How I Travel, Make Money, and Work When I Want as a Healthcare Professional and how you can too!

[@vadaboy]

The presentation was very practical and informative. Kelly, may your inbox always be full.

[@jenniferbarron2317]

I'm a travel nurse from Texas, and love it! Great video! Nomad Health is GREAT!!

[@jasonsandifer3250]

*Newly Updated Safety Suggestions; I just happened to see your channel, and others similar channels recently, and I think that you, and others sharing their actual reality, and some have expressed some of the up, and down sides to van, RV, or vehicle living. Although, I just noticed your KZbin channel, and other similar channels, displaying van living. I just wanted to remind everyone to Aware Be of your surroundings and Alert, I just posted this anyway to help anyone who may benefit from these suggestions I believe that it is very helpful, and beneficial to others who may be thinking about this type of living without actually thinking through, about the some of the realistic problems that could occur with vehicle or van living etc... People need to know what up sides there are, as well as some of the down sides of vehicle living. I believe this channel, and other channels have been informative to others, including myself. Although, I am NOT living in a vehicle or anything like this. I feel that you , and others KZbinrs sharing this with your viewers will be very helpful. I wish you ALL the Best with your traveling endeavors. I shared this with several other travelers, as I watched their KZbin channel for the first time, as yours, and I shared with them this information that may be helpful to you as well to others. Therefore, I would also like to suggest a few Safety tips, and items that may help you, or others in your viewing audience. Although, you may have knowledge of this already, I am not sure, so I hope this will be helpful to you, others or someone. *Keep a Extra working cellphone with you or in your vehicle. You can purchase inexpensive phone with a very low monthly price between 25, 35, 45, dollars a month with unlimited data and text, and some have Nationwide coverage Do your research for the best fit for you Consider Carrying Several Extra portable cellphone phone chargers, and cables. Consider theses items: *Mini portable power charging station. I have also seen outdoor portable solar powered power stations, that can be recharged from sunlight this may be very useful to have, to power your devices. *Invest in a Cellular signal booster for outdoor use, and camping situations to boost or amplify your cell signal and reception. Consider also the purchase of a WiFi signal booster to also boost your WiFi signal. Research to see what you prefer. *Very Inportant: Invest in a SOS distress electronic signal device, this a kind of device can send out a distress signal with your exact location. There are various types of these devices, and including devices that can be used when boating, or camping situations. *Some have emergency Strobe lights SOS signaling with location alerts, and location updates that can be sent to your family, and emergency first responders. Some can be synchronized with your smart watch or phone. There are some satellite SOS texting messaging, locator devices that will send messages with your phone even if there isn’t any cellular signal, or WiFi. With this device your can still text, and communicate with others in a emergency satellite transmission. Check online, for various emergency SOS products, some are small to fit in the palm of your hand. You can check online, and on Amazon, research what SOS devices will be a good fit for you. *Mini portable vehicle battery jumper charger *vehicle battery jumper cables *Vehicle Jumper cables *Keep a Fire extinguisher handy Smoke detectors and Carbon monoxide detectors can be helpful *Mounted Dashboard camera front and rear possibly. Exterior vehicle cameras Interior vehicle cameras *Flashlights or pluggin spotlights *Portable spotlights, and lanterns Keep a few whistles around with you, and in your vehicle possibly in your vehicle’s center console *A set of long range 2 way radios, walkie talkies, to communicate with others during trips, some have 100 mile radius keep for emergencies. Use your own discretion regarding the use of any weapons. Don’t forget to bring Bear Spray Pepper spray Where is allowed If you own a drone you can use it to survey your area for animals etc. However, Please Be Safe and Beware of your Surroundings. Stay Alert, and Be Safe even when stopping at Rest stops, Truck Stops, and conducting your various tasks. Keep in often contact with your family, friends etc. Keep up with the latest Weather Updates, beware and prepare for unexpected Weather events and conditions. Keep your vehicle gas filled Don’t chance your Safety by running your vehicle fuel or gas too close to Empty. Fill it up anyway, it will save you alot of time, and headache later on. Remember to keep up on routine maintenance, check your tires for wear, keep up with your fluids for your vehicle, like oil levels, antifreeze coolant, Please carry extra (oil)(washer fluid), (brake fluid), (antifreeze). You will need extra Winshield Washer fluid because of the ever changing Weather conditions, especially in slushy wet roads. Because you will Be driving more often in dusty, dirty windy, varying weather conditions. Your windshield will gather dust and debris from long term driving. Also, Remember Because you are on the road riding for sometimes very long distances, and long periods of time, I would suggest investing in 2 sets of tires, and a spare, the extra set to rotate. Check the mileage ratings on your tires they all very. Conduct visual inspections of your tires often, check for damage, wearing, air pressure, etc Keep a pressure gauge to check your tires pressure and a tire pump. Electric, Portable tire pump. Keep towing insurance to Be Safe if you ever need it. It Doesn’t cost much try to get National coverage if available, or where you will be traveling. Keep Extra financing, and savings for any unexpected issues, vehicle repairs, and overnight stays, in a emergency or if you need to rest indoors. Keep Enjoying Yourself, Keep Enjoying the outdoors, and Nature Just..Please continue to Be Positive, Safe, and Alert.. Wishing Success, Well-being and Happiness You All. God Bless You, and everyone Traveling, or living in their vehicles, Vans, RVs, etc. Please Be Safe..... God Be With You... Author Advocate for Humanity, Safety Advocate Jason Sandifer, Michigan 10/06/2022, 10/02/2022 10/08/2022, 10/10/2022, 10/16/2022, 10/23/2022 11/03/2022

