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Travel nurse jobs in Birmingham, AL, remain steady thanks to strong demand across the city’s major hospital systems. UAB Hospital, Alabama’s largest Level I trauma center, regularly hires travel RNs to support high-acuity ICUs and busy emergency departments. Weekly travel pay often reflects the intensity of these clinical environments, keeping contract demand reliable throughout the metro.

Because Alabama participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, many travel nurses can start assignments faster without separate licensing steps. Housing costs near neighborhoods like Avondale or downtown medical campuses are often easier to manage than larger Southern metros. Supported by 700+ positive traveler reviews, Advantis Medical focuses on transparent pay packages and reliable contract placements. Explore the open travel nurse contracts below to review current shifts and start dates.

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Open Travel RN Jobs Near Birmingham

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36 Open Travel Nursing Jobs in Birmingham, Alabama — Updated March 18

  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB Hospital
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $1,995/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $1,995 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB Hospital
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $1,971/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $1,971 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Med Surg Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB Hospital
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $1,971/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $1,971 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB Hospital
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Sun IconDays
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $2,018/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $2,018 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    PCU Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Sun IconDays
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $2,100/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $2,100 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    CVICU Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $2,054/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $2,054 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Med Surg Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $1,966/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $1,966 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $1,966/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $1,966 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Cath Lab Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Sun IconDays
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $2,802/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $2,802 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    ICU Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $1,966/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $1,966 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    ICU Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Sun IconDays
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $1,907/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $1,907 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Med Surg Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $2,100/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $2,100 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Stepdown Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $2,100/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $2,100 Weekly
  • High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.

    Med Surg Travel Nurse Job in Birmingham, AL

     UAB St. Vincent's
    📍Birmingham, AL
    Moon IconNights
    Duration13 Weeks
    📍Birmingham, AL
    $2,100/wk
    High Extension Rate
    Current travelers consistently choose to stay for another contract, signaling a great work environment and overall positive experience.
    Quick Feedback
    Thanks to our strong relationship with this facility, submissions are typically reviewed within 24–72 hours.
    $2,100 Weekly
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Birmingham, AL: Real-Time Snapshot

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  • 36 Travel Nursing Jobs Open in Birmingham
  • 32 Advantis Travelers in Birmingham
  • Mar 28th Earliest Start Date
  • May 2nd Latest Start Date
  • $2,802/wk Highest Paying Job in Birmingham
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Perks of Travel Nursing Near Birmingham, AL

Birmingham, AL offers travel nurses a strong blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility. UAB Hospital (35233)—Alabama’s largest Level I Trauma Center and a Magnet-recognized teaching hospital—is one of Advantis Medical’s top partners. With high-volume Med Surg, PCU, ICU, and Stepdown units, it’s a top choice for experienced RNs.

Beyond the hospital, Birmingham features a mix of walkable neighborhoods, live music, scenic parks, and cultural landmarks like the Civil Rights Institute and the 16th Street Baptist Church. Southside (35205) and downtown (35203) offer vibrant dining and quick access to UAB. For a quieter stay, travel nurses enjoy nearby communities with short commutes and great amenities.

Nearby areas to consider:

  • Homewood (35209) – Suburban, walkable, and close to UAB
  • Vestavia Hills (35216) – Scenic with flexible short-term housing
  • Mountain Brook (35223) – Quiet, upscale, and convenient
  • Trussville (35173) – Family-friendly and budget-conscious

FAQs -- Travel RN Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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Which hospitals in Birmingham offer travel nurse contracts?

UAB Hospital is Birmingham’s largest academic medical center and a top destination for Med Surg, PCU, ICU, and Stepdown travel nurses. This Magnet-designated facility features advanced critical care units, high-volume floors, and consistent demand for experienced RNs.

Where can I find travel nurse jobs near Birmingham?

Right here in the Advantis Medical job center! Travel RN jobs are posted daily in and near Birmingham. You can filter jobs by zip code or neighborhood using our live job board.

What is the average weekly pay for travel nursing jobs in Birmingham, AL?

The currently weekly pay for assignments in Birmingham ranges from $1,646 to $2,125 per week, depending on shift type and specialty.

Can I find travel RN jobs in Birmingham with flexible scheduling options?

Absolutely. Many Birmingham facilities offer flexible shift types, including 3x12s, 4x12s, block schedules, and both AM or PM shift options. UAB Hospital in particular is known for offering fast onboarding and contracts tailored to experienced travel nurses.

What makes Birmingham a great city for travel nurses?

Birmingham blends Southern hospitality with urban energy. Travel nurses love the city's affordability, walkable neighborhoods, food scene (including James Beard-recognized restaurants), and historical depth—from the 16th Street Baptist Church to the Civil Rights Institute. It’s also centrally located for weekend getaways across the Southeast.

What are the best Birmingham neighborhoods for travel nurse housing?

Popular neighborhoods for travel nurses include Southside for its walkability and proximity to UAB, and Homewood for its balance of comfort and convenience. For a quieter stay, consider Mountain Brook or Vestavia Hills, both offering short commutes, furnished rentals, and great local amenities.

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