MAKING $19000 PER MONTH AS A NURSE | Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown

[@x1bl0odman]

My uncle is a travel nurse and said he was making 200-300k a year during covid. He said him and all of his coworkers were going to go on suicide watch once that pay decreased lmao.

[@luxuriousmindset]

Anyway dumb comment

[@yedidia6363]

Hi Alex. I would love to hear a breakdown of how to be a travel nurse.

[@soonbabies]

Second this. Step by step would be great-- getting into housing, possible tax issues to be wary of, and good agencies to work with.

[@ChiefRB]

Same here. Thanks, man!

[@allanwatts8361]

absolutely insane..this is the best job in the world literally....hope to be in your position one day!!!!! thank u for all your insight...youre channel is fire bro

[@msheehandub]

Best job in the world? lmao

[@allanwatts8361]

@@msheehandub yesl..if you know how to use the money you make to flip it...with travel nursing, I could save 80k in one year EASY and triple that via swing/day trading on my days off (assuming I work 3 days a week).

[@dpaper7962]

As a travel CRCST I make on average $8,000 a month! My job only requires the 2 year experience and a certification that you can get on your own without going to school!!! Now that’s good for only needing a high school diploma and certification that you can study on your own and get on your own!

[@chinaarlene7035]

What is a CRCST?

[@rubyred8332]

Do you use different travel agencies

[@fitnessbabe7958]

@@chinaarlene7035Sterile travel tec

[@money31maker]

@@chinaarlene7035Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician

[@tminglei]

@@chinaarlene7035 Certified Registered Central service Technician AKA Sterile processing technician

[@sbdrummer909]

Awesome video! Definitely inspiring to continue with the nursing degree and make all the sacrifices now!

[@Nicholas8929]

Your decor is top-notch. I just started nursing and I'm interested in travel nursing, cause I feel like it'd boost my experience and knowledge in the field.

[@ImperialImplant]

You should have at least two years of experience under your belt before you start travel nursing.

[@itsdevin2667]

Wowwwww that’s awesome!! Thank you for the inspiration, excited to apply to nursing school this year

[@Tylerstrodtman]

Yes please make another video about how to become a travel nurse! Just graduated, so I know it won't be available to me for a while, but I'd love to know more about it.

[@mistermilkman]

Give it 1 yr & apply 2 @ least 3 agencies...local is fine too. Aya is good 4 1st time travelers. There r many agencies.

[@BigTexGuitarz]

In the middle of the pre-reqs now. Let's do etttttt!!!!

[@MarineWannabee]

Great video! Can't wait to become a travel nurse one day.

[@patrickdominic9446]

Hi Alex! Planning to become a travel nurse someday. Preparing to take my nclex soon. Im presently here in Philippines. ❤❤ you are so adorable!

[@awesomeamie1606]

Can you make a video on your journey of becoming a travel nurse? Tips and other things are great as well! This video makes me want to become a travel nurse 😅

[@WhatDoestheFutureHold]

Hello Alex. How many years of experience did you have before you started travel nursing? I have 1.5 on the Peds medical floor. Last year, when I had just a half year experience, I contacted an agency, and they told me as soon as you have 1 yr experience to come join the team, and there seemed to many Peds positions around. Now that I finally decided to do it, it seems that there are almost no jobs out there for Peds med/surg, the pay is low, a million applicants for one position, and they want at least 2 years experience. Wanted to get your perspective on this, where do you think its heading? I was thinking of switching to the OR this summer and heading that route if nothing comes up with Peds.

[@Sabrinasways]

At a nursing home an Lpn is making 60 an hour through agencyI’m in va in a small town

[@chrishernandez295]

Huge fan!!! Keep up the amazing work!!!! 👌

[@rosannaoviedo8386]

Hey Alex, I used to be a travel nurse recruiter and love it. ❤

[@shemekaadams2532]

When you said you get home sick, I felt that 😂

[@KNGallen]

I’m in my least semester of highschool. Still got a long time ahead till I become a nurse but I’m going to university to do a 4 year bscn. Can’t wait to get into nursing

[@xo.sincerelyshine]

I wish I had this information when I was in HS. Look into western governors university, self paced classes. Could have your BSN in 2.5 years.

[@batalorian7997]

So traveling nurses are sort of like mercenaries in the medical field....a Nursenary?

