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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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4 min read

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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Mental Health on the Move: Resources for Traveling Healthcare Workers
Health & Wellness+5 in 5 more categories
August 6, 2025
6 min read

Mental Health on the Move: Resources for Traveling Healthcare Workers

When you’re constantly on the go – moving from one city to the next, adjusting to new hospital systems, and caring for patient day
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The Best Shoe Brands and Tips for Travel Nurses: Comfort and Durability in Every Step
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March 26, 2025
6 min read

The Best Shoe Brands and Tips for Travel Nurses: Comfort and Durability in Every Step

Being a travel nurse is one of the most rewarding yet demanding jobs out there. Between long shifts, varying hospital environments, and constant travel,
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New Year, New Meals: Prep Like a Pro, Healthcare Edition
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January 14, 2025
4 min read

New Year, New Meals: Prep Like a Pro, Healthcare Edition

New year, new you… and hopefully, new habits that don’t involve scarfing down vending machine chips between shifts! We know your schedule is no
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Escape the Grind: Top 10 Books for a Mental Vacay
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November 20, 2024
9 min read

Escape the Grind: Top 10 Books for a Mental Vacay

You’ve slayed the day’s dragons–tamed the chaos, conquered tasks, and survived another shift. Now it’s time to leave the real world behind. These 10
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Energizing Healthy Snacks on the Go for Healthcare Professionals
Health & Wellness
September 18, 2024
4 min read

Energizing Healthy Snacks on the Go for Healthcare Professionals

Eating healthy as a healthcare professional on the go can be a challenge, especially during those long shifts. But when you’re busy caring for
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10 Necessities for Hiking with Your Pup
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August 21, 2024
7 min read

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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8 Not-So-Obvious Essentials for Day Hikes
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April 24, 2024
6 min read

8 Not-So-Obvious Essentials for Day Hikes

Whether it’s a leisurely stroll through scenic trails or a challenging mountain ascent, being well-prepared ensures a safe, enjoyable, and memorable hiking experience.
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How to Combat Loneliness as a Travel Caregiver During the Holidays
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December 20, 2023
5 min read

How to Combat Loneliness as a Travel Caregiver During the Holidays

Being a travel caregiver away on an assignment during the holidays can be lonely. Find out more about combating loneliness today.
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Top 7 Tips to Prevent Nurse Burnout
Health & Wellness
July 25, 2023
4 min read

Top 7 Tips to Prevent Nurse Burnout

Travel nursing offers many positive benefits, but burnout can occur. TotalMed offers 7 tips to prevent burning out as a travel nurse.
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Five Tips for Staying Healthy During Assignments
Health & Wellness
March 27, 2023
3 min read

Five Tips for Staying Healthy During Assignments

Life as a travel nurse is a busy one. Traveling to a new facility every 13 weeks and living in an unfamiliar town can
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Top Tips for Surviving the Night Shift
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February 2, 2023
4 min read

Top Tips for Surviving the Night Shift

Throughout your travel nursing career, you may have assignments with night or variable shifts. Find out more today.
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Nine Ways to Boost Your Immune System While Traveling
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December 16, 2022
4 min read

Nine Ways to Boost Your Immune System While Traveling

As a travel healthcare professional, you are constantly on the go. While there are many benefits to travel healthcare, such as exploring cities and meeting

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