Table of Contents
- Find Current Rhode Island Travel Nursing Jobs 2024
- Rhode Island Licensure Information and Requirements
- Rhode Island CEU Requirements
- What Is the Average Travel Nursing Salary in Rhode Island?
- How To Become a Travel Nurse in Rhode Island With Trusted Nurse Staffing in Three Simple Steps
- Why Should You Consider Becoming a Travel Nurse in Rhode Island?
- What Are The High-Demand Travel Nursing Specialities in Rhode Island Right Now?
- FAQs About Rhode Island Travel Nursing
Find Current Travel Nurse Jobs in Rhode Island 2025
Rhode Island Licensure Information and Requirements
For the latest up-to-date information on licensure requirements and fees, visit the Rhode Island Board of Nursing website.
Licensure Requirements
Rhode Island is a part of the NLC so you do not need a Rhode Island nursing license to practice travel nursing here if you have a valid license in another compact state.
If you’ve passed the NCLEX Exam and are licensed in another state you may apply for license by endorsement by providing the following:
- Proof of Rhode Island residence by providing a driver’s license, tax return, or lease (if you plan on making RI your primary residence)
- A national background check with fingerprints from the Department of Attorney General
- Verification through NursysⓇ from all other state boards in which a license was issued. If you’ve held a California or Pennsylvania license, you must request verification directly from that state’s board
Rhode Island does not issue temporary nursing licenses — it may take up to four weeks for permanent licenses to be issued upon completion of all required documents.
Licensure Fees
Licensing fees for RNs in Rhode Island are as follows:
- RN initial application by endorsement – $135
- RN Renewal – $135
- Background check – $35
Nurse Licensure Compact Status
Rhode Island signed the NLC into law on June 24, 2023.
Is Rhode Island a Walk-Through State?
Rhode Island is not a walk-through state.
Rhode Island CEU Requirements
Nurses renewing their licenses must complete 10 continuing education hours for every two-year licensing cycle, two of which must be about substance abuse.
All CE courses must be approved by the Rhode Island Board of Registration and Nursing Education. Approved courses include:
- Courses approved by the American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Any department or school of nursing approved by a board of nursing; or
- Other professional, labor organization, or accrediting agency approved by the Board
Upon renewal, nurses must sign a statement confirming completion of the CE requirements.
If the nurse has suffered a hardship, the Board reserves the right to extend CE requirements for six months.
Effective as of August 1, 2019, the Rhode Island Board of Nursing made it mandatory for every nurse to complete one hour (per career) of CEU training regarding Alzheimer’s disease.
Nurses should retain documentation of course completions for four years.
What Is the Average Travel Nursing Salary in Rhode Island?
If you’re looking for an excellent travel nurse salary, Rhode Island might be for you.
Salaries can vary depending on which city and specialty you work in, but most Rhode Island travel nurses receive pay similar to the national average.
The average salary for a travel nurse in Rhode Island is $1,753.
In addition to a high-paying travel nurse salary, travel nurses receive benefits like travel, meal, and housing stipends, bonuses, medical benefits, and more.
Cities in Rhode Island With the Highest Travel Nursing Salaries
Newport
The average travel nurse salary in Newport, RI is $2,451 per week.
Providence
The average travel nurse salary in Providence, RI is $2,430 per week.
Westerly
The average travel nurse salary in Westerly, RI is $2,289 per week.
North Providence
The average travel nurse salary in North Providence, RI is $2,215 per week.
Woonsocket
The average travel nurse salary in Woonsocket, RI is $2,133.
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How To Become a Travel Nurse in Rhode Island With Trusted Nurse Staffing in 3 Simple Steps
Getting started is simple — go to Pronto to search for available Rhode Island travel nurse contracts. Pronto gives you easy access to areas of interest throughout Rhode Island, compensation information, and the benefits you’ll receive.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, don’t stress. Pronto allows users to receive updates when new travel nurse assignments in Rhode Island become available.
You’ve found a travel nurse contract in Rhode Island that piques your interest — it’s time to apply. First, you’ll sign up and sign into Pronto, click “apply” and follow the prompts.
You can handle everything required for the application process within Pronto, but if you need help, a Trusted Nurse Staffing support member can guide you.
You’ve secured your contract — it’s time to sign it, pack your bags, and get on your way.
When your contract is complete, Trusted Nurse Staffing can help you either extend it or help you find another contract in the next travel nursing state you want to explore.
Why Should You Consider Becoming a Travel Nurse in Rhode Island?
If you are looking for the epitome of quaint New England charm, look no further. Known as the country’s smallest state, Rhode Island is a popular place to both live and visit.
With over 400 miles of amazing coastline and wooded forests, Rhode Island is a great place for the outdoor lover. You’ll find plenty of opportunities for sailing, hiking, fishing, and collecting shells.
