Explore Rewarding AMN Travel Social Work Jobs

If you’re seeking a fulfilling path to advocate for patients while making a positive impact on providers and hospitals, exploring Amn Travel Social Work Jobs could be your next career move.

These roles typically fall under the case management umbrella, with travel social workers primarily assisting with patient discharge planning in acute care hospital settings. Responsibilities often include obtaining referrals for patient transfers, setting up durable medical equipment, coordinating home services, and arranging appointments and prescriptions. Some assignments may also involve clinical social work duties such as performing therapy, crisis intervention, and psychosocial assessments.

Essential Insights into AMN Travel Social Work Jobs

Here are key aspects to consider when looking into AMN travel social work opportunities:

1. Assignment Locations Across the U.S.

According to Mara L., a recruiter specializing in AMN Healthcare’s Revenue Cycle Solutions for case management and utilization review (CMUR), travel social workers can find placements in all 50 states, although regional availability varies. California is a highly sought-after destination, drawing travelers with its sunny climates and outdoor attractions. Other popular locations for Amn Travel Social Work Jobs include Maryland, Georgia, and Washington, DC.

2. Requirements and Qualifications for Travelers

To become a travel social worker, a master’s degree and at least two years of acute hospital case management experience are generally required as a baseline.

While some organizations might hire without a license, holding a license significantly expands job options and potential earnings. Recruiters are valuable resources for navigating the diverse licensing requirements across different states.

“AMN travel social work jobs that open up and don’t need a license can fill quickly,” Mara notes. “But I consistently advise travelers to obtain licenses in states they’re interested in working in, as it better prepares them to secure those positions.”

Having a certification in case management, such as an ACM from the American Case Management Association (ACMA) or a CCM from the Case Management Society of America (CMSA), can further enhance your candidacy for assignments.

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3. Career and Personal Growth Benefits

A significant advantage of AMN travel social work is the opportunity to diversify your professional experience.

“Staying in a single local job for five or six years limits your exposure,” Mara explains. “But traveling to multiple locations allows you to see how different hospitals operate, learn about local resources and processes, and experience various hospital systems. This breadth of experience helps you develop into a more skilled social worker.”

Travel assignments also offer exciting personal benefits, like exploring new places, trying new activities, and meeting new people, which can expand both your social and professional networks.

4. Understanding Employee Benefits

Before committing to a travel staffing partner for AMN travel social work jobs, it’s crucial to evaluate the employee benefits package they offer.

“AMN Revenue Cycle Solutions provides comprehensive benefits including insurance, competitive pay, a 401k, and paid time off with accrual for sick and vacation days,” says Mara. “Not all agencies offer this level of benefits. We also provide education allowance, licensure reimbursement, free CEUs, and crucially, an excellent relationship with your recruiter. A major advantage is the support from our clinical workforce managers who offer personalized assistance to our travel social workers.”

Traits of a Successful AMN Travel Social Worker

Cathy M., MSW, CCM, ACM-SW, serves as a CMUR clinical workforce manager for AMN Healthcare Revenue Cycle Solutions. Drawing from her own experience as an AMN traveling social worker from 2015 to 2016, she now focuses on supporting other social workers on assignment.

Cathy identifies three key traits that contribute to success in AMN travel social work roles:

• Flexibility: The dynamic nature of travel social work means situations can change rapidly, as seen during the COVID-19 pandemic. A positive attitude and the ability to quickly adapt to new challenges are essential.
• Commitment to Quality Work: Traveling doesn’t make the job easier; you’ll face similar challenges to permanent positions. Maintaining high standards and delivering quality work is paramount. Approach each assignment with the mindset that you are there to contribute wherever needed for a successful outcome.
• Resilience: Travelers often join teams that are already very busy, so be prepared for moments of feeling overwhelmed, especially while adjusting to a new environment. You will generally be treated like any permanent employee. Always strive to do your best, and you will gain valuable knowledge and experience from each assignment.

Having a supportive team behind you is also vital for success on the road. Cathy particularly enjoys visiting social workers across the country to discuss their experiences, assist with problem-solving, answer questions, and acknowledge their dedication.

“Because I’ve been in their shoes, if our AMN travel social work travelers encounter a challenging situation, we can explore different solutions together,” Cathy states. “I see myself as a personal coach who is always just a phone call away.”

Cathy fondly recalls her first travel assignment in Denver, her initial encounter with snow as a Florida native. She cherished her time in the Mile High City, experiencing a different culture and discovering the best local restaurants.

“Traveling fosters independence,” she reflects. “Although you’re working with us and at a facility with colleagues, you are often navigating the experience alone. But you’ll also likely build connections, as travelers tend to be social individuals, especially when repeatedly adapting to new job settings every 13 weeks.”

How to Begin Your Journey in AMN Travel Social Work Jobs

When you’re ready to explore travel assignments, the AMN Healthcare Revenue Cycle Solutions team is prepared to guide you through the process.

Simply submit their quick application and attach your resume. This will be routed to a recruiter who will work with you to build your job profile, complete reference checks, review your resume, and arrange an online social work assessment.

Once your information is processed, you and your recruiter can discuss available AMN travel social work jobs. Your candidate package will be submitted for assignments you’re interested in. You may participate in phone interviews and will have the chance to thoroughly review any job offer before accepting.

“After you start traveling with us, we also offer a referral bonus,” Mara adds. “Each successful referral can be worth up to $1,000.”