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Top 100 Travel Nursing Blogs

A new trend in nursing, travel nursing provides the opportunity to provide healthcare in many different parts of the country and world. However, the internet can be a confusing place to sort it all out. Learn from someone who has already done it by reading these top travel nursing blogs. In addition, there are also top travel nursing associations, communities, publications, and more.

Top Sites for Beginning Travel Nurses

Stop by these sites first for an introduction to nursing, travel, education, and other areas.

1. Discover Nursing: This site stands out for its ability to provide the who, what, why, and how of nursing. Learn about benefits and salaries, use the ask a nurse option, get scholarship information, and much more.

2. Nurse.com: This is the home of Nursing Spectrum and NurseWeek, a leading source of local and national nursing news, jobs, and continuing education. You can also view a free online edition of their magazine, or get tons of other resources.

3. Nurse Zone: Get all sorts of information for career advancement, student nurses, recent graduates, and travel nurses. Be sure to check out the job tips and video library for more.

4. All Nursing Schools: If you are interested in a degree program or school, stop by this leading online directory for more information. There are also useful articles on the site, and current ones include growing need and the top five hottest careers in nursing.

5. RNCentral: Stop here for information on schools, degrees, and programs for nurses. The library also has many articles on the best in nursing.

6. NursingNet: Visit this site for online nursing resources, including career information. There are also sections for schools, services, and even travel nursing.

Top Travel Nursing Blogs

These blogs are written and maintained by current or former travel nurses. 

7. Travel Nurse’s Blog: A community of travel nurses answer every question imaginable. Get info on daily life, job tips, travel tips, and much more.

8. Highway Hypodermics: This blog and site are where travel nurses make a difference, one hospital at a time. They also have useful articles, questionnaires, gifts, and more.

9. Ask the Travel Nursing Expert: Shalon is an RN, MSN, and travel nurse expert. Stop by her blog for answers to common questions, or send in your own.

10. TheTravelNurse: Pauline was unhappy as a staff nurse and made the jump to travel nurse. Many posts involve advice and daily experiences.

11. Travel Nurse AIM: Amy is a travel nurse, wife, and mom. Latest posts are on a hilarious patient discharge and her flooded house.

12. TravelRNgab: This blogger started writing to sift through the clutter of a first travel nurse assignment. Although there is only about one blog post a month, it is worth a look.

13. HT Blogger: This blog is maintained by the “Healthcare Traveler.” Recent posts include the basics of traveling, seasonal flu, and swine flu.

14. Tanzania Health and Education Mission: Headquartered California, this is a non-profit organization established to support the local health clinics and schools in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania. Read more about their mission and how you can help.

15. Gary’s Travels: Gary worked in a hospital and is spending the next five years traveling with his wife. See how they are doing by checking out the blog.

16. Jilly: She is the “no-longer-traveling nurse” but still has wisdom to share. There hasn’t been a post in a while, but if you have the time to read lengthy entries, check it out. 

Top Travel Nursing Blog by an Agency

In order to attract clients, agencies also maintain useful travel nurse blogs.

17. Ask Conrad: Part of Travel Nursing USA, Conrad specializes in answering the questions of travel nurses. Sample questions include traveling with family, most hated area of nursing, and the most common question he gets.

18. Travel Nursing Job Notes: This blog is maintained by Travel Nurse Source, a provider of jobs. Recent posts include the advantages of a BSN, nursing shortage, and the value of travel nurses to healthcare.

19. Expedientmedstaff: They also staff travel nurse jobs in addition to the blog. Get stories from travel nurses, tips, and more.

20. Go Travel Nursing: Get a Travel Nurse 101 on the homepage of this site. The blog contains Mark’s tips and advice for travel nurses.

21. RxNurseNetwork: This site first started out as a travel nurse resource and has evolved into something more. Get resources for health and nursing, in addition to travel here.

22. The Nursing School: Aimed at helping travel nurses get education, there is also a blog. Posts generally revolve around the educational aspect of travel nursing. 

Top Nursing Blogs

Get the best in nursing advice for your travels with these top blogs. 

23. Nurse Ratched’s Place: Mother Jones is an RN who believes that “sanity is madness put to good use.” Get a ton of blog entries with that philosophy in mind by stopping by here.

24. Codeblog: This blogger has been an intensive care nurse for 11 years. Her blog is about experiences as a nurse, and the experiences of others in the healthcare system – patients, nurses, doctors, paramedics.

