Local Nursing
Local nursing contracts allow clinicians to work at a nearby facility for a specified time. Nurses in local contracts can stay close to their homes, family, and friends while enjoying the benefits of contract work. Since we offer competitive pay rates, flexible schedules, and valuable experiences, local nursing is a popular option for Gifted Healthcare nurses.
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Myth
Local nursing contracts pay less than travel nursing contracts.
Fact
Local nursing jobs may not include a travel stipend, but local contracts offer higher hourly pay on average.
Also, local contracts do not require housing or transportation expenses, saving you money.
Myth
Local nursing contracts pay less than travel nursing contracts.
Fact
Local nursing jobs may not include a travel stipend, but local contracts offer higher hourly pay on average.
Also, local contracts do not require housing or transportation expenses, saving you money.
Myth
Local nursing contracts are less exciting than travel nursing contracts.
Fact
Local nursing jobs can provide challenges and rewards for nurses who desire to develop their skills, knowledge, and experience.
Since we work with facilities that have a variety of settings and needs, local nursing contracts can introduce nurses to different kinds of patients, procedures, technologies, and protocols.
Myth
Local nursing contracts are less exciting than travel nursing contracts.
Fact
Local nursing jobs can provide challenges and rewards for nurses who desire to develop their skills, knowledge, and experience.
Since we work with facilities that have a variety of settings and needs, local nursing contracts can introduce nurses to different kinds of patients, procedures, technologies, and protocols.
Myth
Local nursing jobs are less professional than travel nursing jobs.
Fact
Local nurses demonstrate their competence and integrity by providing quality care to patients since they adhere to the same standards and expectations of professionalism and ethics as travel nurses.
Myth
Local nursing jobs are less professional than travel nursing jobs.
Fact
Local nurses demonstrate their competence and integrity by providing quality care to patients since they adhere to the same standards and expectations of professionalism and ethics as travel nurses.
Local Nursing FAQ
Local jobs provide you with a consistent routine and lifestyle while working where you live. Local contracts offer more stability and ease.
As a local nurse, you don’t have to worry about finding a new assignment every few weeks, dealing with licensing and credentialing issues, or adapting to a new environment and culture.
On assignment, you have the opportunity to bond with your coworkers, patients, and community, as well as enhance your skills and resume with valuable experience and references.
Local nursing assignments can range from a few weeks to several months. Generally, the length of a contract depends on the facility’s needs and your availability. Most contracts are 13 weeks long, and many will offer the option to extend your assignment beyond the initial agreement.
Some facilities provide a comprehensive orientation that covers the policies, procedures, equipment, documentation, and culture of the facility. Other facilities provide a brief orientation that focuses on the essential aspects of your role.
Your Gifted Healthcare recruiter will review the expectations and requirements for orientation with you before starting your assignment.
Gifted Healthcare provides information, resources, and assistance to help you complete your assignments. We also handle any issues or concerns you may have regarding your contract, pay, benefits, or performance.
Your facility staff provides you with guidance, feedback, and collaboration to help you deliver quality care to your patients. They also monitor and evaluate your performance and compliance with the facility's standards and expectations.
You can get started with Gifted Healthcare by filling out a short online application.
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