[@chickfromchicago3936]

I definitely enjoyed your video. I plan to go to nursing school so I want to know my options. Can you make a video on how to become a Travel nurse? Thanks!

[@laizusharmin2718]

Hi Alex… can u plz make a video how to get into travel nursing? Or more specifically do u recommend working in medsurg first or directly start in the field I want as bedside nurse 1st?

[@spread_positivity_7]

Canada is paying really less salary to Rn when compared to the USA . But the work load over here is unimaginable.

[@lightbeing1113]

Thank you so much for the video.

[@vickymarie7003]

Love your video. I use to work adult Pacu. Would love to hear more about the pediatric Pacu

[@bonniedunbar6717]

I have seen a higher payrate coming out this Fall. But if you start Xmas you can name your own price.

[@ccalexander1924]

As a rad travel tech I can tell you there are travel techs that do not know what the heck they are doing. Not enough experience in the game. I am seeing techs with one year of experience traveling and they are a hot mess anx I don’t know why they aren’t dropped from their contracts. I am not sure how much experience you need in nursing to travel but I guess in radiology it’s one year. Housing is absolutely terrible unless you want to pay 2500 minimum. But I guess if you are making 19 grand a month then you can easily afford 3 grand a month rent. I just know radiology travel doesn’t make near that. I have had horrid assignments. I am in one of the most awful contracts and cities ever and I have 4 weeks left and it can’t get here fast enough. Travel is good for awhile. But it sucks the life out of you. It’s getting harder to find places that accept cars as well. I’m seeing more places accept dogs but still it’s easier to find housing without bringing a pet. It gets a little lonely too . I can’t always find an assignment near my home and sometimes I wish I was home more. I will prob to this for one more year . I am able to make double mortgage payments and put some in savings and my IRA. My goal is to pay my mortgage off and find a new career. Be done with healthcare. Good luck to those who are going to travel !

[@asianstud7]

Yeah Alex. Can you make a video on the education and experience required to be a travel nurse? And how to get into it. Thanks.

[@akemisun]

i’m in nursing school right now & i’d love to hear how to become a travel nurse out of nursing school! :)

[@redcapote4760]

First you need 1-2 years of experience as a non-travel, regular staff nurse. The reason for that is because you're going to get thrown into a travel nurse role at a hospital and you need to quickly and on your own for the most part get up to speed, minus their orientation. So you need to have nursing skills down pat. And you will be going to short-staffed hospitals often getting the worst assignments on that unit. That's what comes with the territory of making a lot more than the regular staff nurses. You will not often be the most liked, either, by some of those nurses. So get into the specialty you feel is your best fit out of nursing school and then go travel after you've finished your first contract as a staff nurse.

[@blix8798]

@@redcapote4760 thank you sm

[@EG-O]

@@redcapote4760 you dont need to have experience

[@BloomsArchitect]

Hi what agency did you work for? The way they break down your contract is very nice

[@aniyam2691]

Hi Alex! I love watching your videos! I am planning on becoming a nurse.I think it would be a great idea if you can talk about different ways to become a nurse and which way is better! Like community college or University! Thank you!!!!!

[@rafaelmaldonado556]

Getting an associates and being a licensed RN from a community college is a great start but you are limited in where you can apply. This isnt to say you wont find RN openings because of course they are always in high demand. Instead youll have limited options. Problem is many bigger name hospitals, at least in my location (NYC) wont consider your application without a bachelors, or only hire you under the condition that you obtain your BSN within a set number of years. Typically 5 years based on my knowledge. Many companies will even pay for your BSN schooling, which is what I am doing. I have no knowledge on travel nursing, just degrees but I hope this helped.

[@applel5519]

thank you nurse Alex for the detail breakdown, my qs is, if your work in a hospital as a staff nurse, you also got pension, so can you compare the long term benefit of pension versus the short term $$$ of the travel nurse in your next video?

[@josbar2835]

Some of his information is a bit misleading. Yes, a travel nurse often has the option of extending a contract and staying at the same facility. However, if you are at the same facility or in the same geographic area for 12 consecutive months, your pay will change. Why? Because you no longer fit the criteria to receive non-taxed travel stipends. I did this once and stayed at the same facility for 5 consecutive assignments (15 months). Why? Because I liked where I was working and the hospital wanted to train me to work on their PCU (Progressive Care Unit), which added to my proficiencies. Some agencies state they can sidestep this rule by having the nurse take 30 days off if they are getting close to the 12 month limitation, then the nurse returns to work, continuing to receive the non-taxed travel stipends. Some agencies state this is not sufficient, so be sure to ask for clarification from the right source.

