Different Types of Travel Nurses

Different Types of Travelers - Which One Are You?

There are as many reasons for trying travel nursing as there are travelers. Wherever you are in life -- or in your career -- the rewards of travel await you.

There's More than One Kind of 'Perfect' Traveler

Traveling is an amazing career choice -- whether you're just starting out, or you're a seasoned professional. It doesn't matter if you're traveling solo -- or with friends, family and pets. We're sharing six inspiring traveler stories here, from folks who have decided to travel for reasons and lifestyles that are as different as can be.

1. A First Time Traveler / New Nurse

Full of energy and enthusiasm, our first-time travelers want to see and do as much as they can, checking out new cities, meeting new people and working in new clinical settings. Real Traveler Story: Young and road tripping with friends, Melissa’s goal was to visit all of California’s main attractions, especially San Francisco. Read all about Melissa's first-time traveler journey »

2. A Break-Taking Traveler

Some RNs travel so that they can spend their time off seeing the world and pursuing their life-passions and hobbies. Traveling gives them the freedom to choose when and where they work! Real Traveler Story: Redeat is an Operating Room RN who travels so that she can spend her time off seeing the world and pursuing her passions. Chef, blogger, skateboarder and freelance photographer: this RN is #goals. See how this globetrotting RN works and travels »

3. An Experienced Traveler

With multiple assignments on their resumes, experienced travelers know the drill. Hospitals want to hire them, and they can count on a steady stream of work. Real Traveler Story: Stephanie just completed her 30th travel nursing assignment with us. She's worked consistently for years, recently in Alaska where she did a lot of exploring. See why confirmed traveler Stephanie has been with us for years »

4. An Adventure-Seeking Traveler

Our "Adventure Travelers" are known for non-stop sightseeing and thrill-seeking from Hawaii to Alaska. They're into sharing their photo-friendly explorations on social media, which we love! Real Traveler Story: Ashlee is a non-stop wanderer. She wants to do it all! East Coast to West Coast and beyond. She is dedicated to sharing on social media and encouraging others to follow their dreams. Take a peek into Ashlee's adventures »

5. A Humanitarian Traveler

Some of our most altruistic travelers take their nursing skills to locations where the less-fortunate need specialized care. Traveling gives them the flexible schedule and the earning power to donate their time. Real Traveler Story: Amy, a Surgical Tech takes her skills to other countries to help individuals in need of medical treatment. These patients were lucky to be in her care! How Amy uses traveling to support her volunteer work »

We meet so many healthcare professionals who think they "can't" travel. They're too young, or too experienced, or they have a spouse, or they like to fly solo, or they have a rambunctious pet, or -- you get the idea! Yes, there are qualifications for travel. But the truth is, you can't let the "cant's" hold you back forever. Reach out to us today and find out if travel nursing could work for you. If not today, then soon!

Becoming a Travel Nurse


Last Modified On: Oct 24, 2019

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