Explore the most popular Travel Nursing & Allied frequently asked questions below.
New nurse
You’ll need a year of nursing staff experience in your specialty before you travel with Advantis Medical. About 3-5 months before the year is up set up your AdvantisConnect profile and chat with your recruiter so your travel career is ready to start when you are!
Experienced nurse / new traveler
Looking to broaden your experience and increase your earnings? Get started today! You can take your time deciding which skills to take on the road. Your recruiter can help talk you through the differences between travel and staff roles to help you feel prepared for this new journey.
Current traveler
You know the drill. We’re here to support your professional career and personal fulfillment. Explore jobs, complete your profile, and 1-click apply for thousands of available travel jobs today.
Most travel jobs last 13 weeks. You may also hear them called assignments, contracts, or roles – they’re all the same. Some contracts are as short as 8 weeks and they can last up to 26 weeks. All Advantis Medical job listings have complete information, including duration. Control your career by extending the roles you love or taking a few weeks to recover when you want. Flexibility is one of the best perks of travel nursing.
Absolutely! Traveling in a pair or more will let you share the fun and financial requirements while adding a feeling of connection to home. Bringing the people who brighten your life transforms travel assignments into shared adventures.
You can absolutely take an assignment close to home! Whether you can receive stipends depends on how close you live to your job.
Your recruiter can answer any additional questions for you.
Here’s what is needed to work with Advantis Medical. Please note, each facility may have its own requirements, too.
A profile in AdvantisConnect is not required but it is extremely helpful for your search.
Yes! Advantis Medical proudly supports first-time travel nurses. Our personalized concierge recruiting process guides you every step of the way—from building your profile and finding your first assignment to securing housing and navigating contract extensions. It’s a seamless experience designed for new travelers, and even seasoned professionals appreciate the ongoing support. Starting your travel nurse journey has never been easier!
No. All our travelers qualify for free concierge service. Chat with your recruiter to learn how we can help you land the job of your dreams quickly and hassle-free!
Keep your profile complete and up to date for the best travel job matches. Follow these steps for success:
As an employee of Advantis Medical, you’ll receive comprehensive onboarding support to ensure a smooth start to your travel nursing assignment. A dedicated Advantis team member will guide you through every step, including credentialing, submitting HR documentation, understanding first-day instructions, timekeeping and payroll processes, policy overviews, available support resources, and benefits enrollment. We make sure you're confident and prepared before day one.
Advantis Medical nurses are employees. That means we withhold and pay your income taxes, and offer health insurance, Worker’s Compensation, and additional benefits. Benefits start day one. Talk to your recruiter for details.
You can apply as early—or as close to your desired start date—as you’d like. With AdvantisConnect, you can filter travel nursing jobs by start date to match your availability. Whether you’re planning months ahead or ready to start an assignment in just a few days, we’ve got options for you. To stay prepared, keep your profile up to date and make sure you have the latest version of our app. That way, you're ready to apply the moment the right opportunity appears.
Short answer, no. To ensure your success and that you’re able to best meet the demands of your travel job, we recommend you have 6-12 months of recent experience in the specialty you’re applying for. If you’re interested in changing specialties, we recommend building your skill set in a staff position before taking your talent on the road.
Here’s what you need to complete your profile for submission. If you collect everything you’ll need before you get started, you can complete your profile in less than 10 minutes!
We’ve made inputting and updating your information in AdvantisConnect quick and easy! And remember, your recruiter and Clinician Success Team are always here for you!
Absolutely! Create your profile when you develop an interest in a travel clinician career. There’s no charge and no obligation to get started. And taking the time to set up an AdvantisConnect profile now means it will be ready to serve you the second you decide to travel! Plus, a completed profile gives you access to EVERY job in our massive inventory. What better way to research a new career? When your recruiter reaches out, simply let them know where you are in your travel journey, so they adjust their communication style and frequency to serve you best!
Advantis Medical travelers are paid weekly via direct deposit. Download our timekeeping app for added ease and convenience! Not all agencies pay weekly! If you work with another agency, check with them for their policy.
Even if you’re traveling solo, you’re never alone with Advantis Medical. Your recruiter is always just a call, text, or message away. Plus, we have a 24/7 emergency line specifically for clinicians, so help is available anytime you need it. Our dedicated Clinician Advocate Team is also here to ensure that any issues are resolved quickly and efficiently—so you can focus on delivering great patient care with confidence.
Orientation for travel nurses varies by facility, but you can expect thorough on-site training to help you feel confident and prepared. Most travel nurse orientations include unit-specific training, compliance protocols, and an overview of hospital policies. If you have additional questions or need support during onboarding, your dedicated Clinician Success Team is always available to help ensure a smooth transition.
With Advantis Medical, travel assignments range from 36 – 48 hours/week depending on the contract. Specific details like guaranteed hours/call-offs will be covered in the contract. Your recruiter can answer any other questions!
Advantis Medical does not provide agency housing. Instead, our travelers get a generous stipend and any help needed to get settled. This gives you the freedom to live where you want and lets you pocket any leftover money, too! Agency-provided housing, on the other hand, is deducted from your paycheck. Either way, you pay for your living arrangements.
You can check whether your license is compact through Nursys. This database will give you verification of your nurse licensure, practice privileges, and compact status.
Can I apply for a compact license?
Your ability to apply for a compact license is determined by your primary state of residence.
You must declare a compact state as your primary state of residence to be eligible for a multistate license.
If you are licensed in a compact state, you can check what states you’re licensed to work in through Nursys.
If you are licensed in a non-compact state and want to work in a compact state, you must apply for that state’s license. You do not qualify for a compact license.
If you are licensed in a state with pending legislation, you’ll have to wait until the legislation passes to apply.
Have more questions? Reach out to your recruiter who’ll be happy to get answers for you.
If your primary state of residence is a compact state and you want to work in a non-compact state, you must apply for that state’s license.
No. Your declared primary state of residence must be in a compact state for you to hold a compact license.
No. Advantis Medical will not disclose your personal information without your consent. Read our Privacy Policy for more info.
We staff contract travel roles for Registered Nurses, Allied Health Workers, and Post-Acute Care Workers. Check out our Job Center to browse our latest openings.
Yes! We add new travel jobs throughout the US daily. Search our open jobs and filter by state to start your next adventure!
Our business hours are Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm CST.
Travel clinicians who need support can also use the contact information in the “My Team” tab in AdvantisConnect. We look forward to connecting with you!
Yes! You can earn $500 per referral with your unique referral link in your AdvantisConnect dashboard. Share that link to easily earn big money!
Here's how it works:
Our Clinical Manager is your Advantis Medical ally. Feel free to reach out for clinical guidance, facility questions, or support on your first assignment. As a highly experienced critical care nurse in surgical, trauma, and cardiothoracic areas, along with serving as a manager/director, our CM has the background to deliver the answers needed when and how you need them.