Tech-forward marketplace that lets nurses find and book travel assignments directly online.
50 States
States Served
25+
Specialties
2015
Founded
22,000+
Nurses Placed
NomadHealth, based in New York City, launched in 2015 as a technology-first approach to travel nurse staffing. Rather than the traditional recruiter-driven model, Nomad built a marketplace where nurses can search, compare, and apply for assignments directly — with full pay transparency from the start.
The platform shows detailed pay packages for every listing, including bill rates, stipends, and the agency margin. This radical transparency has disrupted the traditional staffing model and attracted tech-savvy nurses who want control over their job search without the pressure of recruiter-driven sales.
While Nomad's technology-forward approach is its biggest draw, the company also provides recruiter support for nurses who want guidance. The hybrid model gives travelers the best of both worlds — self-service efficiency with human support available when needed. Nomad offers positions in all 50 states across 25+ specialties.
NomadHealth primarily offers housing stipends, allowing nurses to arrange their own accommodations and maximize take-home pay. Stipend amounts are clearly displayed on every listing, and the platform provides housing resources and tips for finding short-term rentals in your assignment city.
Pay transparency is central to NomadHealth's value proposition. Every listing on the platform shows the full pay breakdown including bill rate, taxable hourly rate, housing stipend, M&I stipend, and the agency margin. This level of transparency is unmatched in traditional staffing.
NomadHealth uses a hybrid model. The platform is designed for self-service — you can search, compare, and apply without speaking to a recruiter. However, recruiter support is available for nurses who want guidance, especially first-time travelers or those navigating complex licensing situations.
Alex T.
ICU · 2026-03-13
Nomad changed travel nursing for me. I can see every detail of every pay package before I even apply. No surprises, no sales pitch, no pressure. The platform is intuitive and I found a high-paying ICU contract in Colorado in minutes. This is how staffing should work.
Morgan S.
ER · 2026-02-07
Love the transparency and self-service model. Being able to compare assignments side by side with full pay details is incredible. I gave 4 stars because sometimes I wish I had a more hands-on recruiter for tricky situations, but the optional support has been helpful when I have needed it.
Jasmine L.
Med Surg · 2026-01-22
As a tech-savvy nurse, Nomad is perfect for me. I can browse jobs on my phone, see exactly what I will make, and apply in minutes. The bill rate transparency is a game-changer — I can see how my pay compares across different facilities and agencies.
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