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Travel Nursing in Canada!

Where do YOU want to travel nurse?

With our 25 years of experience we offer you the incredible freedom to explore Canada. From Bella Bella in BC to Goose Bay in NL we offer the greatest number of contracts to choose from.

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How It Works

Welcome to Canada's most experienced travel nursing company!

Our mission is to enhance the enjoyability and comfort of your travel, nursing contract, and Canadian adventure to the fullest extent possible.

You are regarded as a highly valued team member, and we provide insurance and liability coverage to ensure your peace of mind.

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Travel Nursing

As a travel nurse in Canada, you can pursue your travel dreams while ensuring a stable income. These positions provide above-average wages and full coverage for travel and accommodation expenses, enabling you to freely explore and wander.

With an extensive 25-year experience under our belt, rest assured that we will be dedicated to supporting you throughout the entire duration of your contract.

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How long are contracts?

Most contracts last 6-8 weeks, though some travel jobs may be longer. Many contracts are renewed if the traveler and the hospital are in agreement. Some travel nurses extend multiple times, when the job is a perfect fit!

Do you provide insurance?

Absolutely, you have comprehensive coverage throughout your contract. At Select Medical Connections, we consider you part of our team, and we treat you accordingly.

How long is the application process?

Traditionally, seasoned travel nurses start looking 6 to 10 weeks before they want to start their next travel assignment. If you know you’re ready to travel or will be soon, we recommend filling out an application so you’re prepared to seize the right opportunity.

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Yukon - British Columbia - Alberta -Saskatchewan - Manitoba - Ontario - Newfoundland and Labrador

New Brunswick - Nova Scotia

We are trusted by Health Authorities and Health Care Companies nationwide.

Why you should travel nurse.

This country is phenomenal! Get out and see it while you can. From free travel and accommodation to meeting like minded people, let's explore the advantages of travel nursing together.

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How we get you started.

With our 25 years of experience in contract nursing, we proudly stand by your side. When you are on contract we will be with you all the time.

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Elevating Health Care

Whether you are a nurse looking for a change, or a health care facility looking to fill an immediate vacancy, we’re here to make the connection so that every community has access to quality health care.

Connecting qualified travel nurses with the communities that need them the most.

We got our start 25 years ago after noticing a gap in the health care industry - Facilities in remote locations needed qualified health care professionals, but they couldn’t find the right candidates to live in those locations full-time. We are helping to close that gap by recruiting qualified nurses looking for an unconventional work experience on behalf of these facilities.

Your next adventure awaits. Start your career as a travel nurse.

The way we work has changed. People seek more balance and flexibility in where and when they work, and how often. The health care industry is no exception. Travel nursing is a great opportunity to leverage your skills where they’re most needed while giving you the freedom and flexibility to enjoy longer periods of time off between placements to travel, pursue a hobby, or simply work your way through your to-do list. The commute is a little different, but the view is unbeatable and that’s not the only benefit.

Hire a travel nurse

We know that it can take time to find the right people to fill a role and hiring a permanent employee can create an administrative strain. We can take care of all your recruiting needs so that you can focus on what matters - helping people. With a rigorous pre-screen and interview process, you can trust that when you work with us you are getting qualified professionals who have the credentials you require for the roles you are looking to fill.

Travel Nurse Perks

Competitive wage

Per diem allowance

Transportation is covered

Take time off between placements

Accommodations provided

Work in the communities that need you most

Travel nurse faqs, why choose travel nursing.

Travel nursing allows you to apply your skills in an unconventional way that often leads to better work-life balance and the freedom to explore Alberta, Canada, or anywhere else on your list while you’re on your days off.

What roles are you currently hiring for?

We are always looking for qualified Nurse Managers, Registered Nurses, and LP Nurses, but we have also been known to place Health Care Aides, Mental Health Therapists, Respiratory Therapists. If you are looking for an unconventional way to apply your skill set we encourage all health care workers to apply so we have your information on record and if a position opens up we will reach out.

Where are these roles located?

We’ve worked with health care facilities across Canada, but are currently focused on recruiting for roles in Alberta.

How much do travel nurses get paid?

Travel nurses get paid anywhere between $80 - $120 per hour depending on the role, your experience, and training.

Alberta's premiere Travel Nursing Staffing Agency

Fall in love with nursing again. The burnout rate in nursing has never been higher. You don’t have to feel helpless or frustrated. Control your career like never before.

