About Kyle Schmidt

I'm one of the Co-Founders of BluePipes which provides professional networking and career management tools for healthcare professionals. I was formerly a Healthcare Recruiter and Recruitment Manager. I also have an extensive background in the financial services industry, a B.S in Finance and Risk Management and an MA in Government both from California State University Sacramento.

Entries by Kyle Schmidt

6 Things Travel Nurses Should Know About GSA Rates

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Understandably, there is a lot of confusion about GSA rates and how they apply to travel nursing pay. The confusion stems from the fact that including tax-free stipends as part of a salary package is pretty much unique to traveling professionals, so it’s not something we’re really used to dealing with. Additionally, there is a […]

What Travel Nurses Ought to Know About Penalties for Missed Shifts and Cancelled Shifts

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Missed shifts and cancelled shifts are a regular occurrence in travel nursing. However, there is a lot of confusion regarding the impact of missed shifts on travel nursing salary. This undoubtedly has a lot to do with the fact that different agencies handle missed shifts in different ways. Understanding the factors at play and the […]

BluePipes Adds File Cabinet Feature

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BluePipes is excited to announce the launch of our new File Cabinet feature.  The BluePipes File Cabinet allows members to upload copies of their vital career related documents and send them out at their convenience. The feature was designed specifically for healthcare professionals to help them manage their careers more efficiently and successfully.

Should You Get Raises and Bonuses for Travel Nursing Contract Extensions?

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Many respondents to our travel nursing survey indicated that the lack of a pay raise or bonus offer was one of the main reasons they declined travel nursing contract extension offers. Our review of social media discussions regarding this topic indicates that there is sometimes a disconnect between agencies and travelers on this issue. In this […]