If you are a nurse and also love adventure and traveling then RVing is the best option to get the best of both worlds. This allows you to provide healthcare services to the people as well as an opportunity to explore different parts of the country with family. 

No matter how amazing this idea may seem, it has some challenges and drawbacks. If you are not prepared for RVing as a nurse, then it could turn into a nightmare. Proper planning and attention to detail make it easier for nurses to opt for RVing without a fuss.

In this article, we will learn some important tips and preparation methods for long-term stays in an RV as a nurse. Let’s get started!

Preparing RV for Long- Long-term stays as a Travelling Nurse 

As said earlier, you need to prepare yourself and your RV for a long-term stay. The whole planning goes from getting your RV equipped with everything you can need to mentally prepare yourself for the cons associated with it. Here are some tips for the preparations:

• Rent Before Buy

You have decided to be a travel nurse in an RV but before putting all your money into it, consider living in it for a few days or months. It will give an idea about the life you can have in an RV. In this way, you can also know what to pack, what is important for the RV, how to maintain the privacy of the loved ones, and many more things. After trying different campers, you will get a closer look at your future life.

• Research the Area Before Travelling

Traveling as a tourist is way different than RVing. You carry your home with you. You must be sure about the safety and locality before going to places. Checking nearby repair shops, campsites, gas stations and more could help plan. The campsite must be located near a hospital or community to get easy access. 

• Make your RV Weather-ready

The weather plays an important role here as in RVing you have to prepare your RV home according to the weather. Choosing an assignment as a traveling nurse in harsh weather conditions can be a wrong decision as most RVs are not built to bear the harsh cold weather. There could be regions with frequent hurricanes or tornadoes which can be dangerous for RVing. On the flip side, if the weather conditions are favorable then you can prepare your RV accordingly by building a fireplace for cozy evenings or openable windows for some fresh breeze of spring. 

• A Must-Have Vehicle for City 

You have parked the RV at the campsite but how will you move around the city? There comes the role of a vehicle which can be parked near or somewhere attached to the RV and can be used for local transportation. This could be a motorbike or a bicycle for easy commuting. 

• The Right RV

The most important thing before any other is the choice of the right RV. Many travel nurses have families and they prefer fifth wheels since they offer enough rooms and almost feel like a studio apartment. Ideal for a family is a rig with living space, kitchen, and bathroom with ample storage space. If you have kids, you might need a mini TV for entertainment. All said and done, it comes down to what are your requirements, and deciding to invest in an RV that fulfills that. 

• Medical Kit on the Go

You are a nurse and your RV must show it. Not that you have built a mobile hospital but you can equip your RV with some basics a nurse must have. Giving healthcare support on the move will require some advanced medical kit easily available in your RV. 

Conclusion

RVing is the new way of living where people enjoy being at home and travel all at once. Becoming a traveling nurse has its own set of challenges and perks. You can explore different parts of the country but still be worried about safety and weather conditions. Preparing your RV according to your needs and work is the solution to all the challenges. Engineer a no-fail system and you are good to go.