Our disciplined people engage in the necessary actions in order to accomplish the task at hand

We engage in mutual mentoring with a desire to continue our relationships well into the future.

We assess each client’s specific needs & match them with the most appropriate healthcare worker.

We strive to select, recruit, & train the highest quality healthcare, staff.

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They believe in us​.

I’m very happy I decided to take a contract with Medrep Healthcare Staffing! The staff that I have interacted with have all been so kind and they really do care and make an effort to check in with you. Whenever issues came up, they were quick to address the situation. I loved Alberta so much that I actually extended my contract! I made lots of friends.

Life has always been good to me, but this season of full-time travel nursing has been unparalleled. Big thanks to Medrep Healthcare Staffing for being such a supportive agency and for proving that a fulfilling career and a beautiful adventurous life should exist simultaneously. We don’t need a vacation from a life like this.”

I’ve worked for multiple agencies across Canada over the last few years and Medrep Healthcare Staffing is truly the best – besides the basics you’d want from any travel nurse agency – they’re also: authentic, by-nurses-for-nurses, and pay the highest base wage! I send all my colleagues to Medrep Healthcare Staffing.

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North Zone Nurse Locum Program

A placement through the North Zone Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) Locum Program is an exciting opportunity to diversify your knowledge and explore northern Alberta.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the United Nurses of Alberta (UNA) have a unique agreement that provides nurses a chance to gain experience in a variety of practice settings including Acute Care, Emergency, Intensive Care, Operating Room, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Continuing Care, Home Care, Public Health and Psychiatry by matching nurses with northern Alberta communities based on their experience, availability, and location preferences.

Nurses have the opportunity to experience unique cases and beautiful locations, while patients benefit from the additional knowledge and expertise of trained nurses coming to their area. It’s a win-win solution that you can feel good about.

How to Apply

Please visit our online job board and search for 'Travel Nurse' to apply or e-mail [email protected] to learn more about the program.

Successful applicants will be notified and then placed upon a roster and contacted when North Zone work opportunities matching the candidate’s skills, experience and work preferences become available.

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You are eligible to participate this program if you:

• Are registered, or eligible to be registered, to practice as a RN or RPN in the province of Alberta
• Have at least one year of applicable nursing experience – two years of experience is preferred
• Are able to travel and work in the North Zone of AHS

You are not required to make a maximum time commitment in order to participate in the program, but there is a minimum assignment of 3 weeks. While on a locum placement, your shift hours and shift rotation cycle will follow the existing collective agreement. While the length of assignment can vary depending upon site need, the average length is approximately six weeks.

Aside from the benefit of working within a broad inter-professional team, RNs and RPNs are able to work to their full scope of practice, treating patients throughout the continuum of care. Being part of the locum program also offers various financial incentives, including:

• Compensation of $38.44 to $50.45 per hour
• Temporary premium payment of $25.00 per hour on top of regular wage
• Temporary daily payment of $50.00 for each day on assignment (excluding Grande Prairie and Fort McMurray)
• A per diem allowance of $25.40 for each day on assignment
• Reimbursement for travel costs
• Accommodation provided by the program at no cost

Covering a vast expanse of the province, Alberta’s north offers exceptional lifestyle opportunities. The extra-long summer days deliver ample opportunity to enjoy the outdoors: hiking, biking, and riding horseback or ATVs along thousands of kilometres of trails, or enjoy fishing, swimming, or paddling along northern waterways. Winter sports are also hugely popular and locals enjoy skiing, skating, ice-fishing or snowmobiling through the varied terrain. From prairie grasslands to dense boreal forest, you’ll find yourself immersed in communities with unique cultures that are all their own.

“I have always worked in big hospitals and was very specialized. When I came as a locum it’s a totally different way of nursing. You really get to know your patients, the community and different cultures from around the world.”

Barb, completed various locums

“I just really fell in love with the area. It’s nice to have that diversified experience you get working in the North. That’s what appealed to me. You get a little bit of everything from trauma, cardiac, pediatrics, obstetrics, health teaching and a lot of mentoring.”

Audrey, former locum nurse

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Why Work With Us?

You work, on your time.

Want to travel, with expenses paid, without sacrificing your career?   Have you grown tired of your work environment?   Would you like to switch to a new specialty?

High Paying Travel helath-care Jobs

Traveling health care workers can have very competitive salaries and benefits packages. In fact, they can make 15-20% more than their permanent counterparts  when  the contract is negotiated correctly. 

