Secure a nursing job before you move

Whether you are moving due to a spouse's new job, want to live closer to relatives or simply want to live somewhere new, finding a job when you relocate doesn't have to be difficult. NurseZone can help by connecting you with hospitals and health care facilities across the nation that are seeking your skills.

One of the best ways to begin working in a new location is to start out with a travel nursing assignment. A travel nursing agency can assist you in finding a job, provide you with free accommodations or a housing subsidy while you look for a permanent home and offer reimbursement for some of your travel expenses.

NurseZone's staffing partners-the top temporary health care staffing agencies-can put your career on track in a new hometown. They generally offer 13-week assignments, but longer terms are also available. In addition, many travel nursing assignments can be extended, and could even result in a permanent job offer.

Ready to get started?  Simply complete a relocation application.  One of our staffing partners will contact you to help you find the right job in your chosen destination-and give you one less thing to worry about when you move.

For information on pay rates for permanent nursing jobs across the country, try our Salary Calculator.

Pick your destination

When you are looking to relocate to a new city, there are many factors to consider: cost of living in a new town, quality of life and job opportunities.

Check out these resources for information on some of the top destinations across the country:

For more information on destinations across the U.S., try these resources:

Best Places - Find a destination based on what's important to you: health, climate, cost of living, schools and more.
USA City Link - Listing of U.S. states and cities offering information on travel, tourism and relocation.
YellowPages.com - City information, entertainment, shopping guides, business listings, dining and weather.
Lycos Travel - Learn about travel sites, US destinations and more.
Citysearch.com - Comprehensive city guide: Arts, attractions, hotels, movies, music, nightlife, restaurants, shopping, and sports and recreation.
CJR newspaper finder - Scan 11,000 U.S. and Canadian local papers to find out more about your prospective home.
CNN.com/weather - Five day forecasts for every city in the United States.
Citytowninfo.com - A collection of information about various U.S. cities and towns, including almanac-like reference data, property statistics, local weather reports, links to official city Web sites and maps for almost 3,500 cities.
State and Local Government on the Net - This online directory provides one-stop access to the Web sites of thousands of state agencies and city and county governments.
Salary Calculator - Find salaries for your nursing specialty across the country.

Relocation Services & Links

Looking for ways to minimize stress? Look no further than NurseZone for all of your relocation needs. Find free services, resources, tips and more by visiting our full-service Relocation Center, or check out the links below.

Travel Links

MapQuest.com - Find the distances and best routes to take from Point A to Point B, and for the destinations in between.
International Airport Guide - Find information on airport hotels, airport car rentals, parking, maps, flight information and other services for all major airports.
Transportation Security Administration - Keep up with the latest safety information for travelers, including what items are prohibited in your airline carry-on luggage.
CheapTickets.com - Find more than one million discount airfares on 40 airlines.
Travelocity.com - Book flights, car rentals, lodging and create a customized trip planner.
Orbitz.com - Access low fares and rates on airline tickets, rental cars, hotels, vacation packages and other travel products.
Priceline.com - Save when you bid on airline tickets, hotel rooms, car rentals, phone services and other products.
Trip.com - Trip planner, airline tickets, car rentals, hotel reservations, news and information on destinations.
Hotels.com - Find great rates and current availability in the city or town of your choice, along with guest ratings and special travel offers.
Hotels 4 Less - Save up to 65 percent off regular hotel rates in more than 2,500 premier properties in over 90 major destinations.
Motels.com - Search more than 30,000 motels or hotels anywhere in the world.

Moving Vans and Services

LocalEstimates.com - Car and truck storage, moving truck rentals, packaging services, and vehicle transport. Get bids from local companies and select the best offer.
123movers.com - Compare prices of various moving companies and get competitive pricing for moving, auto shipping, car transporting, storage and other relocation services.
Vanlines.com - Network of movers and relocation companies.
U-Haul - U-Haul truck rentals for your do-it-yourself household move.
Budget Truck Rental - Local and cross-country moves at reasonable rates.
Ryder - Ryder truck rentals.
Hertz Trucks - Van and truck rentals.
Allied - Full service relocation service/movers.
MiniMoves - America's small move specialist.