[@EG-O]

jesus who would wanna work that long. work 3-5 months max then take the rest of the year off and relax in asia on the beach

[@avarenee2767]

hi alex! i’m ava and i’m a freshman in college, and i want to change my major to nursing. a big thing that the nursing program at my school looks into is seeing passion for nursing(and the nursing program is super competitive to get into at my university!!), so do you have any advice of what i could include, or how do some nurses you know(including yourself) show passion for nursing? i know i really want to be a nurse, but i’m kind of stuck on how to present my passion into words. i love your content, and thank you!!

[@rubypetterson9708]

Have you looked into becoming a CNA? It’s a great entrance into the nursing world and shows passion.

[@asianstud7]

@@rubypetterson9708 whats CNA?

[@aj3114]

CNA = Certified Nursing Assistant. Some hospitals require a certificate for the position, some don’t. The advantage is that you have a job that could be flexible for school (night shift, part-time options) But even better, it exposes you to the environment and you’d be able to observe and participate in the workflow you’d have as a bedside nurse in a hospital. Valuable experience. Also will give you a better idea if you ACTUALLY want to be a nurse. The job can be rewarding, but it definitely has a lot of aspects that are zero fun and a drudge for me and every nurse I’ve ever talked to. Lots of daily red tape. Also, I recommend having conversations with RNs about being a nurse. At church, at the grocery store, etc. They’ll love it! As far as school goes, have a chat with your advisor. You will have to pass the entrance exam, and beyond that is it up to your prerequisite grades and your GPA. MSN and DNP degrees are where experience could influence your program entrance. If you’re having trouble getting into the program at your competitive school, consider transferring elsewhere. Your starting pay will be the same no matter if you have a 2 year degree or a 4 year degree and regardless of the school you graduated from. There is no reason to pay through the roof for a nursing degree. You’ll be able to work anywhere once you have a couple years experience if you are a decently competent nurse. Your alma mater doesn’t really matter. The exception to all this is you will need a BSN or higher to work at a magnet status hospital.

[@asianstud7]

@@aj3114 what is a BSN and what is a magnet status hospital? sorry for the ignorant questions.

[@rubypetterson9708]

BSN is a bachelors of science in nursing. It’s what you will receive after attending a four year college with a nursing major. Not sure what a magnet hospital is, maybe the other commenter can explain.

[@angelicagamez2638]

Great video, very informative.

[@TravisTurenne]

Hello, im wondering if you have any insight into what specialty would be the best to get into if I’m interested in travelling in a couple of years. I’m about to graduate and like pediatrics but would be willing to pursue ER if it would mean I’d have more travel opportunities once I’ve gained some experience. Thanks!

[@EG-O]

you dont even need to have experience to be a travel nurse :)

[@laici8477]

Thank you for this!!!

[@CardboardRN]

Omg… after watching this, I’m over here like, why tf am i still a staff nurse making 2,000/mo for….

[@alanaflores7079]

Love watching all your content and I think it's a great idea on how to become a travel nurse video. Can you be a travel nurse straight out the gate once you pass your nursing exam or do you need to put in a year or two first for the experience at one place before travel nursing.

[@dpaper7962]

Every medical career you need 2 year’s experience before you can travel. It only makes sense because there’s no training while you travel. You need to know the ins and the outs of your department. The only thing every facility would show you is their preference on how they want things done and even then you should know what they are talking about. I’m a travel tech and it’s awful seeing people who lied on their application just to travel and don’t know anything about the department not even the basic’s and that’s how we catch them in a lie smh

[@alanaflores7079]

@@dpaper7962 Thank you so much for the response. That makes sense, and that is what I was thinking too. Still had to ask, just in case. Great vids

[@DaveK.Robson]

Hi dear 👋 hope you’re having a great day? I was on scrolling mode when I saw your profile and was moved to send you a text, hope you don't find it pestering?

[@aliandolivia11]

Please do a breakdown - how to would be great

[@jackryan1809]

There are a lot of universities (ie North West College) catering to this industry, I don't see the pay being sustainable.

[@mikeson5519]

Alex, do you think Travel nurse get pay more than optometrist?

