Tips for Being a Successful Locum Midwife
Introduction
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What is a locum midwife? (29:28)
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Differences Between Locum Work and Permanent Positions
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Different Types of Contracted Statuses (w-2 versus 1099)
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Benefits and Challenges of Locum Work
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Am I a good candidate for being a locum midwife? (17:00)
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Mindset
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Skills
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Experience
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Cultural Diversity of Experiences
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Why is now the best time to consider doing midwife locum assignment?
Practice Settings for Locum Midwives
Scope of Practice and Legal Considerations
Professional and Administrative Skills
Locum Midwifery Business Skills
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Running Your Own Locum Practice
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Accounting Tips
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Midwife Agency Options
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Working with Multiple Locum Agencies & Really Understanding Paperwork Signed with Each
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Importance of a Strong Recruiter Within Locum Agency Supporting You
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Compensation Rate Options
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Searching for Open Positions (18:33)
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Timeline
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Questions to Ask When Considering a Position
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What is Typically Included & Not Included with Contracts
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When Multiple Positions are Offered, How to Narrow Down the Best Option
Timeline Between Contract Being Signed and Starting Assignment
Typical First Week on Assignment Schedule
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Tour of Facility & Meeting Key Leaders Need to Meet
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Orientation (on unit and part of hospital/facility requirements)
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Hospital Privilege Procedure Proctoring Requirements
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Learn the Culture and Staff Skills Quickly
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Patient Safety Issues & Understanding Chain of Command Steps Clearly on Assignment
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Review all Staff Policies and Procedures for Role Needs
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Keeping Track of Hours & Compensation Schedule Understanding
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Couple weeks into Assignment & Starting to get a Routine Down
Frequently Asked Questions By Potential Locum Midwives to Me
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Family Situation and Locum Midwifery
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Know Your Place & Purpose: Filling a Need Versus Being on Staff Long Term for Making Improvements
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Traveling Back and Forth from Travel Assignment Options
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How long can you stay on contract before it is defined no longer as temporary help and permanent staff?
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Building Lasting Relationships with Facilities to have More Choices of Coverage Options in the Future
Conclusion
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