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(FAQ) Frequently Asked Questions & Voyage Healthcare

The FAQ page will provide you with everything you need to know about pay, contracts, licensing, travel logistics, specialty requirements, onboarding, and benefits.

Who We Are

Voyage Healthcare connects experienced nurses and allied health professionals with contract-based assignments at hospitals and medical centers across the U.S. Our team helps travelers find high-paying opportunities that align with their specialty, schedule preferences, and destination goals.

What We Do

We support clinicians through every phase of travel, including:

  • Job matching & onboarding
  • Pay package guidance
  • Housing support
  • Licensing & compliance
  • Credentialing & extensions
  • Recruiter support during assignments

Who Can Travel

Travel assignments are open to:

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • LPN/LVN
  • Allied health professionals
  • Technologists & Therapists

Common specialties include: Med-Surg • Telemetry • Stepdown • ICU • ER • OR • Cath Lab • IR • CT • MRI • Ultrasound • Respiratory Therapy • Surgical Tech • Lab • PT/OT/SLP

If your specialty is not listed, you can still apply — many roles travel.

Travel Pay & Stipends

Travelers receive compensation through multiple components:

✅ Taxable Pay
Hourly base rate based on specialty & facility.

✅ Tax-Free Stipends
Housing, meals, and incidentals when eligible.

✅ Extra Opportunities
Some assignments offer:

  • Overtime
  • Holiday pay
  • Travel reimbursements
  • Extension incentives

Total pay varies by specialty, location, shifts, demand, certification, and  experience.

Visit our blog to learn more about pay packages.

Housing & Travel Logistics

Travelers can choose between:

✅ Stipend Housing
Most clinicians select tax-free stipends and book housing independently. This offers flexibility for pets, family, or preferred neighborhoods.

✅ Assisted Housing
Voyage can help coordinate or arrange housing upon request.

Travelers frequently book through: Airbnb, Furnished Finder, Hotels, Short-term rentals, Travel nurse groups and more.

Visit the Voyage housing resource page

Licensing & Compact States (NLC)

Nursing requirements vary by state. Many states participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), allowing nurses to practice across multiple states using one multistate license.

If you need licensing support, Voyage assists with:

  • License verification
  • BON requirements
  • Start dates vs license timelines

For non-NLC states, single-state licenses are issued individually.

Allied Health Requirements

Allied professionals may require:

  • Specialty certifications
  • ARRT / ASCP / NBRC credentials
  • State licenses for therapy & imaging roles
  • BLS/ACLS for select specialties

Our team will review requirements during onboarding.

Assignment Length & Schedule

Most contracts are:

13 weeks, with some ranging from 8 to 26+ weeks depending on facility demand.

Schedules may include:

  • Days
  • Nights
  • Rotational
  • OT options

Extensions are common if both traveler & facility agree.

Benefits & Support

Eligible travelers receive:

  • Weekly pay
  • Direct deposit
  • Health, dental & vision
  • 401(k) options
  • Compliance & credentialing support
  • Recruiter guidance from apply to extension

First-Time Travelers Welcome

If you’re new to travel healthcare, we’ll help you understand:

  • Pay structures
  • Contract expectations
  • Licensing timelines
  • Extension options
  • Location fit

  • Onboarding requirements

Applying with Voyage

Travelers apply in three steps:

  1. Submit application to confirm specialty, experience & preferences
  2. Speak with a recruiter to review opportunities & pay packages
  3. Complete onboarding for credentialing & facility requirements

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Q: How much experience do I need?
Most facilities require 1–2 years of recent experience in your specialty.

Q: Do I need travel experience to start?
Not always. Many hospitals accept first-time travelers.

Q: Can allied health travel?
Yes — allied health is a key part of travel staffing.

Q: Can I travel with family or pets?
Yes. Just inform your recruiter for housing considerations.

Q: When should I apply?
Most travelers apply 4–8 weeks before their target start date.

Q: How does onboarding work?
Our compliance team supports immunizations, credentialing, and facility paperwork prior to start.

Q: Can I extend my contract?
Extensions are common and negotiated through your recruiter.

Q: Do you offer benefits?
Yes — including weekly pay, direct deposit, healthcare options, and 401(k).

Contact Information

📍 Voyage Healthcare
📞 Call: 800-798-6035
🌐 voyagesolutions.com
📧 info@voyagesolutions.com

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