Relocation & Housing Assistance

Moving is the worst..until now! We handle all the logistics for you, from move-in ready homes to stipend options. Learn more about our relocation programs today so you can live your dreams tomorrow.

Guarantee Job Match of your choice

We will take into account your license, skill-set, experience and preference when matching. 

We Have Your Health Care Staffing Needs Covered

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• Mental Health Therapist
• Nurse Manager

How it Works, Step-by-Step

1.) let’s chat.

We will call you and give you a commitment-free consultation, answering any questions you may have about travel nursing in Canada.

2.) Application form

When you’re ready, you will fill out and send us your   Application form We can guide you through this process and work on it together.

3.) Matchmaking

Based on your license, skill-set, and availability, we will match you with our open jobs. You will hear of every job opportunity that is a good match.

3.) Supporting

Once successfully placed, we will take care of your travel ‘to-and-from’ your assignment, your housing, and offer you our 24/7 support along the way.

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Your gateway to a multitude of nursing opportunities throughout Canada.

We specialize in recruiting quality healthcare professionals and connecting them to Canadian communities.

Embrace the adventure of travel without compromising your career or financial stability with Nurse4U. Our platform offers an attractive compensation package, including above-average pay and fully-funded travel and housing. It's the perfect opportunity to explore new horizons while continuing your nursing career.

Getting Started

As a Nurse4U working with us on out-of-province assignments for a minimum of six weeks, we cover your licensing fee.

Exploration

Our travel nursing positions span a wide array of locations within Canada.

We handle all your travel arrangements, ensuring a worry-free experience for you.

Compensation & Benefits

When you refer another nurse to our team, we show our appreciation by offering you a $250 bonus for each successful referral.

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Our beautiful country offers so much to see and do. Each Province, each region and each community has its own adventure. Travel nursing opens the door to these amazing experiences.

Friendships

Nursing is such a great community and travel nursing connects you with others across Canada.

Build personal and professional friendships that can last your career or your lifetime.

If you want to grow in your career through different experiences, travel nursing connects you with healthcare teams across Canada. You can learn, grow and adapt, providing quality healthcare solutions.

TravelNurse  is your connection to thousands of nursing jobs across Canada.

TravelNurse offers you the freedom you need to make your travel dreams come true, without forcing you to leave your career or give up your income. With competitive wages, travel and housing paid for, it is finally possible for you to take advantage of this time in your life where you’re able to explore.

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TravelNurse offers you the freedom you need to make your travel dreams come true, without forcing you to leave your career or give up your income. With higher-than-average wages and travel and housing paid for, it is finally possible for you to take advantage of this time in your life where you’re able to explore.

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Welcome to travel nursing jobs canada.

At Travel Nursing Jobs Canada, we specialize in connecting passionate and dedicated healthcare professionals with opportunities that not only enhance their careers but also their lives. Serving as a bridge between exceptional talent and Alberta’s diverse healthcare needs, we focus on travel nursing, LPN, healthcare aide, and allied health professional roles across this vibrant province. With enticing relocation incentives and generous referral bonuses, we ensure your transition is as rewarding as the work itself. Discover the landscape of opportunities that await you in Canada’s dynamic healthcare sector.

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100% free service, advanced placements, we match healthcare workers with healthcare providers.

With our partners at Alberta Health Services and The Saskatchewan Health Authority, we prequalify Nurses, LPNs, Health Care Aides, and other Healthcare Professionals to find their perfect placement. Stop digging through job boards, tell us what you are looking for, and when those jobs become available you will automatically be applied, free of charge. 

Nursing Travel Jobs helped me find a placement in Alberta in under a week!

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Once You are registered and fill out the Skill Matrix, and advisor will contact you to figure out your perfect fit

We Monitor AHS & SHA Open Placements

No more checking alerts and scouring job boards, we will be alerted when a job in your target area is available

You are automatically applied before the jobs are publically available

Our partnerships allow us to submit candidates first!

Once you are hired, our support staff facilitate your relocation

Everything from transportation to housing, we are here to assist you ever step of the way

Let's Find You The Right Placement

Our free service will get you matched with the right job.

Our service is provided in partnership with the provincial health authority to help registered health professionals like yourself find placements in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and across Canada

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For healthcare professionals: elevate your career.

Ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? Join us at Travel Nursing Jobs Canada. Explore new horizons, engage with diverse communities, and excel in a career you’re passionate about. Apply today, and let’s embark on this journey together.

