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Field Notes P E R SP E C T I V E S F RO M E X P E R I E N C E D M O B I L E P RO F E S SI O N A L S since I saw these beautiful creatures swimming free, I prefer to spend my time watching them frolic in the ocean. Kurt and I take a boat ride with our friends to interact with the dolphins in the wild. When new dolphins are born, Sonja and Erv give them names. One has even been called “Mary” in my honor, and she has had six babies! It’s so much fun heading out to see if we can find her! My flexible schedule really does allow me to spend time where I want to be. Exciting escapades ahead I strongly recommend the mobile alternative to professionals who like challenges and discovering new locales. Kurt and I focus on the freedom my career gives us. Our motto: Life isn’t measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. You have a choice “Our motto: Life isn’t measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” —Mary Alber, BSN, RN, CCRN, RCIS Seasonal workouts or seasonal work IASIS Nurse Travel Program $45/Days • $48/Nights This position is scheduled for 72 hours biweekly (Guaranteed 60 hours biweekly) Take advantage of the IASIS Nurse Travel Program and enjoy Arizona’s 300+ days of sunshine a year, mild winters, renowned golf courses, culture & entertainment, natural wonders like our deserts, canyons, mountains, and lakes. Our Nightlife, entertainment and dining are the best the Southwest has to offer. For additional information, please contact Carlos Portillo 1-888-823-1241 Email CPortillo@iasishealthcare.com. Mountain Vista Medical Center St. Luke’s Medical Center Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital Over the past 6½ years, I have traveled to Texas, Colorado, Kansas, Georgia, and Tennessee. When possible, I tend to renew contracts at my assignment facilities and often stay longer than I expect. Yet I always know I’ll eventually be moving on to enjoy exciting, new escapades. In the near future, Kurt and I have plans to head further west to Las Vegas and California. Both of our sons, Bryce and Matt, are musicians living in Los Angeles. I’m looking forward to being close enough to hear them play on a regular basis. As long as I have my husband, my home on wheels, and my hot tub, I know I can travel anywhere and handle anything. And thanks to my mobile career, I have the confidence and skills necessary to fit in wherever I go. HT As told to Julie Anne Eason, freelance writer, by Mary Alber, BSN, RN, CCRN, RCIS, a cath lab nurse with Medical Solutions. www.healthcaretraveler.com EOE Circle Career Card No. 622 www.arizonarn.com 14 Healthcare Traveler September 2008 http://www.arizonarn.com http://www.healthcaretraveler.com

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Healthcare Traveler - September 2008

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