Summer Travel Nurse Assignments in Popular Areas

Most Popular Summer Destinations

Beach/Coastal Areas

• Southern California: San Diego, Orange County, Santa Barbara
• Florida: Gulf Coast, Keys, Jacksonville Beach
• Carolinas: Outer Banks, Myrtle Beach, Charleston
• Pacific Northwest: Oregon Coast, Puget Sound
• New England: Cape Cod, Maine Coast, Rhode Island

Mountain Resort Towns

• Colorado: Aspen, Vail, Breckenridge, Telluride
• Wyoming: Jackson Hole, Yellowstone area
• Montana: Glacier National Park, Whitefish
• Utah: Park City, Moab
• Vermont/New Hampshire: Lake regions, ski towns

National Park Areas

• Yellowstone (Wyoming)
• Yosemite (California)
• Grand Canyon (Arizona)
• Glacier (Montana)
• Great Smoky Mountains (TN/NC)

Summer Booking Timeline

6 Months Before (January for July start)

Action: Begin searching and contacting hosts

• Best selection available
• Lower rates (sometimes 10-20% discount for early booking)
• Time to negotiate terms
• Choice of locations near hospital

3-4 Months Before

Action: Secure booking, pay deposit

• Still good availability
• Prices climbing
• Prime spots getting claimed

1-2 Months Before

Action: Last-minute search

• Limited availability
• Peak pricing (20-40% higher)
• Compromise on location or amenities
• May need temporary solution first

Summer Pricing Premiums

Expect to pay 20-50% more than off-season rates:

• Off-Season: $700/month
• Summer Peak: $900-1,050/month
• Ultra-Premium Areas: $1,200-1,800/month

Summer-Specific Considerations

Air Conditioning

• Verify RV AC works (test before assignment)
• 50-amp service needed for dual AC units
• Desert assignments may need dual AC
• Electric bills can increase $50-100/month

Tourist Season Challenges

• Traffic: Commutes take longer with tourist traffic
• Crowding: RV parks fill with vacationers
• Noise: More activity in campgrounds
• Costs: Everything costs more in tourist season

Perks of Summer Assignments

• Weather: Beautiful temps, outdoor activities
• Activities: Hiking, beaches, festivals, concerts
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoyable evenings off
• Networking: Meet more travel nurses in popular areas

Money-Saving Tips

1. Book Early: Save 10-20% by booking 4-6 months ahead
2. Shoulder Season: Start assignment mid-August vs June (rates drop)
3. Extend Stays: Offer 6-month commitment for lower summer rate
4. Private Property: Still cheaper than commercial RV resorts
5. Slightly Outside Town: 10-15 miles out = 30-40% savings