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At TravelNursingJobs.ca, we offer personalized staffing solutions to meet the specific needs of healthcare facilities across Canada. Leverage our extensive network of healthcare professionals to fill your temporary and permanent positions with top-tier candidates.

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Nurses and health care staff that have worked with us.

Real stories from healthcare professionals who have made the move to Alberta with us. Discover their journeys, challenges, triumphs, and how Travel Nursing Jobs Canada supported them every step of the way.

When I decided to take the leap into travel nursing, I had countless questions and concerns. Travel Nursing Jobs Canada made the transition seamless with their incredible support and attractive relocation package. My first assignment in Alberta was in a rural community, and it opened my eyes to the impact I could have. I've grown professionally and personally, thanks to the opportunities and experiences I've encountered here. I can't recommend this agency enough for anyone looking to expand their horizons in healthcare.

As an LPN, I was looking for a way to diversify my experience and challenge myself in new environments. The team at Travel Nursing Jobs Canada connected me with opportunities that perfectly matched my skills and career goals. The referral bonus was a fantastic perk, but what truly stands out is the sense of community and professional growth I've found in Alberta. It's more than just a job; it's a journey to becoming the best in your field.

Making the move to Alberta as a healthcare aide was a big decision for me, but the support from Travel Nursing Jobs Canada made all the difference. They handled the logistics of my relocation, allowing me to focus on what I do best: caring for patients. Alberta has offered me a wealth of experiences, from bustling city hospitals to serene rural settings. I'm grateful for the warm welcome and endless opportunities I've found here. If you're considering a career move, this is your sign to go for it!

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Flo Medical Staffing is a travel nurse agency that is working to bring positive change and influence to Canadian healthcare for both facility staff and its employees. In creating and fostering a community of knowledgeable and adventurous healthcare professionals, Flo Medical Staffing brings skillful leaders into understaffed healthcare environments to provide support for facilities while creating opportunities for our employees to live a balanced life of work and adventure.

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The majority of  nurses in Canada are experiencing burnout from the ongoing staffing crisis. These effects go far beyond the individual nurses and disperse out systemically, directly impacting patient care and therefore the communities of BC and Canada. Our mission is to create an environment through innovation and intention that combats burnout, prioritizes all aspects of health, properly compensates staff while assisting in safe staffing levels in Canadian healthcare facilities.

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Since 1997, Bayshore has supported diverse Indigenous communities (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) in Canada’s remote areas and regions by providing care to everyone from newborns to elders. On our team, you’ll receive unlimited potential for professional and personal growth and even more location choices.

We are looking for all types of healthcare professionals in many provinces and territories. Come join the best travel team in the country. See all opportunities below.

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• Travel RN (Yukon)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Manitoba)
• Public Health Nurse (PHN) (BC)
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) (Ontario)
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) (Manitoba)
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) (Alberta)
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• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Nunavut)
• MHN/RPN (Registered Psychiatric Nurse) (Nunavut)
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) (Nunavut)
• Public Health Nurse (PHN) (Nunavut)
• RN Pediatrics, RN Surgery, RN Obstetrics (NWT)
• Community Health Nurse (CHN) (Ontario)
• Emergency, Med-Surg, ICU (Yukon)
• Mental Health Nurse, RPN (Registered Psychiatric Nurse) (Yukon)

Communities We Serve

Why travel on assignments with bayshore.

We build lasting relationships with our travel team and are dedicated to setting you up for success and providing continuous support throughout your assignment. Our goal is to make you feel safe, comfortable, and confident while providing the best possible care within your scope of practice

• Fully paid travel and accommodations
• Highly competitive pay and benefits package
• Bonus Incentives
• Comprehensive orientation
• Diverse assignments
• Flexible schedules
• Work/life balance

Who we hire

We hire healthcare professionals who provide primary and emergency care in clinical and hospital settings. Depending on the location, there are also opportunities to work in long term care facilities, health centres, hospitals and in the community with home care and Public Health.

Check out our current northern staffing job opportunities for full details and apply today .

Opportunity Spotlight

Bayshore Northern Staffing was recently awarded a multi year staffing contract as the primary provider to the many communities across Nunavut’s three regions – meaning all available assignments are given to Bayshore first to fill!

Meet our Team

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Sakina Abbas, NP-PHC, MN Nurse Educator

Leslie Marvell MN NP-PHC CHPCN(c) CON(c) Clinical Operations Lead

Jacqueline Simms R.N., B.N, M.N.  Manager of Clinical Practice & Recruitment

Bayley Naken, BScN Manager of Clinical Practice

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Join our team of travel nurses who get to explore new communities while expanding their career!

