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Float Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Float Nurse Salary

$49.13/hour

This is equal to the nursing US average

Last updated on June 23, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Float Nurse Jobs FAQs

What hospitals currently have the most Float Nurse job opportunities?

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Float Nurse jobs are Medical City Dallas Hospital (64 jobs), Overland Park Regional Medical Center (19 jobs), and University of Colorado Hospital (18 jobs).

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, Vivian has 40 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average, and up to $67 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, Vivian has 727 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,198 per hour on average, and up to $3,408 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Where can I learn more about working as a Float Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's Float Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

What is a Float Nurse?

Float nurses are registered nurses who specialize in floating from unit to unit, moving to whichever unit has staffing shortages. They play an essential role in delivering safe patient care across all units and often solve staffing challenges. Float nursing is perfect for nurses who enjoy flexible work schedules and a variety of clinical experience. Travel nurses are often ideal in these positions since they’re essentially the ultimate float nurse.

What certifications are commonly held by float nurses?

Float nurses may hold Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), among others.

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