Travel Assignments
Discover your next travel opportunity.
Expand your career and see the country. We partner with medical facilities and school districts providing healthcare travelers with access to nursing, allied, school, therapy, and behavioral assignments from coast-to-coast.
Why travel with Amergis
Experience the travel lifestyle with our support, every step of the way..
- Have a dedicated travel recruiter match you to openings, and provide 24/7 emergency support with local Maxim offices nearby
- Receive weekly pay, first of the month health benefits like medical, dental, prescription, and vision plans
- Receive tax advantage compensation, expense reimbursement for travel/state licensure, and MyTime program to earn up to 24 hours paid time off each year
- We offer a wide variety of travel contracts, including per diem, full-time, and part-time, for travel assignments across the country.
*benefits may vary and are subject to change based upon employment status and specific assignments
Personalized guidance
Your dedicated travel nurse recruiter understands your goals and works tirelessly to find the ideal assignments, offering support around the clock.
Nationwide reach
With 70+ offices located across the country, we can help you explore diverse new locations and travel healthcare settings.
Comprehensive benefits
Weekly pay, quality health coverage, and tax advantages ensure you’re well taken care of.
Let’s find your next adventure
Travel nurse assignments
- Telemetry (TELE)
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Emergency Room/Department (ER/ED)
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Operating Room (OR)
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
- Cardiovascular Intensive Care (CVICU)
- Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)
- Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU)
- Psychiatric Care Unit (PCU)
- Mother-Baby/Postpartum
Travel allied assignments
- Surgical Techs
- Sterile Processing Techs
- Radiology/Imaging
- Physical and Occupational Therapists
- Medical Assistants
- Social Workers and Counselors
- Respiratory Therapists
- Pharmacy Technicians
- EMT/Paramedics
- Phlebotomists
- Patient Care Technicians
- A/R Specialists
- Medical Lab Technician
Travel school assignments
- Special Education Teachers
- Behavioral Interventionists
- Bilingual Interpreters
- Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA)
- Case Managers
- Nurses (RN, LPN, LVN, CSN, CNA)
- Occupational and Physical Therapists
- Paraprofessionals
- School Psychologists
- Speech Language Pathologists
Staffing made easy
Find and keep track of your nursing assignments.
Balancing a rewarding nursing career with your personal life has never been easier. Our assignments, available through our MaxView jobs app, offer unmatched flexibility and the ability to choose the shifts and work environments that best suit you.
Putting people first
Testimonials
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Healthcare Professional, Virginia
I can highly recommend [Amergis] as an agency to work for!
Travel Nurse, Texas
I previously worked for a travel nurse company. [Amergis] is far superior in overall work environment, support, communication, and quality leaders.
Healthcare Professional, Wisconsin
It’s been a delight working with [Amergis]. Their staff is courteous, prompt & works well with us.
Healthcare Professional, Minnesota
Healthcare Professional, California
Office customer staff is exceptional. Hands down the most intelligent and caring staffers.
Recruiter, California
Recruiter, Florida
I have, from day one, always felt supported and welcomed by [Amergis].
Recent highlights
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Maxim Healthcare Staffing is now Amergis, heralding a new era of excellence in healthcare staffing solutions, and expanding educational staffing services via a new website AmergisEducation.com .
Travel Nursing Jobs
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Aya delivers:
- Unlimited complimentary CEUs through MedBridge. Access unlimited CEUs that count towards licensing and additional education hours.
- The most jobs in the industry. We have the largest and most reliable job database, which means the jobs you see are open, updated in real time and ready for you!
- Competitive advantage over other agencies. Front-of-the-line access through our direct facility relationships — many with quick (even same-day) offers, giving you the best chance of securing your ideal opportunity.
- Expedited licensing and streamlined compliance. An industry-leading on-time start rate and strong relationships with boards of nursing across the country to accelerate the process in all 50 states.
- Expert career guidance. A dedicated recruiter to help you achieve your dream career. Travel, per diem, permanent — we have the reach and access to get you the jobs you want, and the expertise to help you realize your long-term goals.
- A best-in-class support system and an exceptional experience. Enjoy accurate, weekly pay, and an entire team dedicated to your happiness on assignment, 24/7.
Plus, you get everything you expect from the largest healthcare staffing company in the industry:
- Exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment. Want to take time off? Keep insurance coverage for up to 24 days between assignments.
- A generous 401(k) match.
- Paid company housing (we'll help you bring your pets along, too!) or a generous housing stipend.
- Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws. Aya's general sick leave policy is that employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. However, to the extent any provisions of the statement above conflict with any applicable paid sick leave laws, the applicable paid sick leave laws are controlling.
- The industry's only clinical ladder program for RNs on assignment.
- Access to unlimited continuing education units online.
- Licensure, relocation and other reimbursements, when applicable.
- Pay listed above includes taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements.
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Aya Healthcare gives you access to the most jobs — and the most exclusive opportunities — in the industry. We have strong relationships with leading facilities nationwide, and job options to support your personal and professional goals. Whether you want to put down roots with a permanent role, explore the country with a travel job or pick up per diem shifts close to home, Aya’s got you covered.
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- A rental car and bi-weekly weekend travel home.
With Aya Locums you get:
- Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
- Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
- Dedicated application and assignment support.
- In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
- Full coverage of licensing costs.
- Travel and lodging coverage.
- Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
- Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
- Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment.
- Paid sick time. Aya provides paid sick leave in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws. Aya's general sick leave policy is that employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. However, to the extent any provisions of the statement above conflict with any applicable paid sick leave laws, the applicable paid sick leave laws are controlling.
- Generous 401k match.
- Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.
- Aya coordinates all travel and lodging accommodations.
- Travel information is received the evening prior to your scheduled departure.
- Airfare is covered and, if driving to the assignment, reimbursement is available.
- Once notice is received, communication from our team is sent via email and text to ensure you are kept in the loop as soon as information becomes available.
- Your safety is Aya's top priority. We work closely with the facility to ensure additional security measures are taken onsite so you can focus on what really matters: patient care.
- Licensure, relocation and other reimbursements.
Experience the Aya difference today
- A dedicated recruiter who advocates for you every step of the way.
- We'll ensure the hiring manager prioritizes your interest and schedules an interview quickly.
- A streamlined hiring process means offers are often presented within 24-48 hours after an interview with a hiring leader.
- Flexible start dates that work around your availability.
- We make it simple with one point of contact the entire time.
- University of Washington (UW) offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing through the UW retirement options; enjoy generous vacation and sick leave policies; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. For more information, follow the links shown below or explore the Benefits website at http://hr.uw.edu/benefits/
With Aya, you get:
- Higher compensation - we negotiate on your behalf.
- Work-life balance - contracts are up to 40 hours per week, with workdays ending mid-late afternoon and weekends off!
- An employee advocate - our team ensures you have the support needed to be successful in your role.
- Options post contract - extend, convert to a permanent employee or find a new job.
- Paid company housing (pets are welcome to tag along) or a generous housing stipend.
- If qualified, continued insurance coverage over the summer.
- A generous 401k match.
- A robust team to support you every step of the way.
- A credentialing specialist to streamline the entire compliance process.
- Freedom and flexibility around your current schedule.
- The easy-to-use Shifts app. Select shifts anytime, anywhere.
- Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
- Front-of-the-line access to exclusive jobs at thousands of healthcare facilities nationwide.
- A robust team to support you every step of the way to ensure you start on time, have accurate payroll and an exceptional experience.
- Certification and other reimbursements, when applicable.
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Travel Nursing and Allied Therapy Jobs
If you're interested in working and venturing away from home, travel assignments are perfect for you travel and explore what the world has to offer, all while doing what you do best — providing quality care., travel contract jobs for nursing and allied therapy healthcare professionals.
Your opportunities with GrapeTree are endless! Along with per-diem shifts and local assignments, our healthcare professionals have the opportunity to travel and explore new areas without giving up a regular income. Travel contracts are 8-13 weeks in length, offer opportunities to work outside a 50 mile radius of your home, and include travel + housing stipends. Mesh your career with new personal life experiences by becoming a traveling healthcare professional with GrapeTree!
You get the best of both worlds. Earn a competitive wage while exploring your surroundings in your down time.
Live in, make memories in, and explore a new area with every new travel assignment
Receive a weekly, non-taxed per diem, to assist with travel, meals, housing, incidentals, and other necessary expenses.
Guaranteed hours
Your schedule is set from the moment you are booked into a travel assignment with GrapeTree.
We currently offer travel opportunities throughout the states below – but we are still expanding! Check out all of the fun things to do in each of our states and pick your next home-away-from-home.
Make More With Travel Contracts
The weekly package range for travel assignments is a combination of hourly taxed rate and a weekly non-taxed per diem reimbursement to cover housing, meals, incidentals, and other necessary costs. Package amount is based on facility type, specialty, location, and certification of healthcare professional.
