Career
The Top Ten Reasons to Become a Nurse
We all know that nursing is a necessary job, but some people can be scared off because of the hard work and advanced education requirements. We at Coast Medical Service think it’s one of the best career choices you can make. So if you’re wondering “Why should I become a nurse?” we’ve got ten reasons…
Read MoreThe 4 Nursing Trends that Will Be Big in 2021
2021 is a particularly difficult year for predictions. Nobody at this point last year thought we’d be where we are now. But looking at the past several years, there are a few nursing future trends we can pick out that we feel confident will be huge in the next 12 months. Increased Use Of…
Read MoreWhy the Demand and Salary for Nurses is Higher than Ever
Hospitals need nurses badly, and the average nurse salary is the highest it’s ever been. But is this a trend that will continue? If you have questions about the viability of finding work as a nurse, we at Coast Medical Service are here to help. Here are a few of the biggest reasons the demand…
Read MoreTypes of Non-Traditional Nursing Jobs
7 Different Types of Nursing Jobs Not every nurse has to work in a hospital. Maybe working at the same location every day feels too constricting, or you simply prefer a different working environment than a hospital. Fortunately, there are many types of travel nurses and many kinds of non-traditional nursing jobs. Here are a…
Read MoreMaking the Most of the Holidays on the Road
One of the most difficult parts of the travel nursing experience can be spending the holiday season apart from your loved ones. There is no replacement for being with your kin on Christmas morning, but travel nursing with a distant family can be made a little easier by following some of our tips. Stay…
Read MoreNursing in a Crisis: Nursing Pay Skyrockets
Crisis pay for traveling nurses is currently skyrocketing. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of healthcare for the foreseeable future. Health care practitioners and providers on the front lines are saving lives every day but it can present challenges to their own health and well-being. That’s one reason why crisis rates for travel nurses…
Read MoreHiring a Specialist with a Hospital Staffing Agency
At Coast Medical Service, we have spent years helping hospitals and medical facilities find the specialists they need to fill empty positions. Whether you’re searching for Certified Nursing Assistants or Licensed Vocational Nurses, we have a comprehensive list of qualified candidates in your region. Let us support your hospital staff by finding and vetting…
Read MoreTravel Nursing Tips for New Grads
You’re fresh out of nursing school and you’re looking forward to an exciting career. Recently, there have been a number of changes in the nursing industry that makes travel nursing a viable career for recent graduates. Once you’ve earned at least one year of experience, you’re eligible to work with us. If you’re interested…
Read MoreTop Tips to Communicate with Your Medical Staffing Agency
Whether you’re a medical facility or a registered nurse looking for placement, at Coast Medical Service, our medical staffing agency caters to everyone’s hiring and employment needs. Many people from both sides of the industry use staffing agencies to save time and widen their pool of applicants or medical facilities. If you want to ensure…
Read MoreTips for Working with a Travel Nursing Company
Coast Medical Service is a travel nursing staffing company that helps nurses and facilities find the perfect match right away. As a travel nurse, you may be called upon to move cities or states for a short-term job that has very specific requirements. While it’s important to decide if travel nursing is the ideal position…
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