Healthcare Traveler - May 2008 - (Page 1)

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DEVELOPMENT V.P.-CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER V.P.-ELECTRONIC MEDIA GROUP V.P.-MEDIA OPERATIONS V.P.-HUMAN RESOURCES V.P.-TREASURER & CONTROLLER V.P.-GENERAL COUNSEL Joe Loggia Ted Alpert Eric I. Lisman Rick Treese Mike Alic Francis Heid Nancy Nugent Shelbie O’Brien Ward D. Hewins EXECUTIVE V.P.-HEALTHCARE & PHARMA/SCIENCE GROUP V.P.-OPERATIONS & PRIMARY CARE GROUP CONTROLLER CHIEF MEDICAL & COMPLIANCE OFFICER Steve Morris Laura Wagner Teresa Kivlehan John C. Marlow, MD Articles in Healthcare Traveler are indexed in the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL). Healthcare Traveler does not verify any claims or other information appearing in any of the advertisements contained in the publication, and cannot take any responsibility for any losses or other damages incurred by readers in reliance on such content. Healthcare Traveler welcomes unsolicited articles, manuscripts, photographs, illustrations, and other materials but cannot be held responsible for their safekeeping or return. Healthcare Traveler (ISSN 1077-5676) is published monthly by Advanstar Communications, Inc., 131 West 1st Street, Duluth, MN 55802-2065. Periodicals postage paid at Duluth, MN and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Healthcare Traveler, PO Box 6000, Duluth, MN 55806-6000. Canadian G.S.T. Number: # R-124213133RT001, Publications Mail Agreement Number: # 40017597. Printed in the U.S.A. Healthcare Traveler is distributed free of charge in the United States and Canada to nurses and allied healthcare providers who travel, or would consider travel as a career opportunity. Single copies (prepaid only): $6.00 in the United States, $8.00 all other countries. Healthcare Traveler is available on a paid subscription basis to nonqualified readers at the rate of: US and Possessions: 1 year, $45.00; 2 years, $80.00; Canada/Mexico: 1 year, $65.00; 2 years, $115.00; All other countries: 1 year, $85.00; 2 years, $135.00. Back issues, if available: $11.00 in the U.S., $15.00 all other countries. Include $6.50 per order plus $2.00 per additional copy for U.S. postage and handling. If shipping outside the U.S., include an additional $10.00 per order plus $2.00 per additional copy. uring National Nurses Week, be sure to honor colleagues for their contributions, but don’t forget to congratulate yourself on your achievements. Celebrate your dedication to patients and coworkers by doing something that will rejuvenate you and, in turn, improve your professional practice: Find time in your hectic life for yourself. To help you achieve a better work/life balance, we’re introducing a new department, “Good for You,” beginning on page 52. Filled with self-care strategies for mind, body, and spirit, this column offers suggestions, like those this month for laughter yoga, that you can implement at home or on the road— along with a few related products that may enhance your experience. Want more tips? If your schedule provides consecutive days off, head to a nearby beach, ski resort, or national or state park for a bit of R&R. Even with the current gas crunch and “Our new column rising airline ticket prices, you can find deals online. For girlfriend getaways, offers self-care see packages at budget travel.com, fodors.com, or strategies for tourism sites like scgirls. mind, body, discoversouthcarolina.com. Additionally, boomergirl. and spirit.” com offers women of the Baby Boomer Generation a forum for sharing stories and planning trips, including reviews of B&Bs, beaches, and boutiques. And National Geographic’s 50 Best Girlfriend Getaways in North America and Best Girlfriend Getaways Worldwide are under $20 each. Want a true male bonding experience? For the latest in men-only getaways, also known as “mancations,” visit cg.channel.aol.com/man-cations. Get the skinny on places to de-stress with a round of golf, go fishing in clear mountain streams, attend NASCAR events, or win a paintball tourney. For family vacations between contracts, or a weekend retreat with the kids, browse familytravelnetwork.com or travelwithkids.about.com for ideas. And, if you’ll be on assignment with family in tow near New York City, check out broadway.com for “Wicked” and Disney hotel and theater packages. Remember, you don’t need a long vacation to feel refreshed. Day trips to a spa, a gourmet restaurant, or a scenic overlook can do wonders. Still pressed for time? Get away from it all without leaving the comfort of your home. Set aside at least an hour a day to shut out the world with a good book, old movie, soothing music, or relaxing bath with lavender-scented oils or flameless candles. By re-energizing your body and spirit, you can improve Patricia Stille Lederman your ability to deliver high quality care to others. Group Editor Now that’s something to celebrate. HT plederman@advanstar.com Mission Statement Healthcare Traveler and www.HealthcareTraveler.com are the most widely read and favorite resources for mobile healthcare professionals and for those who might be interested in joining this community. Dedicated to this lifestyle, Healthcare Traveler engages and encourages nursing and allied healthcare professionals through the perspectives of industry experts and travelers alike. 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Healthcare Traveler - May 2008 Editor's Desk Contents In a Flash Paws for Thought Field Notes Cardiac Care at the Heart of Many Travelers Careers The Current Economy Clinical Tips Drug Update On Assignment Name It When In Advertisers' Index Good for You Tax Facts Big Deals Contest Rules Starter's Kit Going the Distance Tales from the Road Allied Corner Classifieds

Healthcare Traveler - May 2008

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