Over two decades ago, hospital facilities in traditional winter vacation states such as California, Arizona and Florida began experiencing significant census fluctuations during their busy winter months. As a result, nurse managers were having a hard time maintaining adequate staffing levels, particularly on units with high patient acuity.

Travel nursing companies, like On Assignment, responded by recruiting advanced practice nurses and matching them with the staffing needs of hospitals. The industry has grown dramatically over the years, expanding into all 50 states.

Once you apply with a nurse travel company, a recruiter will match you with assignments and help you secure the following:

• Necessary licenses and facility required forms
• Assist you with the interview process
• Housing and travel arrangements
• Benefits and pay

• We offer 20 years of experience with thousands of successfully placed travelers;
• On Assignment is one of only 14 members of JCAHO's Advisory Council for Healthcare Staffing Services and has received the formal Intent to Certify letter;
• Many of the On Assignment staff are RNs with diverse clinical experience;
• On Assignment's 'Active Recruitment Team' approach is superior to other travel companies in that we actively seek out and place you in the assignments that best meet your needs;
• Our recruiters are among the best trained, most experienced and longest-tenured in the industry;
• On Assignment travelers earn industry-wide top pay and benefits including employee medical, dental, vision and retirement programs;
• Our dedicated Travel and Housing Department expertly manages your travel and housing needs while maintaining regular and ongoing communication with you.
• Working in partnership with the hospital, we make certain you are oriented to the facility.
• On Assignment provides 24/7 clinical support from one of our dedicated RNs.