Average Travel Director of Nursing Salary

$2,850/week

The average salary for a Travel Director of Nursing is $2,850 per week. This is 24% higher than the nursing US average of $2,170.

Last updated on December 20, 2025. Based on 78 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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

$2,850/week

24% higher than the nursing US average.

$2,170/week

United States

Where do Travel Directors of Nursing get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
New York$4,800$4,800
Washington$3,741$4,645
Kansas$3,430$3,800
Colorado$2,852$3,352
Montana$2,761$3,010
West Virginia$2,697$2,930
Maine$2,634$2,930
New Mexico$2,559$2,930
South Dakota$2,459$2,938
What cities pay the most for Travel Directors of Nursing?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Wenatchee, Washington$4,645$4,645
Parkersburg, West Virginia$2,676$2,930
Camden, Maine$2,634$2,930
Las Cruces, New Mexico$2,609$2,930
Mitchell, South Dakota$2,330$2,938
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Director of Nursing jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Prolink$4,200$4,200
Innovent Global$3,800$3,800
LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing$3,800$3,800
PRIDE Health$3,727$4,133
ADN Healthcare$3,706$3,706
First Connect Health$3,407$4,645
Jackson Nurse Professionals$3,406$3,406
Wellspring Nurse Source$3,277$3,634
ProMed Staffing Resources B$3,076$3,286
Blu Medstaff$3,071$3,086

Last updated on December 20, 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.