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The Travel Nurse's Guide to Guam THE TRAVEL NURSE'S GUIDE TO GUAM YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE AWAITS... WELCOME TO GUAM! It’s no secret that Guam is a once in a lifetime experience. This dream destination is the perfect place to discover your next adventure as a travel nurse. The beautiful beaches, year-long warm weather, lucrative wages, and endless amounts of fun activities are what you can expect while on assignment. Not to mention the opportunity to connect with other travelers across the country. We understand that going to an island far from home can be intimidating. That’s why we’ve created a travel guide to introduce you to key information to thrive while on assignment in Guam. Our recruiters are your advocates and 24/7 support team. Right now, we have two dedicated recruiters and a nurse liaison on the island to help you. Go to Guam, it could be your next amazing home – at least for 13 weeks! Many travelers end up extending because they fall in love with the island, so don’t say we didn’t warn you. Happy Traveling! 5 T H I N G S Y O U G A I N D U R I N G A G U A M T R A V E L N U R S E A S S I G N M E N T ONCE IN A LIFETIME EXPERIENCE It’s been coined as the new exotic destination for America. This is a breathtaking opportunity to travel to a new destination, off the beaten path. ENJOY YEAR-ROUND GREAT WEATHER & BEACHES In Guam, you’ll find unmatched warm weather, star-sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and stunning sunsets. This destination is home to captivating beaches as well as some of the worlds’ best dive sites. PERFECT LOCATION FOR AN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE There are so many things to do during a travel assignment in Guam, including scuba diving, snorkeling, bus tours, paddle boarding, and more. VISIT OTHER COUNTRIES Guam is very close to Southeast Asia. Many travelers take a vacation in-between assignments! ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS & BOOST YOUR RESUME By working in a different facility, compared to the U.S., you will develop a variety of transferable job skills. This assignment will help you to gain more knowledge, competency, and experience to tackle future nursing challenges. We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us. G U A M T R A V E L N U R S E A S S I G N M E N T S We have an exclusive account with a private hospital on the island of Guam. Therefore, we are dedicated to finding quality, talented travel nurses to fill vacant positions as needed. Our only needs in Guam include Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, Emergency Room, ICU, and Cath Lab specialties. Minimum Requirements: Valid Registered Nursing License (Guam) 3+ years of relevant experience in a hospital Previous travel nursing experience AHA certifications (per specialty) G U A M B Y T H E N U M B E R S $2,100: Average Cost of Roundtrip Airfare to Guam – Free for You! 50%: Percentage of Vero Travel Nurses Who Extend Contracts 39: Average Number of Weeks Vero Travel Nurses Stay in Guam The number of friends and memories you will make in Guam. V E R O B E N E F I T S Free Round Trip Airfare Assist with license process, dedicated liaison DAY 1 Health Insurance through Aetna 401K with Competitive Match after 30 days of employment! Opportunities to EXTEND 24/7 clinical and recruiter support F A C I L I T Y F A S T F A C T S LICENSE If offered a position, you will have to obtain a Guam license which can take 3-6 weeks to receive. We offer assistance through this process. We have a dedicated liaison. SCHEDULE The manager will confirm your schedule (self- scheduling available for certain units). With high census, 48 hours worked is a possibility. In those cases you will receive overtime. PATIENT RATIOS ER – 3 to 1 (trauma) ICU – 2 to 1 MS/Tele – 3-5 to 1 EQUIPMENT USED EMRs, All Script, Pyxis Medication OVERTIME All units have guaranteed 36 hours Island Life 101 Guam is a U.S. territory in the South Pacific Ocean (geographically Micronesia), The U.S. dollar is the currency accepted, and English is the main language. With an estimated population of 164, 229 individuals, the most prominent nationalities include American, Korean, Japanese, Filipinos, and Chamorros (the island’s native people). You can travel from one side of the island to the other in about 1.5 hours. There is a large naval base on the island. Throughout the island there are various WWII historic sites. The island climate is tropical, hot and humid all year round. Temperate average around 86 °F during the day and 75 °F at night. The rainiest period is from late June