Travel housing

If you're taking a travel assignment, you'll need to secure housing for your stay. Our in-house experts put this guide together to answer all your questions about how to find and secure travel housing, including tips for saving time and money during the process.

How do Nomad Health travelers find temporary housing for an assignment?

Nomad Health travel nurses and travel allied health professionals can find temporary housing a number of different ways. Depending on their preferences, including whether or not they have pets, are traveling with others, or want to be within a certain distance of their assigned facility, they can look for hotels, short-term rentals, or even furnished housing dedicated to travel nurses.

Recommended resources for travel housing options:

• Airbnb
• Furnished Finder
• Landing
• Transplant Housing
• VRBOhousing
• Extended Stay America
• Vidle Housing

Even if you’re receiving a stipend, costs can vary dramatically depending on your location. Research short-term rentals early, and always plan for a deposit or first month’s rent upfront.

Does Nomad Health offer a stipend for housing?

Yes, Nomad Health offers a stipend for housing-related costs to every Nomad travel clinician. The stipend amount is determined by the U.S. General Services Administration, which takes into consideration factors such as location and cost of living.

The non-taxable weekly stipends include housing, meals, and incidentals. The non-taxable weekly stipend rate is based on the per diem rates set by the GSA for the jobs county.

Nomad Health clinicians should reach out to their Nomad Navigator for travel housing-related questions and concerns.

Do you offer housing discounts to Nomad travel clinicians?

Yes, Nomad Health has partnered with a few different companies that offer discounts for travel clinicians looking for housing.

Landing discount

Landing offers fully furnished short-term housing options all over the country, making it perfect for travel clinicians. You can search for new apartments, find support, and manage your reservations all within the Landing app. Get your exclusive discount code from your Nomad Navigator and save $500 on a three-month stay.

Wyndam hotels discount

Nomad Health clinicians can get up to 22% off on their stay, depending on the length of stay, at Wyndam hotels.

Extended Stay America hotels discount

Extended Stay America has three brands and 700+ locations across the U.S., providing affordable, safe and comfortable temporary accommodations for traveling healthcare workers.

• Flexible booking policy
• Fully equipped kitchens with full-size refrigerator, stovetop, and microwave
• Free wifi
• On-site laundry
• Pet-friendly
• All utilities included: electricity, heat, air, water, cable
• Flexible cancellation policy
  

Smart housing strategies for travel nurses

Finding the right housing as a travel nurse takes planning, research, and flexibility. Start by setting a realistic budget and focusing on essentials like safety, cleanliness, proximity to work, and key amenities. Use referrals from peers and online groups to avoid scams, and always confirm details through contracts, references, or video calls before sending money.

Consider both hotels with perks like housekeeping and long-term rates, as well as furnished rentals with the comforts of home. Don’t overlook small but important details such as utilities, parking, or even whether air conditioning is included.

By doing your homework, asking questions, and staying upfront with your recruiter, you can secure housing that supports your work and lifestyle while avoiding unnecessary stress.

Secure flexible lease terms

Standard travel nurse contracts are typically 13 weeks, but extensions or early exits do occur from time to time. You do not want to be penalized for changes beyond your control, so be sure to look at the lease terms closely.

Many hosts offer “travel nurse-friendly” leases that accommodate the realities of healthcare assignments, including potential schedule changes or contract modifications. This is most common on 'travel-nurse friendly' platforms like Furnished Finder.

Additional resources

• Tips for Traveling with Pets on Assignment
• How to budget before your next travel nursing assignment
• Self-care tips: how to combat burnout & stay energized on assignment
• Most common travel nurse interview questions
• How long are travel nursing assignments?
• Top travel nursing specialties in demand by region