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Travel Nursing Jobs in Virginia

Find Your Next Career in Virginia

From beaches to mountains, Virginia isn't just for lovers. With the right travel nursing job, this state puts you in control of the adventure, and you can soak up sun or history or test your legs on epic hikes.

Travel nursing jobs in Virginia also let you work in some of the nation's best hospitals and alongside professionals from all over the nation and the world. Our large network of nursing jobs ensures opportunities in every corner of the state, from the ports and beach towns to the big cities and rural areas in Appalachia.

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Virginia has some of the best travel nurse job opportunities in the country, and we currently have 349 travel nurse jobs available.

Travel nurse jobs are currently available in cities like Norfolk and Richmond. Virginia hospitals and health care facilities are looking for all types of specialists including Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (10 jobs), Cath Lab (3 jobs), Pediatric Operating Room (2 jobs), Progressive Care Unit (39 jobs), Pediatric Emergency Room (6 jobs), and more.

We have new travel nurse jobs posted daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack when a new job opens up. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, Virginia is a popular place for travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

Virginia Cities with Highest-Paying Travel Nurse Jobs

The highest travel nurse jobs salary in Virginia can earn up to $3,470 per week as of October 1, 2024. Today, you can find jobs with an average salary of $1,901 ranging between $874 to $3,470 per week. The cities with the highest paying jobs include:

In Virginia, there are a number of hospital facilities with nursing staff including: Blue Hills Free Standing ED in Roanoke, Concentra Urgent Care - Newport News in Newport News, Affordable Dentures and Implants - Newport News, VA in Newport News, Staunton Dental Care in Staunton, and Colonial Forge MOB in Stafford are well known in Virginia.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the soonest available in Virginia is Dec 5, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care - PICU - PICU role at $3,470 per week. The latest start date for a Registered Nurse job is Dec 5, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care - PICU - PICU role at $3,470 per week.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a travel nursing job in Virginia including 13 Weeks (3,157 jobs), 12 Weeks (245 jobs), and 16 Weeks (56 jobs).

FAQs about Travel Nurse Jobs in Virginia

On average, how much does a travel nurse make in Virginia?

The salary for travel nurse jobs in Virginia averages $3,061 per week.

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How long is the most common contract duration for travel nursing jobs in Virginia?

The average length for travel nurse jobs in Virginia based on recent data is 13 weeks.

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How many Virginia travel nurse job opportunities are currently available?

In Virginia there are 349 jobs opportunities for a traveling nurse to choose from as of November 21, 2024.

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What cities have the highest paying travel nursing jobs in Virginia?
  • Norfolk, Virginia $3,470 / per week average salary
  • Norfolk, Virginia $3,470 / per week average salary
  • Richmond, Virginia $2,645 / per week average salary
  • Richmond, Virginia $2,645 / per week average salary
  • Richmond, Virginia $2,645 / per week average salary
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What nursing specialties are needed most in Virginia right now?
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Top Travel Nurse Salaries in Virginia

Find the nurse travel jobs in Virginia with the highest salaries below and contact a recruiter today:

Cities Highest Paying Salary Average Salary Highest paying job in each city
Norfolk $3,470 /Weekly* $3,061 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care - PICU $3,470 per week
Norfolk $3,470 /Weekly* $3,061 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care - PICU $3,470 per week
Richmond $2,645 /Weekly* $2,334 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Progressive Care $2,645 per week
Richmond $2,645 /Weekly* $2,334 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Progressive Care $2,645 per week
Richmond $2,645 /Weekly* $2,334 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Progressive Care $2,645 per week
Richmond $2,645 /Weekly* $2,334 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Progressive Care $2,645 per week

*Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the company. Please speak with your recruiter for additional details.

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Virginia’s Top Opportunities by Specialty

AMN Healthcare receives new travel nurse jobs in Virginia each day from hospitals and healthcare facilities. If you are looking for a specific Virginia travel nurse job, please see below for in-demand nursing specialties needed throughout the state:

Specialty Average Salary Cities with highest paying jobs
Cath Lab $64.99 /hour* Norfolk and Richmond
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit $64.34 /hour* Norfolk, Falls Church and Richmond
Pediatric Operating Room $60.71 /hour* Norfolk
Cardiovascular ICU $60.43 /hour* Norfolk and Portsmouth
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology $59.63 /hour* Norfolk
Pediatric Operating Room $58.23 /hour* Norfolk
Pediatric Emergency Room $53.84 /hour* Richmond and Norfolk
Pedi Rehab/LTAC $53.30 /hour* Norfolk
Labor & Delivery $50.96 /hour* Henrico, Mechanicsville and Fredericksburg
Progressive Care Unit $50.67 /hour* Mechanicsville, Norfolk and Midlothian

*Estimate of hourly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with your Recruiter for additional details.

Is Virginia a Nursing Compact State?

You Hit the Jackpot, They Are!

The beauty of Virginia joining the nursing compact is its locale to so many other states that are also part of the compact. Nearby states such as North Carolina, Maryland, Tennessee, Kentucky, and West Virginia are all so close that your nursing license in Virginia can pave the way to new adventures. 

 

Wow, you've got lots of great options if you choose to go to Virginia for your next travel nursing job. 

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Great Virginia Travel Nursing Benefits

Let Your Career Blossom Here

At AMN Healthcare, our travel nurses in Virginia can choose from a variety of great benefits, including the following:

  • Private, provided housing or a stipend to find their own accommodations
  • Travel reimbursements for transportation to their assignment location
  • DAY ONE benefits, including full medical and dental 
  • 401k options 
  • FREE continuing education courses (CMEs)
  • The largest database of travel nursing jobs in the nation
  • Some positions offer overtime bonus programs
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