travel nursing jobs and allied health FAQs
We encourage you to either call a Recruitment Specialist at 800-919-9100 or e-mail us at
recnet@clinicalone.com if you have a question that is not answered below.
General Travel Nursing Job FAQs
What qualifications are required to travel?
The following outlines the minimum requirement for a professional to be considered for our travel
program.
| Profession |
Requirements |
| RN |
Minimum two (2) years of current clinical experience as a licensed RN. 1 year of experience will be considered with excellent references and experience. |
| LPN |
Minimum of three (3) years of current clinical experience as a licensed LPN. An LPN with an all average rating on their references will not be accepted. All LPN’s must also have at least 2 travel assignments or 6 months of travel experience successfully completed in order to be placed by Clinical One. |
| Radiology, Ultrasound, Radiation Therapist, Nuclear Med Tech (NMT) |
Minimum one year of current work experience after passing exam. |
| PT, PTA, OT, COTA |
If have Masters degree, New Grads can Travel with us. If have BS degree, minimum 6 months of current work experience after passing exam. |
| Nurse Practitioner & Physician’s Assistant |
6 months of experience as an NP/PA. |
| SLP |
Immediately eligible after they have earned their “CCC’s,” that is a Certificate of Clinical Competence offered by ASHA. Every SLP to complete 9 consecutive months of a CFY (Clinical Fellowship Year), which is prior to obtaining this certificate. |
| CST, ST, & Central Supply Tech |
Minimum experience requirement for a Surgical Technologist to be considered for placement is 3 years. They must have graduated from an accredited ST program or completed a formal accredited hospital training course to be accepted into Clinical One. “On the job training” is not acceptable. An ST with an all average rating on their references will not be accepted. Must also have at least 2 travel assignments or 6 months of travel experience successfully completed in order to be placed by Clinical One. |
| Dialysis Technician |
Must have passed the national certification exam given by the Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology (BONENT), leading to the CHT (Certified Hemodialysis Technician) designation. Must have 2 years of experience. |
| Respiratory Therapist |
Must have 1 yr of current work experience after passing exam. An RT with an all average rating on their references will not be accepted. |
| Phlebotomist |
Must have 1 yr of current work experience to be referenced. |
Which professions are placed by Clinical One?
Each year, Clinical One places hundreds of travel nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians assistants, and allied health professionals in a variety of positions. Travel nursing jobs and Allied Health travel jobs are available within the following disciplines:
| Nursing |
Allied Health |
| RN's and LPN's – All Specialties |
Physical Therapists |
| Nurse Practitioners |
Occupational Therapists |
| Physician Assistants |
Physical Therapist Assistants |
| Certified Nurse Midwives |
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists |
Speech Language Pathologists |
| Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists |
Ultrasound Technologists/Sonographers |
| Surgical Technologists |
Radiological Technologists |
| Dialysis Technologists |
Respiratory Therapists (CRTT and RRT) |
| Cath Lab Technologists |
Pharmacists |
| Case Managers |
|
What is the average length of an assignment?
The average length of an assignment is 13 weeks; however assignments range from as short as 4 weeks and up 26 weeks. It is often possible to extend your assignment if you are still exploring your current travel location. Over 70% of our travelers extend their assignments!
How do I get started with Clinical One?
The first step to get started and have your file submitted for future jobs is to complete our
online application. You can also email your resume to
recnet@clinicalone.com or call 800-919-9100 to speak to a Recruitment Specialist. Once your application has been received and reviewed and you are accepted into our program, we will send you an acceptance letter and a package of information to get started.
How quickly can I begin working?
Once we have received and processed your application, we're ready when you are! It's really up to you how quickly you want to start an assignment.
What are your pay rates?
Clinical One offers competitive pay rates for all professions and these will vary based on your specialty, experience and assignment location. Please contact a Recruitment Specialist for more information on pay rates in the cities you are interested in.
Where are your assignments located?
Clinical One has travel nursing jobs and travel allied health jobs in all 50 states and the US Virgin Islands.
In what types of facilities would I be working?
As a preferred vendor at over 1,400 hospitals, Clinical One will provide you with access to thousands of travel nursing jobs and travel allied health jobs nationwide. Positions are available in a variety of clinical settings ranging from small community hospitals to large teaching facilities.
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Housing FAQs
Do I have to pay for private housing?
Not with Clinical One! Our standard housing package includes a free, private, one-bedroom, furnished apartment on every assignment. We pay the rent, security deposits and basic utilities so that all you are responsible for is your telephone, internet, and cable TV costs.
What is the housing like?
Regardless of location or start date, you can rest assured that Clinical One will provide you with the best possible housing available. Our in-house Housing Department will go out of their way to ensure that when you travel with Clinical One, your housing is a home away from home. We offer free, quality accommodations in safe, comfortable, attractive neighborhoods, within a reasonable commute to your place of work. We ensure that your housing is furnished to suit your lifestyle and arrange for your furniture delivery and utility setup. Each apartment is furnished with the following items:
| Queen or Full bed with headboard |
Loveseat |
| Dresser with mirror |
Sofa |
| Night stand and lamp |
End table and lamp |
| Dinette table with 4 chairs |
Coffee table |
What if I provide my own housing?
Should you choose to forgo Clinical One’s free housing, you would then qualify for a housing subsidy. The amount of the subsidy is based on your assignment location.
Can I bring a pet with me?
Most assignment locations offer housing that will accommodate cats and small dogs. Large dogs can be accommodated but may limit your options somewhat. Be sure to inform your Recruitment Specialist if you intend to bring a pet. Also, please be aware that most apartment complexes will charge the traveler a special security deposit and/or pet fee.
Can I bring a friend or family member(s) to live with me in Clinical One Housing?
Certainly! You can bring up to one person to share your one bedroom apartment at no cost to you. Should you wish to bring more than one person, or prefer a 2+ bedroom apartment, you can simply pay the difference between the larger apartment and the standard one bedroom apartment that we provide.
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Benefits FAQs
What benefits do you offer?
Clinical One has designed a
benefits package with your needs in mind and based on years of feedback from satisfied travelers. We constantly evaluate traveler satisfaction with our benefits package and make changes as needed to make sure our package is one of the best in the industry. Our benefits include free single coverage health insurance from day one, free private housing, bonuses, 401K, free unlimited CEUs and much more.
What if I decline any health insurance benefits?
Clinical One will increase your hourly pay rate by $1.00 for your assignment.
Do you offer bonuses?
Yes! Clinical One offers extension, completion, and referral bonuses on many of our travel nursing assignments.
Do you offer 401(k)?
Yes! You become eligible after completing 1000 hours of service in 2, 3, or 4 consecutive calendar quarters.
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Payroll FAQs
How often will I be paid?
Clinical One travelers are paid weekly, with very few exceptions where the assignments pay on a bi-weekly basis, and can enroll in direct deposit or have your pay deposited onto a pay card for immediate access to your money.
Does Clinical One pay employer-related taxes?
Yes, Clinical One will deduct Federal, FICA, and any applicable state and local withholding taxes from your paycheck.
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