As you prepare for your upcoming travel nursing assignments, it may be a good idea to consider where the top places might be during the fall season. One of the best parts about working as a travel nurse is the fact that you can request a location with your travel nursing agency and if there's a facility there that could use your help, you may be well on your way to your dream autumn assignment. While it may have been nice to work at a hospital or clinic near the beach this summer, when the leaves begin to change and temperatures cool down, you'll likely want to get somewhere where you can enjoy the season. Therefore, take a look at this list of top destinations for travel nurses this fall and find out if you can work at a hospital nearby.
Chicago, Illinois – According to U.S. World and News Report, Chicago is one of the best places in the country to spend time in during the fall. The publication states this is because the weather is moderate from September through October and the city comes alive with festivities. Summer is also a nice time to visit the Windy City, but this is typically when the tourists come out in droves, making restaurants crowded and causing prices all over ChiTown to skyrocket. However, during the fall a good portion of the crowds have dispersed and you can simply explore the city between shifts by riding the El, the public rail system, and stay warm by enjoying a deep-dish pizza.
Atlanta, Georgia – While Atlanta may be a little too hot for your liking during the spring and summer, in the fall the weather starts to cool and makes for an enjoyable assignment location. Huffington Post reports that shoppers flock to Atlanta during this time of year to get good deals on holiday shopping, so make sure to bring the kids' wish lists. Furthermore, Southern hospitality will help you feel right at home during your time in this Georgia city.
Roanoke, Virginia – Holiday shopping deals and deep-dish pizza might be nice, but what good is autumn if you can't take great photographs of the changing leaves? If this is your favorite part of fall, you should head down to the rural city of Roanoke, Virginia. Nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains, shades of orange, red and yellow will surround you from every angle while working as a travel nurse in the Roanoke Valley. Make sure you drive along Skyline Drive and hike Dragon's Tooth if you want to get the best pictures of the foliage.