Trustaff

4.5Based on 1,654 verified reviews

Cincinnati-based agency with award-winning recruiter support and strong traveler community.

48 States

States Served

22+

Specialties

2002

Founded

35,000+

Nurses Placed

Overview

Trustaff has been a trusted name in travel nurse staffing since 2002, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. With a focus on building long-term relationships between recruiters and nurses, Trustaff has earned multiple industry awards for recruiter quality and traveler satisfaction.

The agency is known for its strong community feel. Trustaff hosts traveler events, maintains an active online community, and invests heavily in recruiter training. Their recruiters specialize by region, giving them deep knowledge of the facilities and markets they serve.

Trustaff offers competitive pay packages with transparent breakdowns, comprehensive benefits from day one, and a dedicated compliance team that streamlines credentialing. They staff across 48 states in over 22 specialties, with particular strength in the Midwest and Southeast.

Specialties Offered

ICU / Critical CareER / EmergencyMed SurgTelemetryOR / SurgicalLabor & DeliveryNICUPACUOncologyPsych / BehavioralStep-DownCath Lab

States Served (48)

AlabamaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareFloridaGeorgiaIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyoming

Benefits & Perks

  • Day-one health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Housing stipend or company-arranged housing
  • Travel reimbursement
  • License reimbursement
  • CE credit stipend
  • Referral bonuses up to $1,000
  • Completion bonuses
  • Traveler community events and meetups
  • 24/7 clinical support line

Housing Support

Trustaff provides both agency-arranged housing and competitive housing stipends. Their housing team works with national providers to find furnished, pet-friendly accommodations near your facility. Travelers who choose the stipend can expect above-average rates for most markets.

Pay Transparency

Trustaff provides detailed pay package breakdowns including taxable hourly rate, housing stipend, M&I stipend, and any bonuses. They encourage comparison shopping and are upfront about how packages are structured.

Recruiter Support

Trustaff's recruiters are regionally specialized and undergo rigorous training focused on traveler advocacy. The agency has won multiple Best of Staffing awards for recruiter quality. Your recruiter is your single point of contact for job search, compliance, housing, and on-assignment support.

Traveler Reviews

Jessica H.

Labor & Delivery · 2026-03-05

Trustaff has been my go-to agency for three years. My recruiter knows exactly what I want and always has great L&D positions ready. The community events are a bonus — I have met some of my closest travel nurse friends through Trustaff gatherings.

Carlos M.

ICU · 2026-02-12

Good agency with solid pay. My recruiter is knowledgeable about the Midwest market and found me a great ICU position in Cincinnati. Only wish they had more positions on the West Coast, but for the central and eastern U.S. they are hard to beat.

Danielle W.

Med Surg · 2026-01-20

As a first-time traveler, Trustaff made everything easy. My recruiter walked me through the entire process, helped with licensing, and found me a great first assignment. The credentialing team was efficient and the onboarding was painless.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Award-winning recruiter support with regional specialization
  • Strong traveler community with events and online groups
  • Transparent pay packages with detailed breakdowns
  • Efficient credentialing process with dedicated compliance team

Cons

  • Fewer West Coast positions compared to CA-based agencies
  • Does not currently staff in Alaska or Hawaii

Trustaff FAQ

Common questions about working with Trustaff.

Is Trustaff good for first-time travel nurses?
Yes, Trustaff is excellent for first-time travelers. Their recruiters are trained to guide new nurses through every step of the process, from choosing your first assignment to understanding tax implications and housing options.
What awards has Trustaff won?
Trustaff has won multiple ClearlyRated Best of Staffing awards for both client and talent satisfaction, reflecting their commitment to recruiter quality and traveler experience.
Does Trustaff have a traveler community?
Yes, Trustaff maintains an active online traveler community and hosts regional meetup events where travel nurses can connect, share experiences, and build relationships with fellow travelers.
What specialties does Trustaff staff?
Trustaff staffs over 22 nursing specialties including ICU, ER, Med Surg, Telemetry, OR, L&D, NICU, PACU, Oncology, Psych, Step-Down, and Cath Lab, among others.

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