to December, so pack an umbrella! round-trip airfare Banking/financial car rentals institiutions When traveling to Guam Travelers recommend from America, you’ll ATMs are available Andy’s car rental as the either transfer from an throughout the island. All most dependable airport in Hawaii or U.S. bank cards are accepted. source. Typically, you Tokyo. We recommend can expect to pay taking the Tokyo flight The main banks on the $500/month with because it’s quicker, island include Bank of Guam insurance included for however you will need a and Bank of Hawaii. a 3 month contract. passport. And don’t worry, we cover & book Other popular ones your roundtrip. include: Taico Car Rentals & National Car Pacific Rentals. Island Life 101 - Continued internet/cell phone service Tips Wi-Fi is available throughout the island. Travelers typically download WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger to contact family & friends back home. Both apps are free to download & use for calls & video-chats! Verizon, T-Mobile, Google Fi are recommended providers for data and texting usage. Docomo is a popular telecommunications service provider on the island, known for its quality. GTA, iConnect, IT&E are also popular service providers on the island, known for their affordability and low-cost plans. Typical rates range from $50-$75/month. Bring a SIM Card & unlock your phone prior to leaving the States if you plan to use a new phone service. Confirm international rates/plans with your current service provider before leaving the states if you plan to keep the same service. HOUSING RENT ROOMS/CONDOS Rent from Garden Villa Hotel or Alupang Beach Tower Condo. Both locations are reasonably priced & OPTIONS centrally located. We’ve used these facilities in the past, and many nurses had great experiences. We no longer offer housing. We’ve found it to be more beneficial for all Contact - Seong Joon Cho parties to provide nurses a housing Office: +1-671-649-9666 stipend instead. Our team has Cell: +1-671-688-1497 various housing contacts and will assist nurses as needed. Additional sources: The Palms Apartments Guam Rental Finder Realtor.com SEARCH AIRBNB.COM CONTACT A REALTOR Mu Wen Lai (Asa) is a Guam local There are hundreds of rentals available via that can help you find a rental on AirBnB. Always read reviews, talk with the the island. host before booking, and find the top-rated Office: +1-671-647-0888 places. For a limited time first respondents Cell: +1-671-929-0355 can receive 10% off! TALK TO A LOCAL JOIN, CONNECT & ASK FOR RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE GUAM There are military families & locals who sublet/rent rooms. This can another TRAVEL NURSES FACEBOOK GROUP affordable option. Search Facebook pages There are realtors & potential & ask hospital co-workers once you arrive. roommates in this group! hiking trails Hiking, called ‘boonie stomping’ in Guam, is a great way to see the island. Great hiking spots include Sella Bay, Inarajan Pools, Pagat Cave and Point, Tarzan Falls, Mount Lamlam, Lower Sigua Falls and Ben Burton Park. diving Shops top things to do Axe Murderer Guam Guam is perfect for the explorer, with many Dive Shop activities such as scuba diving, snorkeling, SCUBA GUAM surfing, ATV tours, jet ski, parasailing, cruises, dinner shows, golfing, paddle boarding, hiking and much more! Check out our top picks. nearby travel destinations beaches Saipan & Micronesian islands Asan Beach is full of WWII history. There are Korea memorials, relics, and information throughout Japan the area. Philippines Taiwan Ritidian Point Beach encompasses the Guam Hawaii National Wildlife Refuge, plus significant remnants of ancient Chamorro culture. Gun Beach features good snorkeling, and a dive site with steep reef sides and a cable trench leading into deep water. popular sites Underwater World, Cocos Island, Fisheye Marina for snorkeling, and Chamorro Village Market for great local shopping. Two Lovers Point is a cliff side lookout point where a legend of two lovers leaped to their deaths, it offers a spectacular view of Tumon Bay and the ocean. "I've been with Vero for a year and a half and it's been a great experience. I was able to travel to Guam on a long assignment, and that was the best travel job I've ever had!" - Andrea S. Travel Nurse Travelers love Guam! Join the Facebook Guam Travel Nurse Group to connect with travel nurses on the island H A V E Q U E S T I O N S ? G E T C O N N E C T E D Contact Us: Phone - 877-450-4838 Email - [email protected] Join the Exclusive Facebook Group - Vero Guam & Saipan Travel Nurses V E R O R N .
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