The time it takes to obtain a nursing license can vary depending on the state and your individual circumstances. Some states have expedited processes for out-of-state applicants, while others may have more extensive requirements or longer processing times. The timing to secure your licensing varies state by state, so we recommend starting as early as possible so you are ready to start your travel assignment.
You'll need to follow the specific requirements of each state where you plan to work. Typically, this involves completing an application, providing proof of your current nursing license, and sometimes passing additional exams or background checks. It's crucial to start this process well in advance of your desired start date to ensure you have all the necessary travel nurse licensing in place. Contact a specialist for further assistance with licensing.
A ‘travel nursing license’ isn’t a specific license you need. It simply means having the proper state license that you are looking for work in. It's essential because each state has its own regulations and requirements for nurses. Without the proper state nurse licensing, you may not be legally allowed to work in certain locations, limiting your job opportunities and potential earnings.
To get started on your travel nurse adventure, we encourage you to take 2 minutes to sign up here. After you've completed that short form, one of our friendly recruiters will immediately reach out to you and help match you with the perfect travel nursing job. Your recruiter will listen to your goals and needs for your future travel nursing contract and match you to the job that fits you best.
At Host Healthcare, we help registered nurses find travel nursing jobs across various specialties. We have travel nursing jobs in every U.S. State. The number of travel nursing jobs is dependent on the needs of the healthcare facilities. Please visit our jobs page to view our current open RN positions in the location of your choice. If you do not see a Registered nursing job for your specialty, please complete this form, and a member of our team will follow up with you immediately about available jobs and pay packages.
Yes, we prioritize matching you to your perfect position and destination, so we offer positions with top facilities in all 50 States. From travel nursing jobs in New York to Alaska, or anywhere else within the United States, Host Healthcare is here to help you find the perfect travel nursing assignment. Click here to view our current open positions.
We do hire international registered nurses. If you are an international nurse, there are a few additional requirements needed before we can match you to your perfect position.
- All applicants must be licensed to work in the U.S. and in the State in which they will apply to work before they can begin the application process for any healthcare positions in the U.S.
- Nurses from Canada and Mexico can apply for a nonimmigrant NAFTA Professional visa (also referred to as a TN Visa). Click here to learn how to qualify and apply for a TN Visa
Our dedicated support team is here to assist you 24/7. If you have an urgent matter after business hours, please call our emergency line at (800) 585-1299, and select option 9 from the menu. We put the needs of our Travel Healthcare professionals first, 24 hours a day.
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Nursing license regulations vary by state, so before you begin your travel assignment across state lines, we'll help you verify which, if any, additional license(s) or certification(s) you will need and will also provide you with personalized assistance for credentialing and licensing.
Yes! One of the benefits of traveling with Host Healthcare is that we have built very strong relationships with our facilities, and because of this, most of our contracts do not require travel nursing experience.
Our dedicated housing team is committed to helping you find the best housing arrangement for you and your travel companions. Before you begin your assignment, one of our team members will help you find the perfect living arrangements based on your needs and requirements, including pet housing accommodations. To read more about our personalized housing assistance, click here.
After you submit to a nursing job in a facility, a response is typically received approximately 2-7 days after submission. Please keep in mind that this response time will vary based on the facility. We prioritize putting your needs first, so don't hesitate to contact us for an update on your submission..
Yes, many facilities allow for nursing contract extensions. If you love your destination and assignment, let your recruiter know that you are interested in extending. Your recruiter will provide support in requesting and accepting an extension for your current assignment.
We recommend letting your recruiter know you'd like to extend your nursing contract as soon as you know and before your original contract ends. Doing this helps increase the chances of receiving a contract extension from the healthcare facility.
At Host Healthcare, we take pride in building strong relationships with both our travel nurses and healthcare facilities. Due to the trust we have built with healthcare facilities, you may receive an auto offer after you apply to a nursing position. While auto offers can occur with many of our partner healthcare facilities, this may vary based on a specific facility’s hiring policies and current market demands.
In order to travel as a registered nurse, and qualify for tax-free stipends, your assigned facility must be more than 50 miles from your home of record (i.e. your tax home). Host Healthcare does offer local contracts for nurses looking to stay closer to home. Contact us here and one of our team members will help provide additional guidance and find the perfect assignment for you.
Yes, we offer local nursing contracts to registered nurses who want freedom and flexibility as well as the comfort of working near home.
Sign up to get started and a member of our team will reach out to provide local nursing job options and pay packages. You can also search for local nursing contracts in your area directly on our jobs page.
