Dear Cindy – Ready to Set Down Roots

I've worked as a travel nurse, doing 13-week contracts, for the last 10 years. I would like to settle down into a permanent position, but how do I show that I am willing to commit long-term when I have no history of doing so?

Sincerely,

Ready to Set Down Roots

When I was working in recruitment, some of the concerns I had when considering someone with long-term travel nurse experience for a permanent position were:

If you are serious about settling down, your cover letter will be key in getting your résumé past the initial pre-screen. In the cover letter, emphasize your readiness to settle down into a permanent position, and be prepared to address the issue again in an interview.