Seasonal Travel Nurse Job with Top Pay and Flexibility

A seasonal travel nursing job is a short-term assignment that takes place during times of high demand, such as flu season, the winter holidays, or summer vacation periods. These roles help healthcare facilities manage staffing shortages and increased patient volumes during specific seasons.

Peak times for seasonal nursing jobs include winter (due to flu season and holiday travel), summer (when permanent staff take vacations), and early fall (start of the school year and cold season). It’s best to start searching and applying 1–2 months in advance of the peak season to secure your ideal assignment.

Seasonal travel nursing offers several benefits:

• Competitive pay (often higher due to urgent staffing needs)
• Flexible scheduling
• Short-term contracts (usually 8–13 weeks)
• Opportunities to work in desirable locations
• The ability to take time off between assignments

You must be a licensed RN with at least one year of recent experience in your specialty area. Depending on the assignment, additional certifications such as BLS, ACLS, or PALS may be required. Some states may also require a current or compact nursing license.

While seasonal demand can vary, specialties commonly in need include:

• Emergency Room (ER)
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Med Surg
• Telemetry
• Labor & Delivery
• Pediatrics
• Flu clinics and vaccination teams