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Find your suite spot: traveler housing 101
At Fusion Medical Staffing, we know that temporary lodging can make or break an assignment. That’s why we offer allied health and travel nurse housing resources — from short-term rentals to extended stays to fully furnished apartments, our goal is to ensure that you have access to the best housing options that match your needs, preferences, and budget.
What's a housing stipend?
A housing stipend is a tax-free allowance provided to travel nurses and allied health travelers like you to help cover lodging costs during an assignment. The amount you receive is based on guidelines set by the General Services Administration (GSA), which factor in the cost of living for your assignment location, so you can find your home away from home on every travel job.
Healthcare traveler housing options
Short-term (move-in ready or turnkey) rentals (Vrbo, Airbnb, Furnished Finder, etc.)
Short-term leases are a popular option for traveling healthcare professionals looking for a homey atmosphere while on assignment. Platforms like VRBO, Airbnb, and Furnished Finder offer a wide range of fully furnished options, from cozy apartments to spacious homes, tailored to fit various budgets and preferences.
Hotels/motels
Hotels and motels can be a convenient and hassle-free temporary housing option, with flexible booking and amenities like daily housekeeping, Wi-Fi, and access to a fitness center.
Long-term stay hotels
Looking for a balance of convenience and home-like amenities? An extended-stay hotel may offer just that. Designed with travelers in mind, these hotels often include fully equipped kitchenettes, on-site laundry, and spacious living areas.
Apartment rentals
Traditional apartment rentals can be a great option if you want more space, privacy, and a cozy vibe. From studio apartments to multi-bedroom units, short-term apartment rentals can provide a sense of stability and comfort.
Campers/RVs
Adventure, meet convenience and take your home on the road in a camper or RV. With your living space fully equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping areas, you can enjoy the freedom to move between assignments while maintaining the warm familiarity you know and love.
Shared housing
If you don’t mind sharing your living space with others, direct your housing search toward property owners renting out a room. This type of lodging often allows you to have your private space and stay within budget. Plus, you could have the chance to meet new people and create a sense of community.
Traveling companions
Family and/or friends
Did you know you can bring your family members and/or friends along for your allied health or travel nurse assignment, regardless of if they’re traveling healthcare professionals themselves? Whether it’s your spouse, kids, a close friend, or all the above, there are many housing options that can accommodate loved ones.
Pet(s)
Pets are family and they, too, can tag along for the ride, thanks to pet-friendly housing options! From cozy move-in ready apartments to extended-stay hotels to RV living, having your pet by your side can make your assignment location feel even more like home.
Our preferred partners
Healthcare traveler safety is at the heart of everything we do. Because your safety matters most, we’ve teamed up with preferred housing partners who meet our high standards for security and reliability. These trusted options give you one less thing to worry about, so you can settle into your assignment with confidence, ease, and peace of mind.
Hotels
Short-term leases are a popular option for traveling healthcare professionals looking for a homey atmosphere while on assignment. Platforms like VRBO, Airbnb, and Furnished Finder offer a wide range of fully furnished options, from cozy apartments to spacious homes, tailored to fit various budgets and preferences.
The following hotels have discounted rates for Fusion employees. Ask your recruiter for Fusion’s discount codes.
Other hotel options liked by our travelers include:
Hotel Search engines
Use Engine™ to filter by discounted rates for Fusion employees.
Apartments and homes
Short-term leases are a popular option for traveling healthcare professionals looking for a homey atmosphere while on assignment. Platforms like VRBO, Airbnb, and Furnished Finder offer a wide range of fully furnished options, from cozy apartments to spacious homes, tailored to fit various budgets and preferences.
The following hotels have discounted rates for Fusion employees. Ask your recruiter for Fusion’s discount codes.
Home, it matters
Find your suite spot: traveler housing 101
At Fusion Medical Staffing, we know that temporary lodging can make or break an assignment. That’s why we offer allied health and travel nurse housing resources and Fusion negotiated hotel discounts — from short-term rentals to extended stays to fully furnished apartments, our goal is to ensure that you have access to the best housing options that match your needs, preferences, and budget.
