The size of the bonus usually depends on the type of assignment. You may get a bigger bonus, for instance, if the hospital is located in a less-desirable area of the country or if it has a particularly hard time recruiting nurses or filling certain positions. Many companies offer this benefit when a nurse you referred to them completes an assignment or when a hospital you referred contracts with them. All companies provide housing or offer an allowance toward it. Depending on the company, you may get to choose the type of housing you want.
Some companies offer only single-occupancy apartments.
For example, if you're a nonsmoker, the company will place you with a nonsmoker. Most companies will try to meet your special needs. So if you'd prefer a single when they offer only doubles, or you want to bring your spouse or children, most companies will usually accommodate you. However, you'll most likely have to contribute toward special housing. Keep in mind that some companies pay all utilities and others don't.