I was once in your shoes. As a new travel therapist, I had no idea what to expect of my first assignment. How would people react to me? Would I be able to provide the same level of care that I did at my previous job? What if something bad happened; would there be little …
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Across the literature on this site, you frequently see the use of the term travel therapy tax home. You may be wondering what exactly a tax home is. A tax home is a concept best defined by the IRS. As a blogger, I’ll do my best to explain a tax home and provide you with …
Can I take a local travel contract as a travel therapist? This is a common question among traveling therapists and nurses. The travel lifestyle is amazing; you can explore the country and see new places. However, sometimes you just want to be at home. Maybe it is the holiday season, or you want to be …
Being a travel speech-language pathologist (SLP) has broadened my personal, clinical, and professional horizons. I have worked in six states and over 50 different healthcare facilities across the country. As a travel SLP, I learned about the diverse subcultures in the United States and have learned to become an advocate for myself and my patients. …
The Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) is replacing the current Medicare billing system in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) on October 1st, 2019. The Prospective Payment System Resources Utilization Groups (PPS RUG IV) has been in place since 1999. Although I was not practicing in the late 90’s, I have heard horror stories from colleagues who lost …