[@gr260]

do these sort of contracts exist for LPN? i assume pay would be less, but still curious

[@devkrovil]

Damn I'd love to know what agency at work for, that money is fantastic.

[@mikeg4317]

You can make more than this in California without travel even at a call center if you don't want to work at a hospital.

[@ricardorodriguesrr18]

Call center?

[@mikeg4317]

@@ricardorodriguesrr18 Advice nurse call center, Some health care providers, like Kaiser, allow you to work from home.

[@ricardorodriguesrr18]

@MikeG nice do you know how much do they pay per hour ?

[@mikeg4317]

@@ricardorodriguesrr18 Start off at about $76 for a Level 2 (2 years nursing exp.) plus another 5 to 14 an hour shift differential. Per diem starts at about $100 an hour plus the same shift diff. Always a ton of OT available.

[@ricardorodriguesrr18]

@@mikeg4317 is this for northern or Southern Cali?

[@mcbjvhgurl]

I’m interested in becoming a travel nurse, but I was wondering if working OT is typically acceptable? Because hearing a yes would make me want to enroll in an expensive, accelerated program 😂 I’m 35 it’s time to get my shit together 😂

[@mcbjvhgurl]

PS I understand I still need two years of experience before traveling

[@x1bl0odman]

OT is acceptable.

[@EG-O]

@@mcbjvhgurl you dont

[@muhammedsuleiman8047]

how does the overtime work with that? does the hospital request you to work if they need you or can you take as much overtime as you want like you hear people say that work as staff nurses?

[@PowderyDiva]

Anyone know how to calculate net from gross pay

[@prestonxdte597]

Yes...step by step!

[@zachcegielski1615]

Please make how to start travel nursing video!!!!

[@samanthachism520]

Hey Alex which agency did u go through?

[@Idk-_-23]

I’m 17 male in Highschool senior trying to become a travel nurse any tips?

[@2prince2queens]

After you do a travel nursing assignment, how long of a break can you take in between assignments?

[@mellijelli30]

If you want to extend, can you negotiate more money?

[@livemorewithrae]

Would like to know how to become a travel nurse

[@blindfire765]

Alex! Do you have agencies you recommend?

[@nikitaarcher4496]

Hi Alex have you done any assignments in Canada?

[@jazmenwalker]

Damn so you could literally work 2 or 3 contracts a year and take like 4 months a year off . That’s crazy

[@ccalexander1924]

Wow. I’m a travel rad tech and I don’t make near that

[@GIAlifestyle]

Can you please let us know which agency is this ?!

[@joselynhernandez4817]

I am interested in transferring to Peds. How long did you work in Pediatrics before traveling?

[@mistermilkman]

Peds usually requires 1 yr.

[@anouarasbai6302]

@nursealex can I come in contact with you? I have some questions about working as a travel nurse. It would be very nice if I can ask you them!

[@zacharythompson2342]

Great video. The pandemic was 2020 not 2019 though.

[@dustin6017]

Wellll it’s called Covid 19. The inception was in 2019…

[@Urgentcare_RN]

Hey Alex! I came across your video. Im a RN looking at jumping on w a traveling agency. Do you have any particular agencies youd recommend? I specialize in psych, but have experience in the ED also.

[@KookinHaole]

Aya. If you create your own LLC, you can skip the agency and make more.

[@hoemendo3011]

Not anymore

[@jerryreva101]

Hi Alex. What state do you work in as a travel nurse

[@OiVinn-eq1ml]

What agency you work for?

[@nikkiv7845]

Hi Alex, what agency did you work with on this contract?

[@Mr-Raoui]

How long does it take to start working once you apply for a travel nursing job? Is it a long process?

[@mistermilkman]

It depends on how fast u get ur credentialing done. Some facilities have specific start dates bc of orientation. If u have all of ur paperwork processed on time 2-3 weeks is ideal.

[@justinhunte6267]

what company is this contract with?

[@daisyc7917]

What should I look for when applying for a nursing school ??? Can I use my degree in any state?

[@mistermilkman]

It's not the degree that u can use, but the license u obtain after u pass ur state boards (NCLEX). If u live n a compact state, u can work n any of the 39 participating states. Any state that is not compact, u'd have 2 apply 4 a license n that state & pay the necessary fees 4 that license.