25. Off the Charts: This blog is written by the experts of the AJN. Recent posts include obesity, healthcare reform, and the media.

26. ADVANCE: This site has many resources for nurses, including a well maintained blog. A community of nurses tell you everything from how to find a job to managing patients.

27. Emergiblog: Kim is an ER nurse from San Francisco with 28 years of experience. Read true life tales of the ER and many other nursing tips here.

28. Mental Nurse: A team of nurse bloggers from the United Kingdom post about everything nursing and mental. Check out posts such as This Week in Mentalists, Students Guide to Acute Inpatient Wards, and The Day Mental Illness Took Your Life Away. 

Top Sites for Travel Nursing Advice

These sites are not blogs, but are still full of advice for the travel nurse.

29. Travel Nursing: This leading online community also has a special section for travel nurses. Current threads include contract tips, questions to ask, and housing.

30. Travel Nursing Tips: Also a leading blog, take a look at some of the more common questions in travel nursing as answered by an expert. Recent entries are on finding your way around a new city and how to choose your next assignment.

31. AllExperts: Simply click under Nursing to get expert answers to many nursing questions. You can also get other responses to medical questions.

32. Live Chat Board: Travel Nursing Jobs allows visitors to chat live with employers who have positions matching the chosen selection criteria. Perfect for those who needs some help landing a job or those who are ready.

33. Nurse Traveler: Peter has been a nurse for over 36 years and keeps this site to answer travel nurse questions. Be sure to check out the interview questions and evaluation/reference tool.

34. Health Grades: Want to know which physician, hospital, or nursing home to apply to? Then check out this leading independent rating organization with hundreds of thousands of entries. 

Top Publications for Travel Nurses

Have a look at these leading travel nurse and nursing publications for up to date information. 

36. Healthcare Traveler: This magazine is dedicated to healthcare travel professionals. In addition to articles, there are clinical tools, a community, and more.

37. The American Journal of Nursing: You don’t have to subscribe to this publication to take advantage of its many resources. They have articles available online, a blog, and even a series of podcasts.

38. CINAHL: The Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature is a comprehensive resource for nursing and allied health literature. There is even a Nursing Reference Center with items just for nurses.

39. Emerging Infectious Diseases Journal: Stay on top of the latest outbreaks and pandemics by reading this publication from the CDC. Get information online, download a PDF, or listen to a podcast.

40. Journal Watch: Visit this site for a sort of “Reader’s Digest” of all medical sites. Get information from blogs, news, sites, audio, and various specialties.

41. Nursing Standard: A leading magazine for the nurses of the U.K., the archives contain over 5,000 educational articles. Must register to take advantage.

42. Nursing Practice: Another publication from the United Kingdom, this one has resources available to visitors. There is even a section with forums, blogs, ideas, and debate.

43. Online Journal of Nursing Informatics: The OJNI is a free, international, professional publication that focuses on nursing informatics in all practice settings. Check out the current issues, archives, or listen to a podcast.

44. National Database of Nursing Quality Indicators: The NDNQI is a proprietary database that collects and evaluates nurse-sensitive data from hospitals in the United States. All visitors can download the PDF for free.

45. Nursing Books: If you need a book or publication for nursing, stop by this online store. They have several different subjects, featured items, and an online category. 

Top Associations for Travel Nurses

Learn more about membership in these travel and nursing associations, or take advantage of some of their resources.

46. American Nursing Association: Visit here to learn more about the benefits of becoming a member or get tons of tools for non members. They include a career center, certification, information for students, and more.

47. PanTravelers: This non-profit is a voice and advocacy group for healthcare travelers. Options include a forum, resources, articles, initiatives, and membership information.

48. National Institute of Nursing Research: The mission of NINR is to promote and improve the health of individuals, families, communities, and populations. You can learn more about their research, see what they are up to now, and even get information on training opportunities.

49. American Academy of Nurse Practitioners: This site offers a publication, legislative action, and even career links. The publications tab also has many resources for nurse practitioners.

50. American Assembly for Men in Nursing: The purpose of AAMN is to provide a framework for nurses as a group to influence factors which affect men as nurses. You can get information on chapters, scholarships, a newsletter, and more.

51. National Black Nurses Association: This is the site for nurses who are African American. Journals and newsletters are available online, along with membership information and initiatives.

