Nº 01 · The Settlement Source: Staffing Industry Analysts · Oct 2025 $4.4 million in receipts. A travel nurse staffing firm just agreed to pay $4.4M to settle a wage suit alleging two practices that nurses have been calling out for years: stipends excluded from overtime calculations, and contract pay rates reduced after nurses had … Read more
The fine print on travel contracts shapes your day-to-day more than the headline rate. Pin these topics down early so there are fewer surprises mid-assignment.
Peer reviews are one of your best pre-contract tools—if you know what to look for. Here is a practical framework for interpreting ratings and write-ups before you commit.
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Official responses can build trust—or erode it. Here is what travelers often appreciate when a hospital speaks up on a public review.
The facilities with the best traveler reputation usually share the same operational habits. They aren’t perfect; they are predictable, communicative, and accountable. What high-trust facilities consistently do Set expectations early: clear float rules, escalation paths, and unit norms on day one. Protect orientation quality: no rushed onboarding. Respond publicly to feedback: provider replies acknowledge concerns … Read more
Your first assignment can shape your entire travel-nurse experience. The fastest way to avoid a bad fit is to evaluate facilities systematically before signing. Use this 7-point checklist Ratios and float expectations: Ask what “normal” looks like on your target unit. Orientation quality: Verify days, preceptor structure, and unit-specific onboarding. Management responsiveness: Look for patterns … Read more
Travel nurses are balancing two priorities in 2026: strong pay packages and day-to-day livability. Based on current contract patterns, housing pressure, and hospital demand signals, these are the markets worth watching. How we evaluate a strong market Total package value: taxable + stipend Housing pressure: how far stipends go in real neighborhoods Demand consistency: not … Read more
