A nurse shares her experience with gig work, revealing both financial benefits and deeper issues in the healthcare system.

She usually works nights while her husband watches their baby. Sarah loves the flexibility and the chance to make more money. She says it helps her be more present for her son in the future.
Many nurses are turning to gig work, especially since the pandemic has made it tough for hospitals to keep staff. Sarah used to be a travel nurse, so the idea of temporary shifts isn’t new to her.
She earns between $70 and $80 an hour, and sometimes even more if a last-minute shift pops up. That’s way better than what she’d make in a full-time job. Plus, she doesn’t have to deal with extra meetings or mandatory overtime.
But it’s not all sunshine. Sarah points out that while the pay is good, gig nurses have to cover their own costs, like licenses and certifications. She worries that new nurses might not realize what they’re getting into.
CareRev didn’t comment on her concerns, but Sarah’s experience sheds light on the gig economy’s impact on nursing. It’s a mixed bag of benefits and challenges that many in the field are navigating.