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Explore the varying lengths of travel nursing assignments, from the standard 13-week contracts to shorter 4-8 week critical fills and extended assignments of 20-52 weeks.Learn what factors influence assignment duration, such as facility needs, licensing requirements, and personal goals. We will also address common questions, including the possibility of extending contracts and the role of compact licenses.

Nomad Health, the leading digital marketplace for travel clinicians, has been named one of the fastest-growing staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA), ranking #42 on the 2025 list. The annual ranking, based on compound annual growth rates highlights firms with exceptional performance across all staffing sectors.

As travel nursing continues to evolve in the post-COVID landscape, demand for specialized nursing roles is surging across different U.S. regions. This article explores where specific travel nursing specialties are most in demand—from Labor & Delivery on the West Coast to Cardio Imaging in Florida—based on recent job volume and compensation data. With each region offering a unique blend of opportunity, pay, and lifestyle, understanding these trends empowers nurses to make strategic career decisions. Whether pursuing skill growth, higher earnings, or better cultural fit, this regional guide offers a data-backed roadmap to help travel nurses align their specialties with the most rewarding assignments in today’s healthcare market.

Diagnostic overshadowing is a clinical phenomenon in which a patient’s new or unrelated symptoms are mistakenly attributed to an existing diagnosis, often resulting in delayed or missed care. This article explores the mechanisms behind diagnostic overshadowing, including cognitive bias and systemic disparities, and highlights the populations most vulnerable to its effects. Emphasis is placed on active listening, advocacy, and shared decision-making to ensure equitable, high-quality care for all patients.

A comprehensive guide to the most common travel nurse interview questions, offering detailed insights into why each question is asked and how to craft effective responses. Combining clinical expertise with practical advice, Hourig Karalian, DNP(c), MSN, RN, aims to help travel nurses confidently navigate interviews, demonstrate adaptability, and align with facility expectations. This article also includes preparation tips, yellow flags to watch for, suggested questions to ask the facility, and helpful FAQs to support nurses at every stage of the interview process.