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Many hospitals require nurses to have previous work experience in an acute healthcare environment to be hired. We recognize that this can be a major employment barrier and are excited to offer our travel nursing program as a solution!

If you are an experienced nurse or recent graduate from an RN, RPN, or LPN program, you can apply!  Take advantage of our program to gain greater clinical expertise and open doors to employment opportunities in your home province.

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Travel Nursing from Canada!

Your international travel nursing ticket to the usa.

Want to join fellow Canadian nurses working in the USA?

Travel nursing from Canada to the US is easier than you might think. At Aya Healthcare, we handle the paperwork so you can focus on what you do best: taking care of patients. We’ll take care of everything else.

And we mean EVERYTHING! We don’t think coming to the USA should cost you a lot of time or money. That’s why we offer this concierge service to make things as easy as possible.

Become a Canadian Nurse Working in the USA

International travel nursing can be intimidating. That’s why we walk you through each step of the process.

What’s the timeline for travel nursing from Canada? The short answer is around six months (with Aya). That’s around half the time it would take you to do it on your own or go through other Canadian travel nursing agencies. Our experts walk you through the process and review your paperwork for errors before you submit. We get you there faster by removing the barriers that slow your application.

As a Canadian nurse moving to the USA, here’s what you’ll need:

VisaScreen certification through CGFNS

CGFNS evaluates your education/credentials and verifies that you can work in the US by granting the VisaScreen certification. If you qualify for our licensure project (see right) we'll reimburse your $540 application fee once you start working. And more good news ... we can take care of the following requirements simultaneously. Again, the ENTIRE process should only take six months.

US State License

You’ve applied for VisaScreen certification. Great job! Now you need a US state license (we’ll pay for this too if you qualify). This can take anywhere from 4-12 weeks to be issued. Again, we can work on your license while you’re waiting for your VisaScreen certification.

Book a travel nursing job!

Now, you’re ready to go. Because you’re smart, you’re working with an experienced Canadian travel nursing agency. As we say in the US, “this isn’t our first rodeo.” We have deep relationships with facilities across the country. We know which healthcare facilities will book you with some of the paperwork pending.

Border crossing documentation

Congrats! You got a job and it’s time to join your fellow Canadian travel nurses in the USA! We’ll walk you through what you need to bring. Gather that documentation and cross the border within 10 days of your contract start date. Request TN Status (AKA the TN Visa for Canadian nurses) at the border. Again, we’ll help with this!

Apply for a US Social Security Number

Once you’re in the US, it’s time to apply for your social security number. This number allows you to work in any state. You should get your social security card in the mail in 4-8 weeks. This won’t affect your timeline. You can work at certain facilities while waiting for your social security card.

(Offices are currently closed due to COVID-19. This doesn't affect your ability to work.)

If any of this sounds complicated, don’t worry! We send you detailed instructions for each step of the process, track the status of your application and provide updates along the way. We have an expert licensing team dedicated to Canadian nurses. They can answer questions and provide guidance. Contact them anytime!

Start Travel Nursing in the US Today!

Here’s what it takes to qualify for Aya’s licensing project:

• RN degree from a Canadian nursing program
• At least 2 years of experience in your specialty
• Proof you passed the NCLEX

If you don't fit these criteria, don't be discouraged. Get in touch with us, we're still happy to help any way we can.

Meet travel nurses in the USA

Aya Healthcare is the preferred supplier at multiple facilities in North Carolina, New York, Minnesota, Washington and Texas. We can get you licensed quickly in those states. While you’re working your first contract (which will likely last 13 weeks or longer) we’ll help you get licensed in any state of your choosing!

We have a deep understanding of the units we staff and of fluctuations in census across the country. Essentially, we know when facilities will need RNs. We can book you assignments months in advance and ensure the units you choose are a good fit for your skill set and personality. These career planning services are just part of the package you get with Aya Healthcare.

Aya is your travel insurance policy.

International travel nursing opens the door to many wonderful experiences, but anytime you travel you may encounter bumps in the road. Things happen. When they do, we’ll be there.

We have 9,000+ open RN assignments across the country. (If you ever have an assignment cancelled, we’ll find you another #JobSecurity!) If you miss your flight and get stranded at the airport, if you have a clinical issue on the job, if you’re sick and can’t make a shift … never fear. We’ll be here. 24/7. We’ll send you an emergency contact number so you can reach us at all hours of the day or night.

