Travel Nurse Overtime Calculator

Calculate time-and-a-half and double-time pay for travel nursing contracts. Know exactly how much overtime hours are worth before you sign.

Why this matters: Overtime can add $500-$1,500+ per week to your take-home pay. Many agencies hide overtime rates in the fine print. Calculate yours here.

Calculate Your Overtime Pay

Enter your base hourly rate and hours worked to see overtime earnings.

Pay Breakdown

Regular Pay (36 hrs × $40/hr)$1440.00
Overtime Pay (4 hrs × $40 × 1.5x)$240.00
Total Weekly Pay$1680.00
Blended Hourly Rate (40 total hrs)$42.00/hr

⚠️ Important: This calculator shows taxable wages only. Overtime is typically calculated on your base hourly rate, not including tax-free stipends. Always verify overtime rates in your contract before signing.

How Overtime Works for Travel Nurses

Time-and-a-Half (1.5x)

Standard overtime rate for hours worked over 40 hours per week. If your base rate is $40/hr, overtime pays $60/hr.

Double-Time (2x)

Some contracts offer double-time for weekends, holidays, or hours over 48/week. At $40/hr base, double-time pays $80/hr.

The Catch

Overtime is usually calculated on your taxable hourly rate only, not including stipends. Always verify your contract's overtime policy before signing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is travel nurse overtime calculated?

Overtime is typically 1.5x your taxable hourly rate for hours over 40/week. Importantly, overtime is based only on your taxable rate—stipends are not included in the calculation.

Do travel nurses get time and a half?

Yes, under federal FLSA regulations, travel nurses receive time-and-a-half for hours over 40/week. California has additional rules requiring OT after 8 hours per day. Some contracts offer double-time for holidays or hours over 48.

Is overtime based on blended rate or hourly rate?

Overtime is almost always calculated on your taxable hourly rate only, NOT your blended rate. A high blended rate with low taxable wages means less overtime pay—something to consider when comparing contracts.

How much can I make with overtime?

OT can add $500-$2,000+/week. At $50/hr base, 8 OT hours at 1.5x = $600/week extra. Over 13 weeks, that's $7,800 more. Use the calculator above to see your specific numbers.

Do all contracts offer overtime?

Not all facilities offer OT—some strictly limit hours to 36-40. When evaluating contracts, ask about overtime availability. High base pay with no OT might earn less than moderate pay with available overtime.

Calculate Your Full Pay Package

Overtime is just one piece. Use our full Travel Nurse Pay Calculator to see taxable wages, stipends, and true net pay.

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