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Travel nursing is a type of nursing job where registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), or specialized nurses take temporary assignments—usually 8–26 weeks—in hospitals or healthcare facilities that need extra staffing. As the name suggests travel is required so Nurses typically work away from their home state or region, though some assignments can be local.
- Higher pay: Because facilities urgently need staff, travel nurses often earn higher wages than staff nurses.
- Housing included: Agencies usually provide free housing or a housing stipend.
- Flexibility: Nurses choose when and where they want to work.
- Specialties in demand: ER, ICU, OR, L&D, Med-Surg, and other high-need specialties.
- Why facilities hire travel nurses
- Staffing shortages
- Seasonal patient surges
- Nurse burnout or turnover
- Specialized skill requirements
Assignments can range from a few weeks to several months. Oftentimes
based on performance, assignments are extended/renewed by healthcare
facilities.
- Internationally educated nurses: 0.5 yrs of Canadian experience in their
designation - Canadian educated nurses:1 yr of Canadian experience in their
designation - The applicable nursing license
You will work as an independent contractor. Pay is biweekly.
Depends on each contract
o Extension maybe available
o Start a new contract
o Take time off
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We offer flexible solutions including per diem, short-term contracts, long-term contracts, permanent hires, and rapid-response staffing for urgent needs.
Every nurse undergoes:
License & credential verification
Background checks
Skills and experience assessments
Reference checks
Compliance documentation review
We ensure every nurse meets provincial and facility standards.
Our recruiters respond immediately. Depending on your requirements, we can often place qualified nurses within hours or days.
We provide staffing support across all Canadian provinces and territories, including remote and Northern communities.
