Certifications

Credentials that
open doors

The certifications travel healthcare facilities look for most. Know what you need, what helps, and what sets you apart.

Required for All

2 certs
BLS

Basic Life Support

Renew: Every 2 years

CPR and basic airway management for healthcare providers. Required by virtually every facility in the country for all clinical roles.

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ACLS

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

Renew: Every 2 years

Advanced emergency cardiac care including pharmacology, rhythm recognition, airway management, and team dynamics. Required for most acute care, ICU, and emergency department travel assignments.

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Common Add-Ons

3 certs
PALS

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Renew: Every 2 years

Emergency assessment and management for pediatric patients. Required for pediatric, NICU, and emergency department assignments. Many L&D contracts also require it.

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NIHSS

NIH Stroke Scale

Renew: Varies by facility — many require annual recertification

Standardized stroke severity assessment tool used to evaluate neurological status. Frequently required for neuro, ICU, step-down, and emergency department travel nurses.

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TNCC

Trauma Nursing Core Course

Renew: Every 4 years

Trauma assessment and intervention skills for nurses working in emergency and trauma settings. A strong differentiator for ER travel contracts.

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Specialty Certifications

5 certs
CCRN

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Renew: Every 3 years (100 CE hours or re-exam)

Validates expertise in acute and critical care nursing. Highly valued for ICU, CVICU, and step-down travel assignments. Can significantly increase your pay rate.

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CEN

Certified Emergency Nurse

Renew: Every 4 years

Demonstrates proficiency in emergency nursing across all patient populations. A strong differentiator for ER travel contracts at high-volume and trauma facilities.

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OCS

Orthopedic Clinical Specialist

Renew: Every 10 years

Board-certified specialization in orthopedic physical therapy. Preferred for outpatient ortho and sports rehab travel assignments. One of the most recognized PT specialty certifications.

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CHT

Certified Hand Therapist

Renew: Every 5 years

Advanced certification for OTs and PTs specializing in upper extremity rehabilitation. Opens access to niche, higher-paying hand therapy travel contracts.

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WCC

Wound Care Certified

Renew: Every 5 years

Certification in wound assessment, treatment, and prevention. Valuable for SNF, home health, and acute care travel roles across all disciplines.

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Luvo covers your certification costs

When you travel with Luvo, we reimburse certification fees, state licensing costs, and continuing education — plus full benefits from day one.

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