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

Before You Say Yes: How to Know if a Travel Healthcare Assignment Is the Right Fit
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September 28, 2026
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Before You Say Yes: How to Know if a Travel Healthcare Assignment Is the Right Fit

Accepting a travel healthcare assignment is exciting. A new location. A new team. A new opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. But before

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Ways to Fight Feelings of Loneliness During Assignments
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August 12, 2022
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Ways to Fight Feelings of Loneliness During Assignments

Being a travel nurse not only allows you to pursue your passion, but to explore new cities, meet new people, and engage in new
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North Lighthouse on Block Island. Rhode Island, USA
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August 1, 2022
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Healthcare Holidays in August 2022

August is smack dab in the middle of the dog days of summer and is when students head back to school – whether you’re

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Big Sur in California
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July 1, 2022
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July Healthcare Observances for 2022

July is prime time for vacations and Fourth of July celebrations. This month also holds special observances for the medical industry as healthcare awareness

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Car entering emergency room at night
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June 14, 2022
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What Healthcare Travelers Should Do in an Emergency Situation

Healthcare professionals come in contact with high-risk illnesses, unruly patients, and more on the job. That’s added to the pressure you have as a

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walking down to the Florida beach
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June 1, 2022
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June Awareness Month | Important Healthcare Days and Weeks

During June, the sun is out, school is out, and it’s time to soak up the summer sun. Summer comes with longer stretches of

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Wild flowers in the grass on a background of mountains.
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May 1, 2022
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National Healthcare Appreciation Days in May 2022

The month of May comes with more than springtime blooms (and allergies) in the United States. May is filled with dozens of recognition days

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Two healthcare workers hug in celebration of a successful surgery procedure
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April 18, 2022
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TotalMed’s Clinical Department Offers Expert Advice and Support

Many of our Clinical Services team members are nurses who continue to take hospital shifts. “On the Clinical Services team, we’ve got almost 200

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Field of yellow flowers in spring
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April 7, 2022
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April Month of Awareness 2022 | Healthcare Holidays in the U.S.

When you think of April, you might think of spring showers, beautiful blooms, sunshine, and finally getting outdoors. April is also filled with awareness

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Female Doctor In Scrubs Putting On Face Mask Under Pressure In Busy Hospital During Health Pandemic
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January 7, 2022
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What To Do If You’ve Been Exposed to COVID-19

The safety of TotalMed travelers is our top priority. Due to the current Omicron surge and the continued COVID-19 threat, TotalMed is providing instructions

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Blog & Insights
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September 2, 2021
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Why You Should Choose TotalMed as an Allied Traveler

Ever think about becoming an allied traveler? Getting started may seem daunting, but TotalMed makes the process simple. ‘Nurse’ may be in our name

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friends cooking together at home
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August 19, 2021
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Post-Shift Wind Down: Five Meals to Keep You Performing at Your Best

Food is the fuel that gives us the energy to get through the day. When you get home from a long shift, one of

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Blog & Insights
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July 28, 2021
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COVID-19 Vaccinations: FAQ

*This post was last updated on July 27, 2021. TotalMed follows facility requirements on COVID-19 vaccines. Read below for answers to frequently asked questions.

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