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Supporting Travel Nurses. Strengthening Careers.

Nursing sits at the heart of exceptional patient care. At VHS, we’re a nurse-first staffing partner, matching in-demand travel RNs, LPNs/LVNs, and advanced practice providers with assignments where their skills change lives.

Take Your Travel Nursing Career Somewhere New

Travel nursing is more than a job, it’s a lifestyle that blends your passion for care with the thrill of discovering new places. Typical assignments run about 13 weeks, giving you the perfect mix of adventure and stability.

Each contract lets you:

  • Work in diverse facilities, from major city hospitals to rural critical-access centers
  • Sharpen your clinical skills across new specialties and technologies
  • Grow personally and professionally while exploring communities nationwide

Whether you’re in it for the experience, the income, or the impact, VHS makes sure you’re seen, supported and set up for success.

What You Can Expect

  • Competitive, tax-advantaged pay packages
  • Housing stipends or furnished-housing assistance
  • Weekly direct-deposit pay
  • Day-one health, dental & vision benefit options
  • Credentialing and multi-state license support
  • Honest, transparent communication, always

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Travel Nursing Jobs We Hire For

VHS provides nurses and opportunities in all specialties, including:

  • Advanced Practice Providers
  • Registered Nurses
  • LPN/LVN
  • Medical Assistants
  • Certified Nursing Assistants

Some of the roles we’re actively hiring for include:

  • ICU
  • ER
  • Med-Surg
  • Telemetry
  • Stepdown/PCU
  • Operating Room & PACU
  • Behavioral Health
  • Long-Term Care
  • Respiratory Therapists and Allied Health

Louisiana-Based, Nationwide Travel Nursing Jobs

Rooted in the heart of Louisiana, VHS combines Southern hospitality with coast-to-coast reach, connecting you to travel nursing assignments in every region of the United States. Whether you want a bustling urban trauma center, a rural critical-access hospital, or a beach-side clinic, our nationwide network lets you explore new places while keeping the comfort of a Louisiana-grown support team behind you.

Ready to Start Your Adventure?

Know your next destination or still exploring? Browse open travel assignments and take the next step in your travel nursing journey.

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FAQs for First-Time Travel Nurses

How long is a typical Travel Nursing assignment?

Most nationwide travel nursing jobs start at around 13 weeks, but assignment length can vary based on specialty, facility needs, and location. Some nurses extend the same contract, while others use each placement to build a longer travel nursing career with opportunities in different markets across the U.S. If you’re exploring travel nursing jobs USA-wide, learn more about VieMed’s travel nurse staffing and recruiting.

How much experience do I need?

Generally, at least 12 months of recent bedside experience in your specialty within the last three years is preferred before you accept your first travel role.

How does pay work?

Your compensation usually includes an hourly wage plus tax-free stipends for housing, meals and incidentals (if you qualify), along with reimbursements for approved travel costs. Exact figures depend on specialty, location and facility needs.

Do travel nurses get benefits with Viemed Healthcare Staffing?

Benefit offerings vary by assignment. Many travelers choose health insurance, 401(k) options, and other coverages through VHS. Ask your recruiter for plan details on your specific contract. Check out 13 benefits of Travel Nursing.

Can travel nurses bring family or pets?

Absolutely. Talk with your recruiter about pet-friendly housing or larger accommodations if you plan to travel with loved ones.

Do I have to sort out licenses and compliance on my own?

No. Your VHS recruiter and compliance specialists outline exactly what each facility needs, help schedule any required tests, and can guide you with licensing or certification.

For Employers Who Need Reliable Nursing Support

When staffing gaps put pressure on your team, your patients feel it, and so do you. Our travel nursing staffing solutions shoulder the load so you can stay focused on care.

At VHS, we move fast to place skilled, credentialed travel nurses, delivering minimal onboarding friction and full support throughout each assignment.

Whether you’re facing seasonal demand, unexpected call-outs, or long-term vacancies, our travel nursing staffing experts will help you fill the gaps without compromising care.

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