Don’t want to go it alone? No problem. Bring a friend (or friends). If you ever get lonely as a Canadian nurse working in the USA, refer someone! With our smooth, easy process for getting you ready to work stateside, feel free to entice as many Canadian RNs as you’d like to join you on your journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you skipped the top of this page you may not know, so we’ll say it again … absolutely! Apply now and we’ll help get you started.

Pretty easy if you stick with us. We’ll walk you through the process and make sure everything goes smoothly. We have an expert team who’ve helped hundreds of Canadian nurses working in the USA. They can help you too.

In general, you’ll make more as a travel nurse in the United States than as a permanent nurse in Canada. Pay depends on where you go: states and specialties pay differently. Your recruiter (we’ll assign you one when you apply) can help you maximize your pay!

Good question! That’s up to you. You can either choose housing that we provide or take a housing stipend and find a place on your own. If you prefer the stipend, our housing team can provide you with resources that should make your search easy and, dare we say, enjoyable?

We’d love to! We bet we’ve answered a lot of your questions higher up on this page. But, if you have a question that isn’t answered on this page or would just like to talk things through, contact us and we’ll be in touch.

Aya Healthcare will provide your TN letter if you book an assignment with us. Travel nursing in the US here you come!

We might be biased, but we think you’ve found us. 😊 Check out our reviews if you’re looking for external corroboration that we’re one of the best travel nursing agencies for Canadian nurses.

You’ll have an entire Aya support team to help with each step of your journey. Your recruiter is your first point of contact (he or she is your guru, your guide.) We’ll also assign you housing , payroll and licensing experts — plus a travel experience specialist to make sure you’re happy with everything, down to the tiniest details of your assignment.

There are many reasons Canadian nurses work in the USA. Some are looking to expand their clinical skill set by working in new facilities, others want to travel to new and exciting places and some are looking to make great money. Some want all the above! Whatever your reasons for international travel nursing, we’re more than happy to help.

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9 Best Travel Nurse Companies of 2024

Are you ready to try travel nursing? Working with a travel nurse staffing agency can make it easier to find travel nursing jobs and to negotiate pay rates and benefits. An agency gives you a point of contact who can help you navigate job listings and compensation packages.

The sooner you find the right company, the faster you can start traveling. We’ve found the best travel nurse companies of 2024 to help you find the right fit for you.

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9 Best Travel Nursing Agencies

All of these companies offer the basics such as housing, benefits, travel reimbursement, staffing in all 50 states, and 24-hour customer support.

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How To Choose a Travel Nursing Company

When looking for the best travel nursing company to suit your needs, you first have to know what your needs are.

Here are a few questions to ask yourself when considering travel nursing companies:

• Are you going to need health insurance?
• How important is it that you contribute to your retirement?
• Do you prefer to find your own housing, or do you want your company to find it for you?
• Where do you want to travel?
• How do you plan on getting there?
• Do you plan on working per diem as well?
• What kind of healthcare facilities are you hoping to work in?

What to Look for in a Travel Nursing Agency

When looking into travel nurse agencies, you should first make sure that they provide the basics: free housing or a housing stipend, health and dental insurance, a retirement plan, travel reimbursement, 24-hour customer support, and a variety and abundance of travel nursing jobs all over the country.

1. The Travel Nurse Housing Options

Do you want your agency to find housing for you, or do you want to take the housing stipend and search for housing yourself?

I personally found it much easier to have my agency set up my housing for me. This way, I knew it was safe, furnished, close to where I was working, and paid for. If there were any problems, all I had to do was call my company, and it would be handled.

Many people choose to find their own housing and take the housing stipend instead. There are pros and cons to this choice:

Pros To Choosing Housing Stipends

• Your housing stipend depends on the city you live in, but oftentimes, it is more than the rent you end up paying. This is a good way to make some extra tax-free cash.
• You can find exactly the type of housing you’re looking for at the price you’re willing to pay. You can rent just a room for yourself and pocket a lot of cash. Or rent an entire house if you’re bringing your family or pets along. If you’re traveling with fellow coworkers, you can find a bigger house to share that fits everyone.
• You can choose where you live. Maybe you’re going to Seattle and you’d rather live downtown and commute to work than vs. living next to the hospital in the suburbs.
• There are several websites and groups now to help you find housing
• Once you’ve done it once, you understand how to find housing and can repeat the process in the next location.