52. Tobacco Free Nurses: Are you a nurse who is embarrassed by your smoking habit but need help quitting? There are many resources available here, and there are even items to help get your patients to quit.

53. National Student Nurses’ Association: With a membership of approximately 50,000 nationwide, the NSNA mentors the professional development of future nurses. Resources include live chat, meetings, publications, and more. 

Top International Associations for Travel Nurses

If you live outside of the United States and are a travel nurse, these associations might be for you. 

54. Canadian Nurses Association: Available in both English and French, this site has many resources for those who practice in, or wish to practice in, Canada. There are also special sections for publications and articles on current issues.

55. British Nursing Association: Since 1948, the BNA is one of the most established nursing agencies in the UK. Resources include temps, sister agencies, client support, and more.

56. NSW Nurses’ Association: Stop here to get resources for Australian nurses. You can read the latest news, issues, and even get information on your rights as a nurse. 

Top Communities for Travel Nurses

These communities are specifically designed by and/or for travel nurses. 

57. Travel Nursing Central: The community and site are full of answers and support for the traveling medical community. Members get travel advice, hospital picks, tax info, and more.

58. Travel Nurse Magazine: The community here includes bulletin boards, a chat room, games, and photos. You can also search for a job, or post your resume.

59. Travel Nurses & Therapists: These forums are especially for travel nurses. Simply sign up to post messages, participate in chats, and build your own custom member profile.

60. TNT Recruiting Board: Similar to the above, these forums are especially for those seeking a position. You can also get advice for landing the job. 

Top Communities for Nurses

If you have a new travel nursing position, stop by these communities to make friends, get advice, etc.

61. allnurse: This leading nursing community contains news, blogs, articles, and even sections by region or specialty. Thousands of members and visitors visit the site each day.

62. Nursing Link: This site is a growing community of active, retired, and student nurses. Other resources include tips on becoming a nurse and career advice for those who already are.

63. Nurse Connect: They have the top five reasons to join this community on the homepage which include making connections, finding jobs, staying in the know, reviews, and special offers. The Destinations tab can also help you find nurses in your region.

64. Nursing Voices Forum: Traveling to an unfamiliar area? Then stop here to talk to a nurse from around the country or world.

65. Forums & Blogs: Part of Nurse.com, visitors can check out the forums or blogs. You can also start your own or post a response after a free registration at this community just for nurses.

66. Nurses Reconnected: Stop using Facebook and the like to find all of your old nursing buddies. This site is an easy to use service that helps renew old friendships that were lost due to all the moving around that happens within the profession.

67. NurseZone: Stop here for message boards and expert blogs. They write about the current state of nursing, the future, and more.

68. Nurses Are Angels: Check out this site to read true life accounts of inspiring stories from all sorts of nurses. You can also get funny items, poems, or contribute your own. 

Top Sites for Travel Nurses Looking for a Job

Now that you know all about travel nursing, use the below sites to find a job. Ranked in order of current web traffic.

69. Access Nurses: A virtual travel nurse agency, you can find opportunities in all 50 states. There are also travel nurse, per diem, and permanent nurse jobs. Simply apply to be hooked up with several opportunities.

70. Nurse Jobs U.S.: If you are looking for a permanent, per diem, or travel nursing job, stop here. Simply register and fill out an application to be connected to a personal career consultant.

71. American Traveler: This site finds jobs for travel nurses, along with allied health professionals, physical therapists, respiratory therapists, and speech language pathologists. Get started looking for a job, or enter a contest to win an iPhone.

72. Travel Nurse Job Center: There is an Express Application right on the homepage to get you started in your job search with little fuss. The agencies offer 48-hour guarantee plans, tax advantage pay, referral bonuses, loyalty bonuses, 401(k) programs, and other innovative compensation.

73. MedHunters: They have thousands of nursing and medical jobs with hundreds of employers and hospitals. There are currently over 3,900 positions open for nursing in areas of advanced practice, RN, support, and management.

74. Healthcare Talent Management: Used at over 1,000 healthcare facilities, they help healthcare organizations acquire, develop, and retain the best workforce possible. Check out the job boards or learn more through a webinar.

75. Medical Workers: Simply enter the title, company, or skill and zip code to begin your job search. There are also options for both travel nurse and travel licensed practical nurse.

76. Nurse Finders: This company places RN’s, LVN/LPN’s, licensed therapists, technicians, nursing aides, medical/clerical personnel, and more. There is even a special section for travel nurses and they offer recruiters to help with everything from housing to career questions.