[@Ohshuks_]

I’m in the icu and 3k is what we get haha. That’s awesome rate. Which agency are you with and also what state is that?

[@derr941]

Is that for travel nursing?

[@susanmapaure5506]

Can nurses with diploma for Zimbabwe work as travel nurse if so what are the requirements please l m interested

[@krismardula]

How much did you net after tax?

[@asianstud7]

Alex got a question. Were these salaries for travel nursing always much more lucrative even before the pandemic? If so what were the weekly pays on average before the pandemic?

[@aj3114]

No, sounds like he started during the crazy pandemic crisis contracts which were 5-10 grand/week. Not normal and no longer in effect. You see that pricing in a crisis situation - pandemic, Katrina, etc. Also he is a pediatric nurse and those contracts do tend to pay a little more than some others. Also, the severity of the hospital’s need will influence the pricing some, and different geographical locations pay more (but have higher cost of living). $2000-$3000/ week is much more realistic. Keep in mind you have to double your expenses (rent at home AND rent where you are contracted, for example) in order to get the untaxed stipends. So yes overall it pays more than staff nursing, but not, on balance, as much as people often make it sound. Travel nursing got a lot of attention during pandemic, so general info is somewhat skewed by that.

[@asianstud7]

@@aj3114 appreciate you answering.

[@ebeneben5472]

lmaoo the thumbnail

[@SherryXShi]

❤❤❤. Could you please name few travel nurse staff agencies? Because I have friends want to compare the service and prices. Thanks

[@DaveK.Robson]

Hi dear 👋 hope you’re having a great day? I was on scrolling mode when I saw your profile and was moved to send you a text, hope you don't find it pestering?

[@daisyc7917]

How do I apply for a travel nurse contract?

[@otxpsie]

What s his agency?!

[@odilebercier3034]

What agency was that?

[@prateekkhobragade4974]

Are you working in new york

[@royjohnson9043]

Whats net per month though?

[@BethanystarYT23]

Ok

[@susynne2124]

which agency/ies do you work with?

[@williep1626]

Ain't making that much outside of Cali or NY.

[@kirstyaltomo7840]

I made $10,000 as a AIN

[@paisana9378]

We have travelers and they don't get that kinda pay here!!!

[@JT-tx2ns]

What kind of nurse are you ?

[@vinanguyen95]

Thank you for the transparency! 🤍

[@ccalexander1924]

And the people in here saying all he is talking about is money when it should be more about helping people etc …. I bet you aren’t even a nurse. Nurses don’t get paid near enough for what they put up with. Neither do rad techs. The only reason I am still in radiology is because I am working toward paying my mortgage off and starting my own business. I only work in radiology ( travel ) for the money. Working in healthcare is exhausting. Nobody would do this if the pay was 12.00

[@perah1016]

What agency??

[@wingsumlam8405]

question, is it easy to find contracts above 4K a week? You literally made me wanna be a nurse there lol

[@mistermilkman]

No...unless ur working 48 hrs. It also depends on the agency & specialty. Right now, Pediatrics is suffering & r n gr8 need. All specialties r suffering, but Peds is supposed 2 get special attention bc of the demographics...it's kids. $4K contracts r out there for 36 hrs, but they go VERY QUICKLY.

[@peterharris1751]

Can you be a travel nurse if you have a ADN?

[@sakurakos88]

no you need a masters in nursing...

[@yvettejanine2734]

Yes

[@erinnicole5871]

@@sakurakos88 you are wrong. All you need is that RN. So ADN or BSN works.

[@erinnicole5871]

Yes!! Been a travel nurse since 2020 and a nurse for 5 years…many have ADNs as long as you have your RN you can do travel nursing.

[@sakurakos88]

@@erinnicole5871 yes i know...

[@brackpersian]

He’s just shimmycocopuff

[@KookinHaole]

I feel very cheated.

[@drewcarson2422]

They should pay travel nurses 1 million a month.

[@williampellegrino8661]

Hey Alex Great video! What are your top agencys that are worth looking into? Thanks!

[@Sabrinasways]

Not one. In a million I seen a girl way before the pandemic talk about making 8 grand a week

[@paulmurray1985]

Props to the nonsell outs

[@jta1]

Why the f**k did I study engineering lol

[@DropoutJerome]

If I was profiting this much off nursing I couldn’t help but to feel extremely guilty because this means you are apart of the problem