CN A s & STN A s
$1,200-$1,700 per week.
Must have 6 months of experience working as a CNA or STNA.
PTAs, OTAs, COTAs
$1,500-$1,800 per week.
Must have 6 months of experience working as a PTA, OTA, or COTA.
$1,600-$2,000 PER WEEK
Must have 1 year of experience working as an LPN.
PTs & OTs
$2,000-$2,600 per week.
Must have 6 months of experience working as a PT or OT.
Must have 1 year of experience working as an RN.
Must have 6 months of experience working as an SLP.
Your h ome address must be least 50 miles away from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates. Contracts are available as local assignments for those whose home address is less than 50 miles away from the facility address.
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Only certified to work in your home state? No problem! While each state has their own process for becoming licensed, it is easy to get your license transferred. This process is called getting "reciprocity" or "endorsement." Our team has compiled a list of all our states' registries so that you can easily transfer your license. Give our team a call to learn more about getting reimbursed for gaining reciprocity in other states! Click the button below to get started.
The Perks of Travel A ssignments
Flexibility.
You have the flexibility to choose where you go and what assignments you take on.
Avoid Burnout
Experience higher job satisfaction working in a travel assignment by avoiding overtime.
Gain Knowledge
Explore what you love about nursing by working with more people in diverse settings.
Career Advancement
Strengthen your experience an build up your resume to show that you thrive in all environments.
What People Are Saying
I've been working and traveling with GrapeTree Medical Staffing for about five months now and have loved every minute of it! The communication is great, the pay is excellent and I love how flexible they are! If you are looking for a great company to work for I highly recommend GrapeTree!
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What to Expect
LPNs provide direct patient care, administer medications, and monitor patient's vitals. They also coordinate with RNs and doctors to plan and evaluate patient care.
Certifications
Licensed Practical Nurses have several certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
LPNs must have completed a state-approved training program and have a license to practice.
Responsibilities
Licensed Practical Nurses have specific responsibilities:
- Assessing patient conditions
- Developing care plans
- Administering medications
- Collaborating with healthcare teams
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Travel as a Licensed Practical Nurse
Experience endless opportunities traveling as an LPN & LVN.
Traveling as an LPN or LVN with LRS Healthcare.
Traveling as an LPN is all about helping where you’re needed most. As a healthcare worker, you make an incredible impact on the patients in your care, and as a traveler, you’ll be providing staffing relief to long-term care teams and facilities you serve.
You’ve decided you want to take the plunge and travel as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), but you’re not sure where to start, or the best travel agency to search for a job? We got you!
What to expect
Applying for an lpn (or lvn) travel jobs.
The first step to traveling as a licensed practical nurse is to apply . Once you’ve submitted your application, a recruiter will then reach out to assist you with finalizing the details of your application and help get you placed within a facility. After you’ve accepted the offer and made it official by signing the contract, it’s time to prepare for your adventure.
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of Traveling as an LPN or LVN
Healthcare travelers get to take control of their careers by having the freedom to choose when and where they work while getting paid well to travel and experience different pockets of the nation. You’re essentially your own boss with a team of professionals to help bring your dreams to life.
Additional perks include:
Excellent Weekly Pay
Explore New Cities
Fun and Flexible Lifestyle
On-the-Job Experiences
Professional Growth
Extended Time Off Between Assignments
Meet New People
24-Hour Support
With all of this change and excitement, it may take some time to get comfortable in your new job and location. Don’t worry this is expected and your recruiter will be there at every step of your journey! Learn more about about travel opportunities for Nursing Professionals.
Asked Questions
01. To be eligible to travel as a licensed practical or vocational nurse you must first have all your licensing and certifications up to date. The required licenses may vary depending on the state in which you take a travel contract. And while it is not required, you’ll likely be more confident as a care giver if you have at least 6-month’s of on-the-job experience.
02. Once you’ve completed your education and have your all your certifications and licenses, choose a healthcare staffing agency you want to work with and either reach out, or apply for a job. At LRS Healthcare, our recruiters are here to help you find the best LPN or LVN travel gig that pays well and is in a city that you’ll enjoy.
03. Pay packages vary job-to-job, and by agency. This could be before or after taxes, so what is promoted online could be different than what your take home will be. It is best to discuss the details this with your LRS Healthcare recruiter, so you know what to expect for your weekly paystub.
