How do I become an American Mobile Healthcare traveler? To become an American Mobile Healthcare traveler you will need to complete a 3-step application process. Start by filling out an application, then complete the skills checklists and reference request form. The application can be done online, by fax, or by mail. Once your forms have been received, our expert recruiters will evaluate your qualifications and contact you when assignments match your particular skills and experience. What are the minimum requirements? The minimum experience requirements depend on your area of specialty, the facility, unit and sometimes even the location. The facilities we work with have different requirements and preferences, but the majority request a minimum of 18 months of experience. For some specialties such as Med-Surg, Psych and Rehab, the minimum can be as high as two years, and for LPN/LVN the minimum is typically six years. Is travel nursing a smart choice in a declining economy? Demand for travel nurses continues to grow even in tough economic times. In fact, the current need is so great that salary ranges for travel nurses are at all time highs. When you travel with us, you’ll have the security of knowing that you’ll always have thousands of facility choices in all 50 states, including positions with the top facilities across the country. And when you’re ready to move on to your next assignment, you can always count on us to have a variety of jobs available to you.
As a traveling nurse, you’ll also have the freedom to choose ‘low cost of living’ locations where your earnings potential and purchasing power goes further. Additional benefits such as Guaranteed Pay and increased travel reimbursements have made traveling the perfect solution for many nurses who want to shield their family from tough economic times. Am I under any obligation after submitting my application? No. Your application is simply used as a qualification for you to travel. You can choose to travel now or in the future. Once your application is processed there will be an assignment waiting for you whenever you decide to travel.Are there any fees associated with your services? No, never. Our hospital clients pay for our services.Do I have to commit to a long-term contract? No. Your commitment to American Mobile Healthcare only extends for the length of the assignment you agree to take.Can I travel with my family or pets? Absolutely! It's a great way to explore the country and to share the fun and excitement of your travel experiences. You may incur a modest fee for private housing and, in some instances, a pet deposit. See the housing section for more details.
How much will I earn? Pay rates vary depending on the facility and location, as well as your specialty. But, with American Mobile's new take home pay rates for nurses, you can earn up to 15% more on each paycheck.! Your take home travel nursing pay will include a daily incentive for meals and incidentals, which in turn increases the size of your paycheck. You can now earn more money than ever before when you travel with American Mobile.
In addition to our new take home pay rates for nurses, many hospitals offer generous completion and sign-on bonuses, ranging from $500 to $6,000. For specific pay rate information, and more details on take home pay rates, please contact your recruiter.When and how will I be paid? As an American Mobile Healthcare traveler, you will be paid directly from our payroll. We provide payment by direct deposit into your bank account or by overnight mail every two weeks. If you choose direct deposit, your payroll stub will be mailed to you for your records.Will I earn a bonus if I refer another nurse to American Mobile Healthcare? We greatly appreciate any referrals you send to us and as soon as your friend or colleague completes his or her first 13-week assignment, you are eligible for a $500 bonus. If you want further details, please refer to our Refer a friend section.Do your assignments offer cash bonuses? Yes, hundreds of our assignments offer cash bonuses ranging from $500 to $6,000. These incentives, usually offered as completion bonuses, are paid at the end of your assignment. Ask your recruiter for more information.
How are the new Take Home Pay Rates for nurses different from a “tax advantage” program?Our new take home pay rate for nurses includes a daily meals and incidentals expense, which is also typically the basis of a “tax advantage” program. This expense allows you to receive more after-tax dollars in each paycheck. Travelers with a permanent tax home will see the maximum benefit of this compensation package. For a full definition of a permanent tax home, go to the IRS website.
Unlike a typical tax advantage plan other travel companies might offer, with American Mobile, your overtime rate is still paid on a competitive hourly rate, instead of an artificially lowered rate. In addition, other items that are affected by your base pay rate, such as social security, disability and even credit scores will not suffer any drastic changes.
You can read more about our new take home pay plan and permanent tax home statuses on our More Take Home Pay page.
How is our program different from others? Unlike some other “tax advantage” programs, our take home pay package complies with all IRS guidelines. You can feel confidentknowing that American Mobile’s team of tax professionals worked diligently to research all applicable tax laws, making our traveling nurses the first priority. Our program offers a consistent and easy payment structure, which could eliminate the need for you to track receipts—making things easy for you!
