The Travel Nurse Industry was born in the early 80s due to a nursing labor shortage and nurse specialization. At first, nurses were brought into staff hospitals to cover permanent and seasonal shortages, however, as travel nursing became more and more popular it eventually expanded to include "on demand" positions in specialized nursing areas.
Where is the Travel Nursing industry headed…
As the baby boomer generation approaches retirement, economists predict a major climb in nursing shortages over the next 10 years. These economists estimate there will be over 1 million un-staffed nursing positions in the US. This means that now is the best time to take advantage of this fact and explore the world of travel nursing, and also that of healthcare recruiting firms. This also means that nurses who are willing to travel around the country will not only enjoy an active lifestyle but will also have more choices as to where they would like to take their assignments, and better benefits and perks for the assignments they choose.
What is a travel nurse?
A Travel Nurse is a nursing professional who works with a Healthcare Staffing Firm to find temporary assignments at a hospital or healthcare facility, usually lasting 13 or 26 weeks, and these assignments vary in location all around the United States, and sometimes internationally. Travel Nursing was developed in order for facilities to fill scheduling shortages that resulted from census increases, maternity leaves and vacations. Start Traveling Now!
What are the benefits to being a travel nurse?
- Travel the World
- Great Job Selection
- Top Salaries
- Full Health and Medical Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- 401K Benefits
- Housing
- Nuse Retention Programs