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I would like some feedback from any nurses who live in NYC and who are traveling nurses in NYC as well. How do assignments work and do you still get a rent stipend even if you reside in the city?

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Yes.....you still get a living stipend if your prefer. You just tell your recruiter that you will not need housing. You will then get the stipend which is averaging $2000-$3000/mo for NYC hospitals.

If you live,however a certain distance from the hospital, you will be also given a 'Travel Allowance" which is around $600 per assignment.That you can use for tolls,parking, etc.

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wow, that sounds great. Do you know the names of any NYC agencies for traveling nurses?

thank you for the info!

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Cross Country Trav corp has the exclusive contracts to NYU,NY Cornel and NY Pres. What hospital are you looking into specifically?

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thanks this is very helpful. i am considering an RN career, i will start prereqs this summer, then attend Pace accelerated program. My understanding is that a new RN must work one year before being eligible to become a travel nurse.

I like the idea of changing assignments, but living in one area. The RNs I work with now speak highly of the option and say it also pays well--What are the pros and cons for you? any info is appreciated! THANKS!

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