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Insights, Tips, and Stories for Healthcare Travelers

Career advice, pay guidance, and life-on-the-road wisdom from our team and the clinicians who make healthcare move.

Thinking About Travel Healthcare? 8 Questions to Ask Before Making the Leap
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September 14, 2026
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Thinking About Travel Healthcare? 8 Questions to Ask Before Making the Leap

If you’ve found yourself browsing travel healthcare jobs, talking with coworkers about traveling, or wondering what it would be like to take an assignment

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A TNAA employee sitting in front of a vibrant mural located on Leeland Street in Houston, Texas. The mural is created by an artist known as @PinkLomein.
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November 1, 2025
6 min read

Cities with Incredible Black American Culture

The U.S. comprises diverse communities, each with distinct traditions and cultures. One of the most prominent communities in the U.S. is the Black community,

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Banner for National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Cultural Spotlight
October 9, 2025
5 min read

5 Influential Hispanic & Latine Nurses Who Changed Healthcare

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated in the U.S. from September 15 to October 15 and is a time to honor the heritage, culture, and

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Portland Oregon Pride event with crowds celebrating, rainbow flags, and LGBTQ+ community gathering in downtown area.
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June 18, 2025
10 min read

Vibrant LGBTQ-Friendly Cities for Travel Assignments

No matter where your travel healthcare assignment takes you, one thing is certain: everyone deserves to feel safe, seen, and celebrated. For LGBTQ+ healthcare

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Cultural Spotlight
October 14, 2024
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Exploring Indigenous History and Culture on Your Travel Assignments

No matter where your travels take you in the United States—or across North America—you’re stepping onto the vibrant ancestral lands of Indigenous peoples. The

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10 Necessities for Hiking with Your Pup
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August 21, 2024
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10 Necessities for Hiking with Your Pup

Hiking with your pup is not only a great way to stay active, but also creates more of a bond between you and your
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June 24, 2024
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Celebrating Pride: TotalMed LGBTQ+ Travel Nurses

June is Pride Month, a time to honor the progress and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community, reflect on the ongoing journey toward equality, and

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Cultural Spotlight
May 13, 2024
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9 Remarkable Nurses to Honor AANHPI Heritage Month

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, and the 2024 theme is Advancing Leaders Through Innovation, a culmination of

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Cultural Spotlight
February 9, 2024
6 min read

Honoring the Legacy of 10 Trailblazing Black Nurses

Every February, we observe Black History Month—a dedicated time to honor and spotlight the contributions of African Americans throughout U.S. history. Within American healthcare,

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Cultural Spotlight
January 15, 2024
4 min read

Martin Luther King Jr.’s Enduring Influence on Healthcare

Martin Luther King Jr. left an indelible mark on numerous facets of American society, including the American healthcare system. At the March 1955 Convention

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6 Ways to Give Thanks to a Travel Caregiver
Cultural Spotlight
November 15, 2023
4 min read

6 Ways to Give Thanks to a Travel Caregiver

With Thanksgiving around the corner, here are several ways you can take a moment to show some appreciation for our caregivers and all that
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5 Ways to Remember Your Favorite Travel Assignment Cities
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August 9, 2023
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5 Ways to Remember Your Favorite Travel Assignment Cities

During your assignment, not only are you doing amazing work and helping others, but you will also meet new people.
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What to do Between Travel Assignments
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May 30, 2023
4 min read

What to do Between Travel Assignments

Many healthcare professionals decide to start a travel career for better pay, and the opportunity to explore their dream cities while pursuing their passion

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