Travel Nursing Housing Advice

Whether you are an experienced travel nurse or preparing for your first assignment, finding the right housing option is one of the biggest challenges. Beware that if an offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Finding discounted housing off of craigslist or other websites can be risky, you need to be careful when dealing with people and do your research to make sure you know what you are getting into.

Be sure to look at all the options. Check out extended stay hotels or vacation rental websites. Air bnb and Vrbo are popular among travel nurses and can be a great choice for longer stays. Consider living with another traveler, or a family member. Maybe there is a 'room for rent' option with fellow travelers in your area.

Finding a place that is furnished could be a great choice, it comes with furniture and housing necessities and can make your stay much more enjoyable. If you are traveling with pets, make sure you are upfront about your situation and be sure your new home allows them and doesn't have any breed restrictions.

Do your homework, it's important for you to understand the benefits of certain housing options while on assignment. There are great deals for housing out there, but to find your ideal housing situation, you should do some investigating. If you book your assignment early, start looking at housing options that are right for you. If you want that month to month apartment by the beach, start looking ASAP. You can always ask your agency if you need additional help finding housing for your next assignment.