Only one state can be identified as your Primary State of Residence for Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) purposes. Documents to verify your Primary State of Residence can include, but are not limited to:
- Driver's license with home address
- Voter's registration card with home address
- Federal income tax return declaring state of residence
- W2 from a federal agency, bureau, or division, indicating the declared state of residence
Upon moving to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR), visit the Board of Nursing website and complete the application for a license by endorsement. You may practice in the new state under the former state’s multi-state license until the multi-state license in the new Primary State of Residence is issued. Once it is issued by the state board, the compact license from the former state will be made inactive. You may not wait until the former license is about to expire before you apply for the compact nursing license in the new Primary State of Residence.
- Notify the board of nursing in your former home state of your new address in the noncompact state. This changes your multi-state license to a single state license.
- If you need an additional license in the non-compact state, visit the Board of Nursing website and complete the application for license by endorsement. You may do this prior to moving to the noncompact state.
Travel nursing pay rates vary based on several factors including current market demand, specialty, location, as well as other factors that are specific to an individual contract. Our team is focused on listening to exactly what you want from a travel nursing assignment and prioritizing your needs. Our responsive, friendly recruiters will work closely with you to find a pay package and travel nursing assignment that meets your needs.
In addition to your weekly paycheck, you may be eligible for day-1 medical, vision, and dental benefits; professional development and travel reimbursements; 401K matching and stipends for housing and meals.
Starting on the second week of your assignment, we will send you your paycheck via direct deposit every Friday. The direct deposit time will vary depending on your bank and time zone.
We want to make sure every nurse feels comfortable going into every assignment, so we offer reimbursements for scrubs, medical equipment, licensing, certifications, or any other professional development requirements you need for your nursing assignment.
Yes! We are committed to putting your needs first and will pay you for orientation hours. Please record these hours on your timecard before submitting to our payroll department and we will include the pay in your next paycheck.
Travel expense reimbursements can be included in your nursing contract. Before finalizing your contract, discuss with your recruiter about adding in travel expense reimbursements.
You can access your paystubs and W2 in ADP for up to three years by clicking here. After following the link, sign in with your existing user ID and password, then navigate to the ADP portal home page. Locate the “Pay & Taxes” tab towards the top of the page and click “Pay & Taxes Statement”. You will see an option to download your pay statement and W2. You can either print or save these documents on your desktop or mobile device.
When you travel with us, you can start enjoying your nursing assignments right away with the peace of mind that you're fully covered with premium benefits! We offer the following to all our travel nurses:
- Day-one medical, dental, and vision - and you can keep these benefits for up to 30 days between assignments so you can take a break and not worry about having medical coverage.
- Access to tens of thousands of travel nursing jobs in every State in the U.S.
- Friendly, responsive, no-pressure recruiters.
- 401K matching
- Travel and professional development reimbursements such as scrubs, medical equipment, licensing, certifications, or any other professional development requirements you need for your assignment.
- Student loan reimbursement
- Personalized housing assistance and pet-friendly housing
- Sign up to receive auto-matching to travel healthcare jobs based on your experience and preference
- Voluntary benefits including critical illness, accident, short-term disability, and whole life
You will be eligible to enroll in a 401k plan through Fidelity as soon as you start with Host Healthcare. Upon completing 6 months and 500 hours of service, we will match the first 3% of your contributions at 100%, and the next 2% of contributions at 50%. All employer match contributions are 100% vested immediately!
Yes! One of the great benefits of traveling with Host Healthcare is that we go above and beyond to make your travel experience comfortable. We have several coupon codes that we send to our Travelers when they are on assignment with us. If you are traveling with Host Healthcare and would like access to your exclusive coupon codes, please contact us.
A temporary license is a “bridge” toward licensure; the end goal is always to upgrade from temporary to permanent. In most cases, a temporary license can be a great option for a quick turnaround, but a traveler will need to pursue permanent licensure to make sure they can complete their assignment. Not all states offer temporary licensure, so be sure to ask a Licensing Specialist about state-specific details.
The Licensing team serves as advisors to our travelers by assisting them with state license applications. We provide curated application packets, answer questions, reach out to board contacts (when available), and help break down barriers during the application process.
We cannot expedite approval, but working with a Licensing Specialist can help eliminate problems that cause delays.
When a Host Healthcare job is labeled as exclusive that means that when applying for the job through Host Healthcare you get priority access. You will be placed first in line to interview and accept the job. Your recruiter will be able to speak more on exclusive jobs, please reach out to them or email [email protected]
No matter what your experience level, our team can help guide you on your journey to becoming a Travel Nurse. Most of the facilities we partner with require a minimum of one-year clinical nursing experience in order to be considered for a Travel Nurse assignment at that facility. For some locations and jobs, healthcare facilities can even require two or more years of clinical nursing experience in order to be considered for a travel assignment at that facility.
We encourage you to click here to get started and a member of our team will reach out to help you prepare for your future Travel Healthcare career. If you'd like to speak to someone right now, you can call (800) 585-1299 or click here to chat.