propelled travel nursing into a wildly new era. In the past year, travel nurses have seen rates sky-rocket as the demand for nurses has brought about the crisis contracts and rapid deployment disaster response assignments. On the other hand, there have also been some tumultuous times for travel nurses during the…
Nurse of the Week: Becky
Congrats to @beckybidlen , our nurse of the week! “I wanted to be a nurse because nurses have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on patient lives every day. I wanted to care for patients in a meaningful way that address physical, emotional and spiritual needs. Patients are often at their most vulnerable point when…
2021: Understanding Travel Nursing Tax Rules
Deciphering the travel nursing pay structure can be complicated. Tax homes, tax-free stipends, hourly wages, bonuses, benefits, housing, and per diem reimbursement are all factors to consider when understanding your travel nursing pay and taxes. 2021 has been a unique year for travel nurses and some pay packages were different from traditional travel nurse pay,…
Webinar Recap: How to Become a Travel Nurse (and Other FAQs)
Travel nursing is a very unique career! And one of the best parts of being a travel nurse is that it can be tailored in a variety of ways in order to fit your lifestyle. So, how does one get started with travel nursing? Become a nurse (ADN/BSN/LPN) Get 1-2 years of experience in your…
Nurse of the Week: Rameela
Happy Thursday! We are so excited to share that @rameela_ is our Nurse of the Week! “My name is Rameela & I am from NYC. When COVID first hit, I was an assistant nurse manager. I was very proud to have held that title but during that time it didn’t feel like I was doing enough. I…
Location Guide: Arizona- The Grand Canyon State
Arizona is best known for being home to the Grand Canyon, one of the nation’s most iconic national landmarks, hence its nickname of the Grand Canyon State. However, it’s also known for its perfect winter weather and stunning geography. This spectacular state features breathtaking desert vistas in the south, fabulous forests and mountain ranges in…
Travel Assignment Pay Package Breakdown
One of the biggest benefits of travel nursing is being able to move around freely and explore the country, often making significantly more money than you would as a staff nurse. Travel nursing pay is often based on demand for nurses, and travel nurses need to decide if you are willing to be flexible with…
Nurse of the week: Dianne
Let’s celebrate! @legendiannedary is our AMAZING nurse of this week! She is an ICU travel nurse currently in Arizona. “Hi friends!! I’m Dianne 👋🏼” “I’m a Medical ICU nurse from Houston, TX 🤟🏻 and you’re catching me during my FIRST contract as an ICU travel nurse! I’m currently working a crisis assignment in Arizona. View…