You won’t be able to resist the character and charm of Rhode Island’s cities and small-town alike:
- Tour The Breakers, Cornelius Vanderbilt’s 1895 Gilded Age mansion In Newport
- Peruse the shops in downtown Portland
- Spend the day at Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence
- Visit the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport
- Camp at Burlingame State National Park In Charlestown Lemon
- Take a tour of the Rhode Island Lighthouse Located on Rose Island in Narragansett Bay in Newport
Rhode Island is home to thriving fishing and shellfish farming industries which means you’ll be eating some of the freshest seafood you’ve ever tasted, including:
- Calamari
- Clam chowder
- Clam cakes
- And more
And while you’re at it, you won’t want to miss these Rhode Island specialties:
- Del’s Frozen Lemonade
- Johnnycakes
- Coffee milk (the official state drink)
You will also be pleased to know that Rhode Island is one of the safest states in the U.S. with a crime rate significantly below national levels.
What about Rhode Island travel nursing jobs? There are plenty of desirable positions available for travel nursing in towns and cities throughout the state.
What Are The High-Demand Travel Nursing Specialities in Rhode Island Right Now?
Operating Room
Labor and Delivery
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Emergency Room
Intensive Care Unit
Step-Down Unit
Pediatrics Unit
FAQs About Rhode Island Travel Nursing
What Are Your Active Travel Nursing Jobs in Providence?
Are you looking for a travel nursing job in Providence, Rhode Island? We’ve got you covered. Find available Providence travel nurse contracts on Pronto.
What Are Your Active Travel Nursing Jobs in Cranston?
Interested in Cranston travel nursing jobs? Go to Pronto to start your search for Cranston, Rhode Island travel nursing jobs today.
What Are Your Active Travel Nursing Jobs in Warwick?
Looking for Rhode Island travel nursing jobs? Be sure to check out Warwick. Simply go to Pronto to view available contracts and start the application process.
Which Rhode Island Travel Nurse Assignments Have The Lowest Cost Of Living?
One way to boost your take-home pay on Rhode Island travel nursing jobs is to choose an assignment in a city with a lower cost of living.
Consider these 10 cities with the lowest cost of living in Rhode Island:
- Pascoag
- Valley Falls
- Cumberland Hill
- Burrillville
- Cumberland
- Glocester
- Coventry
- Lower South Providence
- Smithfield
- Ashaway
Housing For Travel Nurses in Rhode Island: How Do I Go About Finding Housing?
“Choosing to accept a stipend doesn’t mean that your recruiter at Trusted Nurse Staffing won’t be there to help you along the way. Connect with us, and we can give you insights into the various areas and even connect you with rental properties used by travel nurses in the past.”
How Do I Find The Best Travel Nursing Agencies In Rhode Island?
Overwhelmed by the multitude of options for travel nursing agencies in Rhode Island? Here are a few ideas that will help narrow your search:
- Take a look at other traveling nurses’ online reviews of the companies they used during their Rhode Island travel nursing jobs.
- Contact recruiters from several agencies. This will give you a good idea of how easy it is to get in touch with the agency and how they may support you during your Rhode Island travel nursing contract.
And don’t forget to look closely at the benefits offered. Just because an agency offers a better rate of pay doesn’t mean they’ll have the best benefits.
What Benefits Do I Receive As A Travel Nurse In Rhode Island?
You’ll find that travel nurse benefits vary from agency to agency.
When you choose Trusted Nurse Staffing over the other travel nursing companies in Rhode Island you will have options for benefits not offered by some other agencies.
At Trusted Nurse Staffing you will receive:
Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) with 4% match after 1,000 hours and 1 year of employment
- Weekly Paychecks
- Direct Deposit
- Overtime/Double Time is Available
- Customizable Pay Packages
Top-Tier Bonus Opportunities:
- $1500 Referral Bonus Program
- Loyalty Program
- Sign-on & Completion Bonus
- Discount Program
Leading Health & Wellness Benefits:
- Employer Sponsored Health Insurance
- HRA Card to fully cover healthcare deductibles
- Guardian Dental and Vision Insurance
- Wellness Benefits
Additional Insurance Benefits:
- Portable Permanent Whole Life Insurance
- License, Certifications & CEU reimbursements
- Portable Short-term/Longterm
- Disability Insurance
Work Flexibility:
- Flexible contract options
- Full/Part Time Work, Per Diem
- Housing, Meal and Travel Stipends
- Rental Car Options
Best In Class and Communication:
- On Day 1, you’ll get matched with your own dedicated support team that includes clinical support, payroll, and compliance experts, with ongoing assignment advocacy.
How Long Are Rhode Island Travel Nursing Jobs?
As one of the top travel nursing agencies in Rhode Island, Trusted Nurse Staffing offers you flexible contracts with options for 6, 8, and 13-week nursing assignments. And if you wind up loving your travel nursing experience in Rhode Island, your Trusted Nurse Staffing recruiter can help you extend it.
Why Should I Apply For Rhode Island Travel Nursing Jobs In With Trusted Nurse Staffing?
Trusted Nurse Staffing isn’t like other travel nursing companies.
Besides the awesome benefits we offer our nurses, the biggest difference between Trusted Nurse Staffing and the other travel nursing agencies is the personalized support we give our nurses.
Our nurse staffing team is available around the clock to answer your questions and provide you with the highest level of care before, during, and after each nursing assignment.