04. A standard medical traveler assignment is 13 weeks; however, long-term care facilities are more willing to take some shorter contracts. It is not uncommon for an LPN to commit to an 8-week travel assignment, then extend to continue exploring the city or to perfect their new skills.
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Beyond-your-basic benefits.
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Why Choose LRS Healthcare?
Your success is our priority. That’s why we make the traveler experience easy, so you can spend more time living your life and caring for your patients. Here are just a few more reasons to travel with us.
Traveler First:
You’re never just a number to us. We take the time to learn about you, including your career goals and desired destinations. Your recruiter will guide you from one assignment to the next and be your advocate throughout your journey with us.
Responsive:
Submit your online application, and we’ll be in touch right away. Once we’ve gotten to know you and matched you to an ideal position, we’ll work together to collect the rest of the details.
Full Service:
Along with your recruiter, you’ll have access to our dedicated operations and traveler experience teams. They help take care of all the details to make your assignment the very best it can be. You won’t go it alone—you can contact us any time, 24/7/365.
Traveler App:
LRS Connect is our job search and employment app designed specifically for healthcare travelers. Start your profile to set up custom job preferences and we’ll notify you (in real time) as soon as your dream job becomes available! When you’re ready, you can apply with ease directly through the app with one simple click!
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LPN Travel Nursing Jobs: Expand Your Horizons and Skills
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Expand your practice and knowledge as a nurse by exploring LPN travel jobs. An enriching and diverse way to grow professionally and personally, these dynamic roles offer numerous opportunities for travel-loving nurses. Whether you're interested in learning about what LPN travel jobs entail or are seeking tips to secure these roles, this article provides an extensive overview. We delve into an introduction of LPN travel jobs, advantages associated with them, the process of securing these positions, understanding the role and responsibilities, and addressing potential challenges. Additionally, we provide a final reflection on the long-term career prospects and potential for growth in LPN travel jobs.
Introduction to LPN Travel Jobs
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), also known as Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) in some states, play a vital role in providing hands-on patient care in various healthcare settings. LPNs work under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and doctors, assisting with basic nursing tasks like monitoring vitals, changing dressings, and bathing patients.
LPN travel jobs allow nurses to take temporary assignments around the country while earning great pay and benefits. The high demand for LPNs makes travel nursing an attractive option.
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What is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)?
LPNs are entry-level nurses who undergo 1-2 years of training to provide basic patient care. They take vital signs, change wound dressings, insert catheters, track intake and output, and help patients with activities of daily living.
LPNs must graduate from an accredited nursing program and pass the NCLEX-PN licensing exam. They work under RNs and doctors to implement care plans. With further education, LPNs can advance their careers to become RNs.
Defining LPN Travel Jobs
LPN travel nursing involves taking temporary contract assignments (usually 13 weeks) at healthcare facilities around the country. Jobs may be in hospitals, doctor's offices, nursing homes, or other settings.
Travel LPNs help fill gaps in staffing at different locations, earning premium pay while gaining experience working with diverse populations and conditions. Assignments can be extended or nurses can move to new facilities.
Benefits of Choosing LPN Travel Jobs
There are many advantages of LPN travel jobs over permanent positions:
- Higher pay - Travel LPNs earn $1500-$3000 per week depending on the job and location.
- Flexibility - Nurses can choose assignments in attractive locations and decline offers.
- Adventure - Traveling for work allows nurses to explore new places around the U.S.
- Gain experience - Working at different facilities expands clinical knowledge and skills.
- Independence - Travel nurses live independently and make their own schedules.
With high demand nationwide, LPN travel jobs offer the chance to make great money while enjoying an exciting lifestyle.
Advantages of Being an LPN Travel Nurse
Opportunity to explore new places.
One of the best perks of LPN travel jobs is the chance to explore different cities and states across America. Nurses can hand pick assignments in locations they've always wanted to visit.
From the sunny beaches of California to the mountain ski towns of Colorado, travel nurses experience the beauty of the U.S. while getting paid. Many travel companies offer bonuses for taking less desirable locations too.
Chance to Enhance Nursing Skills
Working at multiple healthcare facilities allows LPNs to develop a wider range of clinical skills. They will encounter different types of patients, conditions, medications, equipment and procedures. This diversity makes them more adaptable nurses.
LPNs can also take on leadership roles and training opportunities at travel jobs that may not be available at permanent staff positions. This broadened knowledge enhances their nursing practice.
