If you’re a nurse considering travel opportunities, you’ve probably heard of the 13-week contract—a time frame that’s become the industry standard. But why 13 weeks? And what makes it such a sweet spot for both nurses and healthcare facilities?
At Informatix Health, we’ve seen firsthand how this contract length offers flexibility, professional growth, and just the right amount of adventure.
1. The Perfect Balance of Time
Thirteen weeks is long enough for you to settle into your role, build rapport with your team, and truly make an impact on your patients. Yet it’s short enough that you’re not locked into a position if it’s not the perfect fit.
For many nurses, this timeframe provides an ideal test run—especially if you’re trying out a new specialty, unit, or geographic area.
2. Professional Growth, Faster
When you take on a 13-week assignment, you’re exposed to new systems, patient populations, and clinical environments. It’s like leveling up your resume every three months.
You gain the kind of hands-on experience that hiring managers love to see, while also sharpening your adaptability—a trait that’s golden in nursing.
3. Flexibility to Design Your Life
With a 13-week contract, you’re in the driver’s seat of your schedule. Want a break after one assignment? Need to travel or take time with family? You can structure your year in a way that works for your lifestyle.
At Informatix Health, we offer local and regional travel nurse assignments in welcoming communities like Whitman, Holbrook, Randolph, and Easton, Massachusetts—close enough to home for comfort, but far enough to feel like a change of pace.
4. The Opportunity to Try Something New
Whether it’s a different city, a new facility, or a unit you’ve never worked in before, 13 weeks gives you the chance to try something different—without a long-term commitment. If you love the role, there’s often the option to extend. If not, your next adventure is just around the corner.
Ready to Explore Your Next 13-Week Opportunity?
Join a team that supports your career on your terms. Informatix Health is currently placing nurses in rewarding 13-week contracts in Whitman, Holbrook, Randolph, and Easton, MA. Let’s find the assignment that fits your goals—and your life.
Apply today or connect with our team to get started!