What’s a housing stipend?
A housing stipend is a tax-free allowance provided to travel nurses and allied health travelers like you to help cover lodging costs during an assignment. The amount you receive is based on guidelines set by the General Services Administration (GSA), which factor in the cost of living for your assignment location, so you can find your home away from home on every travel job.
Healthcare traveler housing options
Short-term (move-in ready or turnkey) rentals (Vrbo, Airbnb, Furnished Finder, etc.)
Short-term leases are a popular option for traveling healthcare professionals looking for a homey atmosphere while on assignment. Platforms like VRBO, Airbnb, and Furnished Finder offer a wide range of fully furnished options, from cozy apartments to spacious homes, tailored to fit various budgets and preferences.
Hotels/motels
Hotels and motels can be a convenient and hassle-free temporary housing option, with flexible booking and amenities like daily housekeeping, Wi-Fi, and access to a fitness center. Be sure to ask your recruiter about our hotel discount codes!
Long-term stay hotels
Looking for a balance of convenience and home-like amenities? An extended-stay hotel may offer just that. Designed with travelers in mind, these hotels often include fully equipped kitchenettes, on-site laundry, and spacious living areas.
Apartment rentals
Traditional apartment rentals can be a great option if you want more space, privacy, and a cozy vibe. From studio apartments to multi-bedroom units, short-term apartment rentals can provide a sense of stability and comfort.
Campers/RVs
Adventure, meet convenience and take your home on the road in a camper or RV. With your living space fully equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping areas, you can enjoy the freedom to move between assignments while maintaining the warm familiarity you know and love.
Shared housing
If you don’t mind sharing your living space with others, direct your housing search toward property owners renting out a room. This type of lodging often allows you to have your private space and stay within budget. Plus, you could have the chance to meet new people and create a sense of community.
Campers/RVs
Adventure, meet convenience and take your home on the road in a camper or RV. With your living space fully equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping areas, you can enjoy the freedom to move between assignments while maintaining the warm familiarity you know and love.
Shared housing
If you don’t mind sharing your living space with others, direct your housing search toward property owners renting out a room. This type of lodging often allows you to have your private space and stay within budget. Plus, you could have the chance to meet new people and create a sense of community.
Traveling companions
Family and/or friends
Did you know you can bring your family members and/or friends along for your allied health or travel nurse assignment, regardless of if they’re traveling healthcare professionals themselves? Whether it’s your spouse, kids, a close friend, or all the above, there are many housing options that can accommodate loved ones.
Pet(s)
Pets are family and they, too, can tag along for the ride, thanks to pet-friendly housing options! From cozy move-in ready apartments to extended-stay hotels to RV living, having your pet by your side can make your assignment location feel even more like home.
Our preferred partners
Healthcare traveler safety is at the heart of everything we do. Because your safety matters most, we’ve teamed up with preferred housing partners who meet our high standards for security and reliability. These trusted options give you one less thing to worry about, so you can settle into your assignment with confidence, ease, and peace of mind.
Hotels
Pro tip: for stays lasting longer than two weeks, call the hotel and ask for a sales manager or director of sales to discuss a long-term stay. Explain that you’re offering help at the local hospital and see if they’re able to negotiate your rate.
The following hotels have discounted rates for Fusion employees. Ask your recruiter for Fusion's discount codes.
Other hotel options liked by our travelers include:
Hotel search engines
Use Engine™ to filter by discounted rates for Fusion employees.
Apartments and homes
All-inclusive housing
These 3rd party companies will find you an option, but they will also charge for their services.
Furnished short-term rentals
Apartment search engines
RV or camper sites
Keep in mind that not all campsite resources will allow for booking campsites long-term. Also, bear in mind that set up can depend on the type of RV park or campground you are staying in. Some full-service parks will help you park and set up your RV/camper, but others may not provide that service or have that capability. It is always best to inquire about set-up before committing to a site, so you can plan accordingly. Below are a few examples of resources our travelers trust.
