Average Travel Director of Nursing Salary

$2,683/week

The average salary for a Travel Director of Nursing is $2,683 per week. This is 19% higher than the nursing US average of $2,161.

Last updated on March 31, 2026. Based on 86 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Salaries for Travel Director of Nursing compared to Registered Nurse National Averages

$2,683/week

19% higher than the nursing US average.

$2,161/week

United States

Where do Travel Directors of Nursing get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Illinois$2,902$3,150
Colorado$2,893$3,472
Montana$2,714$2,926
California$2,577$3,080
What cities pay the most for Travel Directors of Nursing?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Omaha, Nebraska$3,406$3,406
Grand Junction, Colorado$3,333$3,472
Decatur, Illinois$2,867$3,150
Bellevue, Nebraska$2,666$2,666
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Director of Nursing jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Integrated Healthcare Services$4,859$4,859
3B Healthcare Inc.$4,522$4,522
HCS 247 Travel$4,450$4,450
Trinity Health FirstChoice$4,400$4,400
MetaSense, Inc.$4,332$4,332
All Medical Personnel - Nursing$4,249$4,249
Alto Healthcare Staffing$4,180$4,180
Host Healthcare$4,146$4,146
Olaro$4,143$4,143
Skyline Med Staff Home Health$4,062$4,062

Last updated on March 31, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Travel Director of Nursing FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Director of Nursing?

Earning your Certified Director of Assisted Living (CDAL), Certified Director of Nursing Administration/Long Term Care (CDONA/LTC) or Director of Nursing Services–Certified (DNS-CT) often increases your salary potential as a director of nursing or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.

Can having a Certified Director of Assisted Living (CDAL) boost my salary as a Director of Nursing?

Yes, having a Certified Director of Assisted Living (CDAL) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a director of nursing.

Can having a Certified Director of Nursing Administration/Long Term Care (CDAL/LTC) boost my salary as a Director of Nursing?

Yes, having a Certified Director of Nursing Administration/Long Term Care (CDAL/LTC) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a director of nursing.

Can having a Director of Nursing Services–Certified (DNS-CT) boost my salary as a Director of Nursing?

Yes, having a Director of Nursing Services–Certified (DNS-CT) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a director of nursing.

Where can I learn more about working as a Travel Director of Nursing?

Take a look at Vivian's Travel Director of Nursing Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.