How to Start Travel Nursing
Experience required, agency selection, first contract tips.
Travel nursing requires 1+ year experience. Steps to start.
Experience
1-2 years specialty experience minimum. Some specialties (ICU, ER) more competitive.
Agencies
Register with 2-3 agencies. Compare contracts. Aya, AMN, Cross Country, Trusted Health, Nomad are major.
First contract
Pick familiar geography. Choose specialty you're strong in. Read contract carefully, cancellation policy, weekly guaranteed hours, housing options.
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