77. Maxim Healthcare Services: This company staffs all sorts of medical positions and specialty services. They also provide customized travel job opportunities to Allied Healthcare professionals through TravelMax Allied.

78. Soliant Health: From personal achievements to community goals, this site takes an active role in not only caring for the individual, but the community as well. Check out the travel medical jobs for positions in nursing, therapy, imaging, and more.

Top Travel Sites for Travel Nurses  

Get help with travel, along with nursing, by visiting these sites.

79. Healthcare Travelers: Stop by to get posting on rentals and roommate connections. View posts by area, feature, furnished, and city-hospital.

80. TravelNursing.com: They have all sorts of resources to help you find a job, but the housing sections stands out for its ability to locate free housing. Current samples include locations in California, Pennsylvania, and Michigan.

81. Angie’s List: Unlike Craigslist, Angie’s has reviews to weed out the scammers. Over 750,000 consumers use this site to find companies, doctors, and more to help you find reliable businesses in your new area.

82. Expedia: A leader in online travel booking, you can search for flights, hotels, cars, cruises, and even activities. They even have a best price guarantee.

83. Travel Channel: Whether visiting somewhere remote or a popular destination, this site can give you lots of information. There are also interesting travel stories, expert answers, and more.

84. Trip Advisor: Get advice from over 15 million travelers from 190 countries before committing to a travel nurse position. You can get reviews for hotels, flights, restaurants, ideas, and even free travel guides. 

Top Fun Sites for Travel Nurses 

Get a break from all the stress of travel nursing and have some fun while learning a thing or two. 

85. Healthcare Today: Vote on links that you think others should definitely read, and Bury those that they shouldn’t. Read what’s hot, or submit a link of your own.

86. Stressed Out Nurses: Stop here for a “dot calm” resource for nursing students and staff. Read a humorous article, get job information, and even enter a contest.

87. Nurses PTO: This site was started to give nurses a chance to explore new avenues for income to give you back time for family, hobbies, and even mindless TV. They can be silly and irreverent, but have all experienced new career paths which have lead to financial freedom.

88. Find Your Spot: Perfect for travel nurses, the online quiz will instantly provide you with a tailored list of the best cities and small towns that fit you. Just answer a couple of questions to get the answer.

89. The Journal of Nursing Jocularity: Run by Karyn, who is an RN and MSN, this site is full of humorous posting on all sorts of nursing topics. Ask Nurse Marge a question, check out the horoscopes, and much more on this site

90. Florence Nightingale FAQ: The most famous nurse, this site aims to answer the most common questions about her. Get details on her life, along with how she died.

91. Cool Nurse: This online nurse teaches teens all about their health. It gives tips for looking good, sex, fitness, and more.

92. Nurses Direct: Get humorous and inspirational gifts for a nurse by stopping here. Choose from books, clothes, coffee mugs, or get a copy of their free catalog. 

Specialty Sites for Travel Nurses

These sites were built with a specific travel nurse or visitor in mind. 

93. Exceptional Nurse: If you are a nurse or nursing student with a disability, this is the place for you. The site provides information on different disabilities, employment, and much more.

94. Transitional RN: Nurses from other countries who wish to move to the United States can stop by here for loads of information and advice. Tools include visa help, American life, RN stories, and more.

95. American Holistic Nurses Association: If you are a travel nurse who practices, or would like to practice, holistic medicine, this is the site for you. The site offers membership information, research, resources, and a directory.

96. Travel Tax: Need to know how to do your taxes across state lines? Then check out this site for all the answers.

97. Hicks Financial Services: Similar to the above, this team of tax professionals has years of experience helping out travel nurses. There are special services just for nurses, and you can even download a Nurse Oraganizer.

98. Alaska Travel Nursing Jobs: If you are interested in taking a travel nurse position in the largest and coldest state, stop here. The site tells you about key areas, attractions, relocation packages, and more.

99. Association of Catholic Nurses: Located in England, learn how to reconcile your faith and your job by stopping by here. You can get a prayer book, articles of interest, and much more.

100. Virtual Nurses’ Memorial: This is the site to go to if you wish to pay tribute or memorialize a nurse who has passed away. It has been online for ten years, and there is more information on how to make an addition. 

Blogs are a good starting point, but it is best to take advantage of everything the web has to offer. Learn to be your best with the help of these top 100 travel nursing blogs, sites, and communities.