Cons To Choosing Housing Stipends

• It can be difficult to find short-term furnished housing.
• Many landlords require a deposit, so you have to front that money before you get your first paycheck.
• If you end up extending your contract, it’s not guaranteed that your landlord hasn’t rented out the place to someone else.
• If you have never been to that city before, it can also be tough to determine whether a neighborhood is safe or not.

Another thing to keep in mind, if you are traveling with a pet, it may make it difficult to find your own housing. Oftentimes, travel nurse agencies have housing already contracted that accepts pets.

There are pros and cons to using your a travel nurse agency’s contracted housing vs. finding your own housing. It just depends on how much time and effort you can put into the search and if you’re hoping to pocket any extra housing stipend cash.

2. The Benefits Offered

The majority of travel nurse companies offer health and dental insurance.

Now that the Affordable Care Act is in place, it might be wise to research whether or not it would be more cost-effective for you to go with your agency’s healthcare plan or purchase one of your own through healthcare.org. The benefit of going through healthcare.org is that if you do plan on switching travel nurse agencies, you won’t have to change your insurance.

Some smaller travel nurse companies will give you a healthcare stipend if you don’t take their health insurance so you can purchase your own.

As far as retirement plans go, I decided to open up my own Roth IRA and not contribute to the 401K because I didn’t know how long I was going to be traveling.  With some companies you can contribute to your 401K from day 1 and with others you have to wait as long as 1 year.

3. The Travel Nurse Reimbursements

When talking with your potential travel nurse agency, make sure you ask them what the reimbursement is for travel.

“Travel” cost is considered the amount of money it takes you to get from your “tax home” to your travel assignment or from one assignment to the next. Often times this can be negotiated if there is a high need in one state that happens to be across the country.

I have found that the average reimbursement is $500.

They will pay you half on your first paycheck and the other half when you complete your assignment. You have the option of either driving or flying to your next destination. I personally drove to each of my assignments; I couldn’t imagine trying to fit all my belongings into suitcases, and I love road trips.

Important Pay and Benefits Questions to Ask

Not all benefits or pay packages are created equal. It is important to find an agency that offers benefits, housing, and pay packages that are specific to your needs.

1. What destinations does your agency serve?

The whole point of travel nursing is to travel…right? So it is important to find a company that serves the city or cities you want to travel to. Some agencies claim they have contracts nationwide, however, that may not be the case.

If you know of a specific hospital that you would like to travel to because it looks good on your resume or a specific city you want to explore, then make sure your potential agency has a contract at that location. This is especially important if you want to travel to places such as Hawaii and Alaska.

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2. How are your pay packages broken down?

Does the company tend to pay a higher base rate with lower non-taxable reimbursements or a lower base rate with higher non-taxable reimbursements?

Having a higher base rate may serve you better if you plan on taking company housing, plan on buying a house, or getting a loan in the near future. If you are someone who likes to find their own housing, then a higher housing stipend may be the way to go with a lower base rate.

3. What types of housing do you provide?

Most agencies offer a one-bedroom furnished apartment for your typical 13-week contract. This typically does not include dishes, linen, a washer and dryer, a T.V., or even a vacuum. If you don’t like lugging your belongings around with you all over the country or paying out of pocket to rent this stuff, then it may be wise to either ask if the agency provides any of these necessities at no cost or find your own housing.

If your contract is only eight weeks, then you could get stuck in an extended-stay hotel. I personally like to have nice housing, so I wanted a company that focused on providing comfortable and safe housing options. If you like to find your own housing then this may not apply to you.

4. What type of benefits do you offer?

Most agencies offer medical/dental benefits and a retirement package. If these benefits are important to you, then finding a company with good benefits is essential.

If you like to live on the edge with no health benefits and you brush and floss your teeth like a champ, then maybe you don’t care about benefits. If this is the case then you can ask the company if they are willing to pay you a higher base rate for not taking their benefits.

As far as retirement packages go, I found it easier to do my own Roth IRA on the side. This way, if I switched companies I didn’t have to worry about moving my money all over the place.

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5. What types of extra work-related costs do you reimburse for?

Travel nurse companies can reimburse you for the following:

• Licensing fees
• CEU (Continuing Education) requirements
• Certifications
• Required immunizations

Some travel nurse agencies have a CEU database that is free for their employees. This helps cut costs in those states that require a certain number to maintain or acquire a new license.