Improved Work/Life Balance
Travel nursing often offers more control over scheduling than staff jobs. Nurses can choose assignments with ideal shifts and blocks of time off in between contracts. This flexibility helps create a better work/life balance.
Many LPNs become travel nurses specifically for the chance to work for a period of time and then take weeks off for vacations, continuing education, or personal matters before their next assignment.
How to Secure LPN Travel Jobs
Necessary qualifications and certifications.
To qualify for LPN travel positions, nurses must:
- Hold an active LPN license
- Have 1+ years recent acute care experience (hospital preferred)
- Be willing to travel to assignments across the U.S.
- Have a flexible schedule
- Pass a background check and drug test
Having certifications like BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS, etc. can make candidates more competitive. Some assignments require specific certs or skills like ventilator care, chemotherapy administration or dialysis experience.
Utilizing Reputable Traveling Nurse Agencies
Find the best LPN job opportunities in On Demand , our powerful web app. We have relationships with facilities nationwide.
Reputable agencies will help match nurses to ideal assignments based on their skills, experience, location preferences and benefits. They negotiate pay packages and handle credentialing, travel logistics, housing, and more.
Tips to Make Your Application Stand Out
To get hired for the top LPN travel jobs, nurses can:
- Have an updated resume focusing on clinical skills
- Obtain references from recent supervisors
- Interview professionally and communicate promptly
- Be open to different locations and shifts
- Research the facilities and job details
- Highlight training, certifications and flexibility
Applying early and engaging recruiters increases chances of securing the best travel nursing assignments.
LPN travel jobs provide exciting opportunities to expand nursing knowledge and earn excellent pay while experiencing the adventure of travel around the U.S. Following these tips can help secure rewarding travel nurse assignments.
The Role and Responsibilities of an LPN Travel Nurse
LPN travel nurses take on a unique and fulfilling role within the nursing profession. As a licensed practical nurse (LPN), they have completed the education programs and licensing examination required by their state's licensing board and met any specific requirements to obtain a nursing license. With this foundation, LPNs provide basic patient care under the direction of an RN or physician.
When an LPN chooses to become a travel nurse, they take on short-term nursing assignments in locations across the country. Travel nurses work through staffing agencies that connect them with medical facilities in need. Each assignment typically lasts 8-26 weeks. The temporary nature of the work allows LPN travel nurses to gain experience in diverse settings with high levels of independence and earn extra income.
Typical Work Environments and Settings
LPN travel nurses have the opportunity to work in a wide variety of healthcare settings, including:
- Hospitals - ERs, ICUs, NICUs, pediatrics, oncology, etc.
- Clinics - family medicine, urgent care, dialysis, etc.
- Nursing homes and long-term care facilities
- Assisted living facilities and group homes
- Doctors' offices and private practices
- Schools and community health programs
The most common facilities seeking travel LPNs are hospitals, clinics, and dialysis centers. For example, a dialysis travel LPN may be needed to fill a staffing gap and provide hemodialysis care.
Common Nursing Duties and Patient Care
As a licensed practical nurse, typical duties include:
- Monitoring vital signs
- Administering medications and treatments
- Maintaining accurate records
- Assisting doctors and registered nurses with procedures
- Educating patients on health management
- Providing basic daily patient care
LPN travel nurses perform the same patient care duties and have a similar scope of practice to traditional staff LPNs. The main difference is adapting to a new facility's policies and procedures with each assignment.
Understanding the Temporary Nature of Travel Nursing
It's important for prospective LPN travel nurses to understand the temporary contract-based nature of the work. Each assignment at a facility will have a set start and end date, usually lasting 8-26 weeks. This allows the flexibility to experience different locations and healthcare settings. However, it requires being comfortable with frequent transitions.
Challenges and Solutions Associated with LPN Travel Jobs
While travel nursing provides exceptional experiences, there are unique challenges to consider:
Dealing with Potential Feelings of Loneliness
Frequent moves and working in new environments can lead to loneliness. Maintaining connection is key. Solutions include:
- Arranging regular check-ins with friends and family back home
- Joining networking groups for travel healthcare workers
- Putting effort into creating community in each new location
- Finding social opportunities like gyms, classes, religious services, etc.
