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As a travel nurse, you're compensated a bit differently from a nurse who is staffed permanently in a hospital or clinic. Many travel nurses will work for an agency that has contracts with hospitals around the world who need qualified nursing staff. The agency covers most travel expenses as well as providing a stipend for accommodations. In some areas of the country, that stipend will leave you with plenty of money left over plus you'll get …show more content…
Imagine a scenario where you get a 3-month assignment to a great location. After the assignment is over, you spend time with family and friends while waiting for your next assignment. That kind of flexibility and freedom is what many people envision as the ideal life. It's available for travel nurses.
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The title of travel nurse has a certain glamour and mystique surrounding it. You're flying around the world to fill in with your numerous skills exactly where you're needed. Human resource managers love to hire nurses who are flexible and have developed a variety of skills in different environments.
Travel nursing is a career that doesn't have the stability of working full-time for one employer, but it's a terrific way to embark in an adventure. If you're new to the career and want to travel before settling down, this is a great career choice. For those who are established but at risk for burnout, you might need a change of pace and scenery to reignite your