Home care with Travel ?

[nosneb920]

I am new to homecare and the family I am working for has asked me to travel with them to care for the patient out of state. Has anyone else done this, do I have to worry about my license in a different state just for a couple days? I do not have a compact state license.

[jayne1975]

I would look to your specific state's nurse practice act regarding anything that may be an issue. I know in areas near state borders a nursing license allows you to transport patients across state lines, etc. and providing private-duty nursing care for a traveling patient would probably be covered depending on the length of the trip (ie: a 'trip' longer than 30 days may be an issue depending on your state). I would also look at the specific nurse practice act of the location where you will be going on your trip to make sure you are aware of any changes from the one in your current state.

If it is something you can't answer, I would talk to the family and see if they would reimburse or pay your expenses to obtain a license in the state where you are going.

[honitel]

I would look to your specific state's nurse practice act regarding anything that may be an issue. I know in areas near state borders a nursing license allows you to transport patients across state lines, etc. and providing private-duty nursing care for a traveling patient would probably be covered depending on the length of the trip (ie: a 'trip' longer than 30 days may be an issue depending on your state). I would also look at the specific nurse practice act of the location where you will be going on your trip to make sure you are aware of any changes from the one in your current state.

If it is something you can't answer, I would talk to the family and see if they would reimburse or pay your expenses to obtain a license in the state where you are going.

jayne pinpoint the idea. Well, if the family will assure you that they will pay the expense of your license then that's no problem at all!

[RAHULSETIA007]

Hey,

I read your your problem dear...you can travel easily there is nothing any kind of problem happening out there. go ahead ....

[medicaltransportflorida]

Yes, You must have a license with you otherwise you will be in trouble in your travel. or without license you can not enjoy your travel.

[NURSEDETROIT]

In Travel Nursing there are many avenues to take; i.e., areas to work. Also, there are just as many agencies out there. Many present and represent themselves as "Professional and Reputable." The problems do occur and exist when "amateurs pose as professionals." Keep in mind, "the recruiters are sales people," they are selling you a "product." In most cases, they are NOT nurses; thus have "no clue" when any issues arise in a given assignment. Their concern is for the "client," which is the institution, not necessarily "you" the nurse. Do your "Due Diligence" and investigate any given agency you may choose to do business with. Request to see, be provided with a copy of a blank contract; then review the contract (therein lies the truth) before you actually sign anyone's dotted line. If the agency hedges or fails to provide you with a copy of the intended contract, typically they are hiding something. Agencies are NOT all the same.

For those who do choose to pursue this type of employment; the experiences can be great; however, can also be equally as bad. There are many resources available to do research before "hitting the road." Online resources (TravelNurseCentral.com) rates both institutions and agencies. In guidebook form; one of the most comprehensive books on the subject of travel nursing is entitled: "Travel Nurse Insights--A Window into the world of Travel Nursing." The authors: Barry and Donna Padgett. This book is available on Amazon.com. Check it out; forewarned is forearmed; beware of the pitfalls that also exist.

So far as licensure is concerned; the agency for whom you work for "should" help in setting you up. They should reimburse the cost involved as well; if not, seek another agency. Most states offer "reciprocity," i.e., one state recognizes the validity of another states license. To further facilitate this, some states now have now instituted "Compact Licensure." Google the term, you will find further information that will explain this in detail for you. Have fun and good luck!