If you have children, here are some things to keep in mind while making the decision to incorporate travel nursing in your parenting routine.

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  In a 24/7 world in which we often feel pressed for time, it&rsquo;s hard to
  find a work-life balance, especially when it comes to maintaining a career and
  a family. With travel nursing, there&rsquo;s no question that achieving this
  balance can be even more difficult. However, don&rsquo;t write off travel
  nursing just because it will take you away from home. If you have children,
  here are some things to keep in mind while making the decision to incorporate
  travel nursing in your parenting routine.
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<h2>Ages of Your Children</h2>

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  This is perhaps one of the most important things to consider before travel
  nursing with a family. If you have babies or toddlers, it can be very
  difficult to be away from your family for 6+ weeks on a travel assignment.
  But, if you choose to still travel, make sure you have a strong support system
  at home to ensure your children are being properly cared for while
  you&rsquo;re away. If you are constantly concerned about your child care, you
  won&rsquo;t perform at your best during your travel assignment, and
  you&rsquo;ll end up feeling stressed the entire time you&rsquo;re away from
  home. However, if you have a teenager at home who can be left with a single
  parent or is responsible enough to be left alone, travel nursing assignments
  are usually much easier to handle.
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<h2>Frequency of Assignments</h2>

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  No matter how old your children are, it&rsquo;s important to take travel
  assignments in moderation so you are not always on the road. Make sure to
  space out your travel assignments so you have periods of time to be home and
  reconnect with your children. The beauty about travel nursing is its
  flexibility, so plan your trips in a way that fits best with your family
  commitments and long-term parenting responsibilities.
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<h2>Location</h2>

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  One way to make travel nursing more manageable while parenting is by choosing
  assignments that don&rsquo;t take you far. Choosing jobs that are less than
  100 miles from home will give you the option to come home during days off and
  spend time with your family between shifts.
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  Travel nursing as a parent can be both rewarding and challenging. In
  considering your travel nursing options, be sure to evaluate your current
  lifestyle and seek opportunities that work best for you and your family.
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<h2>Are you a parent with travel nursing on the horizon?</h2>

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  Cross Country Nurses can help you discover exciting travel opportunities for
  your career! Browse our available opportunities and get started today!
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