You're in a great field and you can save a ton of money by working and living at home. 

I live in Washington state and am looking for a good area for an STR.

Presently they are only allowed if the owner lives full time at the same property.

I am here in Chicago, but actually lived and worked in new orleans for a while...be hyper-aware of who you are hiring, how much you are paying them, and what you are paying them for..

She wants to give me her house and move into a senior citizen home because she lives alone in her house in PA Philadelphia  and maintaining the house is to much for her.

Healthcare professional here: Contact healthcare facilities (hospitals, specialty surgical centers, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities) and ask to speak with their nurse recruiters.

@Stephen BruceWill you be living in one unit and financing conventionally? 

I am trying to see if I can get data for travelling nurses perhaps.Only thing I can think of is calling the HR dept of the hospitals.RNIP an immigrating pilot program has been extended as well for more months and is said to soon be permanent. which means student rentals and some skilled immigrant workers.

Now.. while I have this title, I must continue to pay HOA fees due, BUT I can live in this home and/or rent it out, correct?

Adult roommates cohabitating on my block tend to live 2 per building and keep the third bedroom, which is small, as an office or guest room.