[@veritas2145]

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[@michaelcallahan6391]

I just found your channel…very informative video. It looks like you have some balance in your life. I love to travel so I have been thinking of working remotely. Have you ever thought of traveling abroad? I did a trek in Nepal earlier this year. What an amazing experience trekking in the Himalayas. Continue to follow your dreams!

[@onelovemon1784]

In one of your AT videos you nailed a basketball shot. "Still have it" Sometime perhaps you'll do a video showing your bball skills, hitting some shots, etc. 🙂🏕

[@Tents.and.Timber]

Excellent advice Kelly, its awesome to see how passionate you are about this and your travel. We are looking forward to watching many more adventures from you!

[@herpiggy4857]

You are such a breath of fresh air, Kelly. I absolutely love all your videos!!!

[@kellyhays23]

Thank you!

[@user-David-Alan]

Hi Kelly, hope you are doing well. Sounds like you have this travel life all worked out. Good for you. Take care and stay healthy.

[@kimstark4449]

Few questions or ideas for future videos (these are fairly specific to RDs)...is traveling a good idea for an entry level RD? what's it like being "new" over and over again? have you received adequate orientation/training, for the most part? can you specify parameters re your schedule (for example, work every 3rd or better yet, no weekends)? have you been asked to provide care you are not comfortable with (for me that would be some complicated pediatric/neonatal thing on a weekend)? do you think some people are better suited for traveling due to their ability to adapt, handle stress, work independently out of the gate and be flexible? what are the cons? I wish all dietetic interns could receive info re this job opportunity. Lastly, Know. Your. Worth. Preach it! Amen! Thank you!!

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Well done 👍🏻

[@abbacadabruh]

Hey Kelly! I have a few questions if you make another video: How hard is it to adjust to new note taking? Could you explain the differences between Aya, D on D, etc.? How easy is it to come back and see family? What things are best to know/have when starting out? Can you choose a particular patient population? Easy to make friends? How easy is it to have pets? What is one thing that you don’t like or is complicated with being a travel RD? Thanks!

[@brucemartin6895]

You're one of my favorite YT'ers just for your genuineness..

[@kellyhays23]

💛💛💛

[@funtimevideos2160]

Thanks Kelly for this informative video. You answered a lot of questions I know a lot of people had. Please do more videos of this type. You are both smart and beautiful !!!

[@MaxZomboni]

It's a good system. You are one of three KZbinrs I subscribe to who fund their thru-hikes with contract healthcare work. You have a great lifestyle. 😎👍

[@MaxZomboni]

​@S. M. Julia Sheehan for one. She is a contract nurse. The other I don't think is making KZbin videos any more.

