1 Endocarditis (infection of the heart valves) 2  Trauma (which can damage the structure of the mitral valve) 3  Rheumatic heart disease (which is now uncommon in developed countries)  Heart attack or myocardial infarction (which can cause damage to the papillary muscles, the heart muscles that support the mitral valve)
The majority of contract nursing assignments range between 12 weeks to 13 months depending on the Healthcare Delivery Organization census requirement and your availability. It is possible to extend an assignment beyond its original length, which many travelers do.
Most travel nursing agencies require applicants to have at least one year of hands-on experience in the applicantâs chosen area of nursing. Many travel nursing agencies also require a bachelorâs degree in nursing, as that is the minimum requirement for employment as an RN in some states.