Why Choose LTC Travel Nursing With SkyBridge Healthcare

Deliver expert care in rehab, SNFs, and LTC hospitals with top pay & full support.

Long-term care nursing is both challenging and deeply rewarding, and SBH is here to help you thrive in LTC travel nursing jobs across the country. As a nationally trusted staffing partner, SkyBridge Healthcare connects nurses with long-term care travel nurse jobs that match their goals, experience, and lifestyle. Whether you’re seeking short-term assignments or permanent placement, SBH offers top-tier compensation, dedicated recruiter guidance, and nationwide LTC nurse assignments tailored to your needs.

What Long-Term Care Travel Nurses Do Day to Day

An LTC travel nurse provides continuous, high-quality care for older adults, individuals with chronic conditions, and clients who need long-term support in residential settings. These professionals play a hands-on role in promoting comfort, safety, and dignity while managing a wide range of clinical needs.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Conducting routine assessments and monitoring vital signs
  • Managing medications and documenting client response
  • Assisting with daily living activities (ADLs)
  • Developing and updating individualized care plans
  • Communicating with families and caregivers
  • Coordinating with interdisciplinary teams for seamless care

SBH places long-term care nurses in both travel and permanent roles nationwide.

Long-Term Care Settings for Travel Nurses

Long-term care nursing settings vary widely, giving travelers opportunities to build versatile clinical experience. Common facilities include:
  • Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs): Hands-on nursing support in post-acute or residential settings
  • Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals (LTACHs): Care for medically complex clients with long recovery timelines
  • Rehabilitation Centers: Therapy-focused environments supporting functional gains
  • Memory Care Units: Specialized support for individuals with dementia
  • Transitional Care Units: Short-term rehabilitation and recovery care
Whether you prefer urban centers, coastal towns, or rural communities, SBH helps you find the right fit in long-term care nursing settings nationwide.

Pay, Benefits & Perks for LTC Travel Nurses

SkyBridge Healthcare is known for exceptional compensation, support, and benefits, setting our salaries and stipends in the LTC travel nurse pay & benefits category among the best in the nation. Travelers enjoy:

  • Top 5% pay rates with reliable weekly pay
  • Weekly, tax-free per diem housing stipends
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Travel cost reimbursements
  • Paid time off and sick leave (assignment-dependent)
  • Licensing and certification renewal reimbursement
  • One-on-one recruiter support throughout every assignment
  • Streamlined onboarding with full credentialing guidance

Explore more travel nursing jobs with our nationwide team.

Our LTC Travel Nurse Hiring Process

SkyBridge Healthcare ensures a smooth and transparent hiring experience for every candidate. Here’s what to expect:

  • Apply: Submit your information, resume, and assignment preferences. This helps SBH understand your background, ideal locations, scheduling needs, and any specialty experience you bring to long-term care.
  • Recruiter Review: A dedicated SBH recruiter reviews your skills, certifications, work history, and goals. They’ll reach out to discuss potential opportunities, answer questions, and confirm which LTC roles are the best match.
  • Client Submission: Once you confirm interest, SBH prepares your candidate packet, including your resume, skills checklist, references, and credentials, and submits it to partner facilities that align with your experience and preferences.
  • Interview: If a facility is interested, they’ll schedule a phone interview to learn more about your background and discuss expectations for the role. Your recruiter will help you prepare by sharing insights about the facility, unit, and assignment details.
  • Offer: If the interview goes well, SBH presents a clear, detailed offer outlining pay, stipends, scheduling, shift expectations, and contract terms. Your recruiter remains available to walk you through every element so you can make an informed decision.
  • Compliance & Start Date: After accepting the offer, SBH guides you through all required documentation, including medical records, certifications, background checks, and any state-specific items. Our compliance team ensures everything is completed efficiently so you’re ready for your start date.

Our team supports you through every step, including full access to credentialing and onboarding resources.

LTC Travel Nurse FAQs: Requirements & Process

Each state sets its own licensing rules, including whether it participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). SBH helps travelers understand requirements and navigate state-specific steps.

Pay varies by facility type, location, and demand. High-need specialties such as ICU, ER, and long-term care often offer competitive rates and additional stipends.

Travelers may receive higher pay, tax-free stipends, housing support, insurance coverage, and the flexibility to choose preferred locations and assignments.

Travel roles help you build diverse experience, expand your professional network, and access specialty opportunities in various care environments.

Most roles require LTC travel nurse requirements including at least three years of total experience and a minimum of one year in LTC, geriatrics, or a related specialty.

SBH staffs roles across LTC, telemetry, med-surg, ICU, hospice, home health, and more. View current healthcare job openings to explore available options.

Housing Options for LTC Travel Nurses

SBH ensures that your home-away-from-home experience is as comfortable as possible. SBH provides comprehensive LTC travel nurse housing & support, so every traveler feels confident and prepared before arriving at their next assignment. If you prefer support, your recruiter can help locate short-term housing, compare options, and coordinate arrangements so you arrive ready to settle in. This includes apartments, extended-stay hotels, and vetted listings near your assignment.

You can also explore housing independently. Many travelers choose Airbnb, hotels, or local rentals for added flexibility. SBH provides tools and recommendations to help you find a space that feels like home, no matter where your journey takes you. Explore traveler housing or contact us for more information today.

Launch Your Long-Term Care Travel Nurse Career

Your LTC expertise is needed nationwide, and SBH is ready to connect you with LTC RN travel jobs that match your strengths and goals. With top-tier pay, dedicated support, and access to roles from coast to coast, you can move confidently into your next assignment as a skilled nursing facility travel nurse or other LTC specialist.

Take the next step in your career by exploring our available travel clinician jobs a find the right match for you.

Explore on your own.

We understand that finding your home is something you might want to be in control of. With that being said, you can explore your living options in the area, whether that be finding a unique styled home through Airbnb or havingthe luxury of living in a hotel. The choice is yours but of course our 24/7 support is always available.