These extra costs add up over time so it’s nice to know your agency is looking out for your pocketbook.

6. What are your missed and canceled shift policies?

A missed shift means you called in sick, and a canceled shift means they canceled you for low census. For the most part, the hospital determines how the travel nurse agency handles this, and it will be written in your contract.

This is important because in the travel nurse world if you don’t work, you don’t get paid. And in some cases, you may have to reimburse your agency for housing costs.

There may be a clause written in your contract that allows you to “miss” a certain amount of shifts without being penalized. There will also be a clause that states how many shifts the hospital can cancel you. Usually, it’s once a pay period, and your agency shouldn’t require you to reimburse them for housing costs.

There are even some agencies that offer 100% guaranteed shifts meaning no matter what you will not get canceled.

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Other Questions To Ask a Travel Nurse Agency:

• What is the travel reimbursement?
• How much will health insurance cost me?
• If I don’t take health insurance, do I get a healthcare stipend?
• When can I start contributing to my 401K?
• Are there bonuses for extending assignments?
• How often do I get paid?
• Does the company also contract per diem work?
• Do they offer paid time off?
• Are there any referral bonuses available?

Find the Best Travel Nurse Agency for You

There are a number of travel nursing companies to choose from.

Finding the best travel nursing company that fits your needs and a recruiter that has your best interests in mind are absolutely essential for an enjoyable travel nursing experience.

The right staffing agency for you is out there, now is the time to find them!

  Click here for today’s top travel nursing opportunities.

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Canadian Travel Nurse Agency

We connect nurses with jobs that fit like a glove...

While also providing true community & strong support..

Northern Med is a preferred Canadian travel nurse agency, proudly based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We specialize in recruiting quality healthcare professionals and connecting them to Canadian communities, from coast to coast.  In addition to rewarding assignments, exceptional wages, and paid travel + accommodations, NMC fosters a strong sense of community and ensures each member of the team is supported at every stage of their travel nurse journey.

Your happiness matters.

We don't simply place nurses wherever there's a need & hope it works out. we match nurses to their ideal positions - which means happy nurses providing exceptional levels of patient care..

As a point of pride, Northern Med spends an incredible amount of time ensuring our nurses are placed in positions that fit them perfectly.  Unlike most agencies during the matching process, we evaluate placements through a thorough lens; considering things like professional competency & skill, family needs, geographical preferences, work-life balance requests, and a number of other metrics. The result is happy nurses who excel in their jobs and provide exceptional levels of care.

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We are so proud of our Northern Med nurses; super heroes doing incredible work in their field.

I would recommend travel nursing to anyone and would highly recommend working with Northern Med!

"With my first travel nursing contract in Gander, Newfoundland complete - I can honesty say that I have made so many friendships and connections here that will last a lifetime! 🤍 I had the opportunity to work in a new place and to explore a lot on my days off, independently and with friends. I also got to visit a piece of France with my amazing grandparents. Both staff and travel nurses alike have been so good to me and welcomed me to this amazing province. You are all incredible people, and have made this experience the best in the world - I can’t wait to come back! A huge thank you to Northern Medical Connections for being so amazing and supportive through this entire process - you truly made this the BEST experience! I would recommend travel nursing to anyone and would highly recommend working with Northern Med! On to my next adventure! ✌️✈️”

"Everyone at Northern Med has been so kind and they really do care!"

“I'm very happy I decided to take a contract with Northern Med! The staff that I have interacted with have all been so kind and they really do care and make an effort to check in with you. Whenever issues came up, they were quick to address the situation. I loved Nova Scotia so much that I actually extended my contract! I made lots of friends and was able to explore a part of Canada that I probably wouldn't have if it wasn't for travel nursing.”

"I remember always being told my full-time line was the end goal as a new nurse, yet I still felt there had to be more out there for me."

“One year ago, I took a leap of faith. I remember always being told my full-time line was the end goal as a new nurse, yet I still felt there had to be more out there for me. I quit my line, gave away my belongings, signed my first contract and haven’t looked back since. Life has always been good to me, but this season of full-time travel nursing has been unparalleled. Big thanks to NMC for being such a supportive agency and for proving that a fulfilling career and a beautiful adventurous life should exist simultaneously. We don’t need a vacation from a life like this.”

Don't burn out. Burn bright.

Northern Medical Connections (NMC) is a preferred Canadian travel nurse agency, proudly based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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