Handling Distance from Family and Friends
Travel nurses are often distant from close family and friends. Strategies to manage this include:
- Scheduling quality virtual visits
- Finding creative ways to share experiences and stay involved in each other's lives
- Planning periodic trips home when possible
- Keeping busy and making the most of time spent apart to build independence
Managing Constant Changes and Transitions
Adapting to new environments frequently can be draining. Tips include:
- Giving yourself grace and time to adjust with each transition
- Creating consistent daily routines and self-care practices
- Focusing energy on learning each new facility's policies/procedures
- Embracing a spirit of flexibility, adventure, and growth
Final Thoughts on LPN Travel Jobs
Long-term career prospects.
The skills gained through travel nursing are invaluable for long-term career development. The experience exposes LPNs to diverse healthcare settings and builds clinical confidence. Many parlay it into permanent staff positions at facilities discovered through travel assignments.
Potential for Personal and Professional Growth
Beyond furthering a career, LPN travel nursing enables immense personal growth. The independence, adaptability, and cultural awareness developed by nurses who choose this path is unmatched. It leads to greater self-knowledge and awareness that serves in all aspects of life.
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Full job description. Registered Nurse (RN) Full-Time, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 36 HOUR WORK WEEK Earn $1200-$2200/week. BrightStar Care is seeking a motivated, caring Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. No travel required for this assignment. Be part of a supporting, caring team. BrightStar Care of Charlottesville is an ...
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Travel LPN / LVN - Med/Surg - $2,002 per week in Staunton, VA - Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) • Behavioral Health Our client is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a specialization in Behavioral Health. This is a 17•week contract position with a possibility of extension. The role requires a commitment of 40 hours per week.
Travel Contract Jobs for Nursing and Allied Therapy Healthcare Professionals. Your opportunities with GrapeTree are endless! Along with per-diem shifts and local assignments, our healthcare professionals have the opportunity to travel and explore new areas without giving up a regular income. Travel contracts are 8-13 weeks in length, offer ...
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LPN travel assignment jobs include a variety of positions that require traveling to visit patients in their homes or to provide assistance to residents at nursing facilities or hospitals that are short-handed. Your duties include providing long term care or extra assistance in remote areas that need additional medical professionals.
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Travel Registered Nurse OR Job. TLC Nursing 4.1. Austell, GA 30106. $1,166 - $1,222 a week. Travel nursing. Overtime. TLC Nursing has the best and the highest paying travel RN, travel LPN, and travel Allied jobs. Discover rewarding careers in travel nursing with TLC Nursing, a…. Posted 13 days ago.
There are additional benefits such as housing stipends, travel reimbursements, paid housing, and bonuses. Because of this, many LPNs prefer travel LPN assignment vs working in a perm position. Obviously there are pros and cons to each. But when pay is concerned, travel LPN jobs will most often pay more.
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN. NurseCore Las Vegas, NV. $24.50 to $33.50 Hourly. Estimated pay. Full-Time. Our LPNs are offered a variety of staffing assignments in local facilities. You will be responsible for providing quality healthcare to each patient in adherence with all applicable laws, regulations ...
How long are LPN (LVN) travel assignments? 04. A standard medical traveler assignment is 13 weeks; however, long-term care facilities are more willing to take some shorter contracts. It is not uncommon for an LPN to commit to an 8-week travel assignment, then extend to continue exploring the city or to perfect their new skills.
Travel Nursing Jobs - Up To $6230/wk
There are many advantages of LPN travel jobs over permanent positions: Higher pay - Travel LPNs earn $1500-$3000 per week depending on the job and location. Flexibility - Nurses can choose assignments in attractive locations and decline offers.
LPN-$50/hr- Johnson City, NY. Hirecorp Services LLP. Johnson City, NY 13790. $49 - $50 an hour. Contract. 36 hours per week. Overtime + 5. Easily apply. This is a 13-week travel contract position, offering 12-hour evening shifts.
The pay rates for our current temporary LPN/LVN jobs range from $1,094 per week to $2,545 weekly. Understanding the salary landscape is crucial when evaluating your career options. Based on historical data from the last year of posted traveling LPN/LVN jobs, the average weekly pay was about $1,482 per week.
The average salary for a LPN / LVN in North Carolina is $1,251 per week. This is 18% lower than the US average of $1,479. Last updated on September 5, 2024. Based on 229 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days. Explore all travel LPN / LVN salary insights.
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GA Medical Coverage Nurse LPN. Southern Health Partners 3.3. Chatsworth, GA 30705. $24 - $28 an hour. Full-time. Unlike other assignments in travel nursing, we are not looking for a short term assignment far away from your home, but rather a dedicated nursing professional…. Posted 30+ days ago.
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