General Questions

1. What is the typical duration of travel nursing assignments?
Most travel nursing assignments are 13 weeks long; however, shorter and longer nursing jobs may be available at particular facilities.

2. Do I have to sign a one year contract?
No. Your contractual commitment is only for one assignment at a time. While on assignment, you can decide if you would like to extend your current assignment, accept a different assignment, take a permanent position or simply take some time off. The choice is always yours.

3. Where are your assignments located?
We have assignments available in all 50 states at all types of healthcare facilities, ranging from the largest and most well known teaching hospitals in the country to small clinics in rural areas.

4. Will I work full-time while on an assignment?
Our travel or contract assignments are almost always contracted for full-time (36 or 40 hour work weeks). Our per diem assignments are offered on a shift basis.

5. What are the minimum requirements to become a Traveler?
Minimum requirements may vary slightly depending on your profession. For most professions, one year of recent hospital based experience in your specialty is required. Verifiable good references and a valid professional practice license are also required.

6. If a friend and I want to travel together, is it feasible to obtain assignments in the same city?
Because we have so many assignments available, traveling with a friend is no problem. We have many travel partners who travel together and work at the same facility or different facilities in the same city.

7. Can I bring family members, friends or my pets with me when I travel to assignments?
Of course! We understand and supports our Travelers' desire to have family, friends and even pets!

8. How long will the process take to be approved and choose an assignment?
The timetable depends on you and how quickly YOU want to move forward. If you have all the required documentation at your fingertips we can begin reviewing assignments with you immediately upon our receipt of your application. Depending on where you choose to go, you could begin work within a few days or a few weeks. Some of our Travelers even set up assignments 4 or 5 months in advance. It is really never too early or too late.

9. What are the attributes of a successful Traveler?
Flexibility. Adaptability. Highly competent clinically. A spirit for adventure!

Compensation & Benefits

1. What can I expect my wages to be for travel assignments?
Pay rates are set individually for each Client facility and, therefore, they will probably be different for each assignment location. Here are some initial guidelines:

• RN pay rates usually range between $18 and $30 per hour.
  
• Surgical Technologist pay rates usually range between $12 and $23 per hour.
  
• Respiratory Therapist pay rates usually range between $12 and $23 per hour.
  
• LPN pay rates usually range between $11 and $22 per hour.

2. Are cash bonuses paid at any assignments?
Yes. Travel assignments offer cash bonuses ranging from $500 to $2500. These incentives, usually offered as Completion Bonuses, are paid at the end of your assignment.

3. What benefits will I receive while working with TLC?
Free group medical, dental and life insurance. Free deluxe housing on nearly all travel assignments. Travel reimbursement, licensure and certification reimbursement, and more.

4. If I refer a friend to TLC, am I eligible for a referral bonus?
Absolutely. In fact, more healthcare professionals come to TLC Nursing Services through referrals from their friends and co-workers than from any other source. Our referral program provides you with an easy way of making referrals and earning $250 for each.

5. Can I add my spouse or dependents to the health insurance plan?
Yes, you may add dependents to our group plan. You simply complete the enrollment paperwork and pay the monthly premium. (Remember, coverage for you is FREE.)

Travel Expenses

1. How is my travel reimbursement calculated?
For the majority of travel assignments a travel reimbursement is paid to Travelers directly byTLC. Occasionally your travel reimbursement may be paid to you directly by the Client facility. Travel reimbursement is usually paid at a rate of 20 cents per mile with a one-way or roundtrip cap.

Housing

1. What type of housing accommodations can I expect?
We provide the best location for each individual assignment. Unless you request your own private apartment, Travelers typically share a two bedroom two bathroom apartment or condominium with another Traveler. Apartments/condos are always fully furnished and normally we set up and pay for all utilities. Occasionally, if the healthcare facility owns a house or apartment building, you may stay in hospital provided housing. You also usually have the option of receiving a monthly rent stipend (called a housing subsidy) and handling your own arrangements.

2. If I take my pet on assignment with me, will I incur extra housing costs?
If you travel with another Traveler who is agreeable to living with your pet, you can take free shared housing; otherwise, you may need to opt for your own private apartment, for which you would pay a reasonable charge dictated by housing costs in the specific area of the assignment. Some apartment complexes also require payment of a pet deposit.

3. If I choose to stay with family or friends while on assignment, can I still receive a monthly housing stipend?
How much would this be? Yes, whether you rent your own apartment or stay with a relative, you will still receive a monthly housing subsidy in lieu of staying in our provided housing. The amount varies for each assignment and can range between $400 and $1300 per month.