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Travel Float Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Float Nurse Salary

$2,059/week

The average salary for a Float Nurse is $2,059 per week. This is 5% lower than the nursing US average of $2,162.

Last updated on March 21, 2026. Based on 18,883 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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Travel Float Nurse Jobs FAQs

What are the best agencies for Travel Float Nurse jobs?

The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Float Nurse jobs are Care Career (33), Anders Group (24), and American Traveler (22).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, March 23rd 2026, Vivian has 22 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $79 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, March 23rd 2026, Vivian has 7 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $55 per hour on average and up to $59 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, March 23rd 2026, Vivian has 16 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $51 per hour on average, and up to $65 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

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

Take a look at Vivian's Travel 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.

How Much Do Float Nurse Jobs Pay?

Although every facility differs, it’s common for float nurses to earn higher hourly wages than nurses permanently assigned to a specific unit.

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, March 23rd 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Float Nurse is $2,123, but can pay up to $3,845 per week.

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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