9. Travel Nurse Recruiter — $70K – $95K
Travel nurse recruiters help RNs land 13-week contracts across the country. Most started as bedside nurses themselves.
The role blends healthcare knowledge with sales — you match nurses to hospitals, negotiate rates, and manage relationships. Remote work is standard.
Base salaries start around $70K plus commission per placement. Top recruiters clear $95K+ in a good year with 100+ placements.
