Average Travel Director of Nursing Salary

$3,028/week

The average salary for a Travel Director of Nursing is $3,028 per week. This is 29% higher than the nursing US average of $2,164.

Last updated on December 4, 2025. Based on 51 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$3,028/week

29% higher than the nursing US average.

$2,164/week

United States

Where do Travel Directors of Nursing get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
New York$4,800$4,800
Alaska$3,928$5,000
Massachusetts$3,580$4,013
Oklahoma$2,768$3,480
Colorado$2,668$3,352
West Virginia$2,601$2,930
Nebraska$2,579$2,726
New Mexico$2,427$2,669
What cities pay the most for Travel Directors of Nursing?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Juneau, Alaska$4,467$5,000
Scottsbluff, Nebraska$2,579$2,726
Parkersburg, West Virginia$2,436$2,538
Albuquerque, New Mexico$2,427$2,669
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Director of Nursing jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Integrated Healthcare Services$5,116$5,116
B2B Staffing Services, Inc.$5,000$5,000
Leaderstat - Post Acute$4,800$4,800
LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing$4,100$4,100
Jackson Nurse Professionals$4,013$4,013
Innovent Global$3,800$3,800
TNAA TotalMed RN$3,706$3,706
Wellspring Nurse Source$3,634$3,634
Uniti Med$3,589$4,593
Sunbelt Staffing$3,566$3,566

Last updated on December 4, 2025. 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.