[@Scott_Atlanta]

Thanks!

[@anneoconnor3614]

Very interesting - thank you for sharing

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

That was a great presentation Kelly! It shows that you are passionate about what you do and eager to share it. Thanks!

[@kellyhays23]

Thank you!!

[@kyleturner3999]

Awesome videos !! I’ve been watching your AT through hike day by day and love it. I live about 20 minutes from several trails on the AT and try to go as much as I can. I was wondering if you have a video that tells how you mapped out your miles for each day. How did you keep track of them and where you were and needed to be for shelters , hostels and camp sites.

[@kellyhays23]

I used an app called guthooks/FarOut

[@kyleturner3999]

@@kellyhays23 awesome! Thanks so much.

[@lt2246]

Great video - very informative! Thanks

[@mickaelmick5397]

Very interesting information , great working method , cool for traveling and living 👍

[@sandrap3047]

Glad this is working out for you Kelly Hays! My little sister is a NICU nurse and her husband is a physcial therapist. They are getting ready to build out a Sprinter van and will soon start doing travel jobs They are so excited! They want to go out west. They love to hike, bike & kayak. They love camping in the National Parks too! I'm going to tell them to check you out on KZbin. Can't believe I haven't thought of that before! I'll tell them to subscribe!

[@kellyhays23]

So awesome!!

[@BackyardEngineer334]

I do the same as you except I’m a traveling Electrician, I stay away from the Northeast & West coast

[@robbrandtBSA]

Thanks for this Kelly, I have been wondering about this from the landlord's side. I am moving and thinking of buying a place big enough to rent a room on Furnished Finder. But how would that situation be perceived by a travel nurse? I'm an "older" single guy renting out a room.... seems creepy?

[@charlesb4267]

Apparently I haven't watched enough of your hiking vidoes Kelly as I had no clue scrubs is the new fad in hiking clothing 😉

[@robbrandtBSA]

LOL I was doing that 30 years ago, my hiking buddy was a PT assistant and scored the scrubs for us. That was before modern hiking pants were a thing.

[@sarahheitzman8889]

This is such a great video and resource for people who are curious

[@kellyhays23]

Thanks Sarah!! ☺️

[@charlesjohnson9662]

Very good!!

[@DeRocco21]

hello lauren

[@AbleHammer]

What’s the process to becoming a dietitian? Question for next video 😊

[@sammymartinez556]

Vary smart girl .. 👍❤️😊

[@stevetrimborn3739]

Great video, Kelly. I know a lot of people that travel for work, Everyone else I know wishes they could. lol.

[@roblawwill3250]

Do you find that housing is more expensive through furnished finder? Since they know travel healthcare professionals make big paychecks.

[@kellyhays23]

No it’s almost always cheaper than airbnb or vrbo

[@roblawwill3250]

@@kellyhays23 Thanks! I'm a travel MRI tech but I've been lucky enough to find contracts within an hour drive of my home so I am still 50+ miles from my taxable home so still qualify for the stipends. But I am really wanting to travel out of state...just nervous about the housing situation.

[@MOTIVATION4MOFFICIAL]

Nice video! Don't let money run your life, let money help you run your life better -- learn more

[@Dzanadomars]

👋

[@gabrielsholisticcare]

I massage therapist who wants to travel

[@kittyhawkhiking]

Kelly is a badass!

[@kellyhays23]

No that’s you!!!

[@cliveedharris1353]

Cool 😎 video and channel beautiful

[@aliash8599]

4 year degree ?

[@kellyhays23]

Yes

[@leedanielson7452]

Kelly you have beautiful teeth!!! 😊👍

[@pyros469]

THATS CREEPY!!!

[@leedanielson7452]

@@pyros469 Yeah it’s creepy if you’re missing a few and look like a pirate…🤣

[@bendavis5525]

Hello gorgeous 😍😘❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@jacksonhikes1344]

Bruh stop

[@cliveedharris1353]

I'm a solo dad I'm working on my house and it's getting beautiful and sweeter it's so incredibly refreshing and awesome makes me feel better soon I am going on a holiday hopefully with my teenage sons 🌈😃♥️💯🏡🏞️🎣