Other
Furniture rentals
For help with furniture needs, call Cort at 1-888-360-2678 and mention you work for Fusion.
Search locally
Google search “property management,” call the local Chamber of Commerce and ask if they have a “list of landlords” or search the local paper for housing arrangements.
Facebook groups
Utilize Facebook housing groups or the Fusion travelers Facebook group to connect with other travelers who may have been to the areas you’re looking into. They may have recommendations for where to stay and what to do.
Craigslist
Still struggling to lock in housing? Consider booking a hotel for a week and once you get to town ask around for housing recommendations or search Craigslist.
Note: it's strongly suggested that you do not book Craigslist unless you're able to see the listing in person first.
Wise words: tips and advice
From your fellow travelers
We asked our travelers what advice they’d give first-time travelers and they delivered. Here’s what they had to say:
“Before signing a contract, look at housing in the area you are headed. Sometimes housing is hard to find and/or extremely expensive.”
"Take the time to research the area and surrounding areas before taking an assignment to ensure you can find housing and afford it.”
“Research, don't be afraid to reach out to companies about deals.”
“Call the facility or look online and find someone who has already been there for advice.”
“If booking a motel, find a place with reward points.”
“Ask for clarification on things like shared bathrooms, trash service, etc.”
“Stay within your budget, this is not a vacation.”
In regards to RVs and campers...
"There are a lot of resourceful groups on Facebook for RV healthcare travelers and Reddit can be a great resource for questions and leads."
"Facebook Marketplace is a great resource for finding private sites and local hosts. Do keep in mind renting private means you don't get the campground extras (bathhouse, pool, on-site laundry, etc.) But 98% of the time you get a private site and no one to bother you. So, pros and cons.”
“Have a place to sit outside. Camping can be a relaxing experience if you let it be.”
“Keep in mind a lot of campgrounds have a 10-year rule, meaning your camper can't be more than 10 years old, and that makes finding available spots hard”
Whether it's your first or hundredth time on a travel assignment, the journey can feel overwhelming and scary. That's why we offer helpful resources when it comes to finding your home when on a travel job. While we may not have a fully-staffed housing department, we do have our Senior Travel Consultant Erin ready to assist with your housing needs with arms wide open. Wondering what questions to ask and things to keep in mind when considering your lodging options? Erin's got you covered. Learn more here!
Bonus! Ask your healthcare recruiter about our exclusive housing and car rental discount codes. Don't have a Fusion Medical Staffing recruiter? Get connected today!
What our travelers are saying about their experiences with housing:
This was my first assignment and I couldn’t imagine anyone being in my corner, more supportive, and promptly helpful than my recruiter was. They made me comfortable and worked with me to get a great assignment only four hours from home in a very similar city to what I grew up in. They made sure I was ahead of the game with all the steps and getting settled into housing. I cannot rate them high enough. Even further, their work as my recruiter played a MASSIVE role in my decision to keep traveling for the foreseeable future as I earn a masters online for health administration.
Jacob A.
Radiology
My recruiter made sure I was set up with a hotel until the house was ready. Everything in the house that I required was there. She kept me informed and updated on my upcoming assignment. I was going to a strange town, and I felt she really cared about my success. I really appreciated her.
Genevieve D.
Nursing
Fusion finds me assignments that are right for me! My recruiter helps me with licenses and tries to help find me housing! I do really have the best of the best!
Lori S.
Long-term Care
Fusion helped me find and locate safe housing near my assignment.
Jaclyn S.
Long-term Care
My recruiter has gone out of his way to keep me informed and always remembers to ask about my elderly mother who is currently in a memory care facility. He has helped me with housing issues several times now and makes sure I’m safe. He also works to make sure assignments go well and they provide everything I’m looking for in an assignment. Not only that, but he also is a very excellent listener!!!
Melissa O.
Lab
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