Healthcare Staffing & Career Blog

Travel healthcare, staffing and career insights from Aureus Medical.


Holiday Hot Spots

As much as we may not want to admit it, winter is quickly approaching and it is time to start looking for a great spot to celebrate the holidays! Some people enjoy a cup of hot cocoa after a day of skiing in the mountains; some enjoy soaking up the last bit of sun down south; and some just enjoy sitting by the fireplace with a good book during the rainy season! No matter where you are or what you enjoy doing, there are some great places to check out when considering your next hot spot for travel! We have listed a few featured holiday hot spots, courtesy of TopEventsUSA, to consider when you decide on your next perfect assignment!

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Healthy Eating Habits as a Traveler

Being on the road can be killer on your eating habits, especially when you are adapting to a new environment every 13+ weeks. This revolving lifestyle requires you to be even more attentive to a healthy diet so that you are keeping up those energy levels and delivering peak performance. However, if you’re anything like me, there are some days that the kitchen can seem very daunting. The biggest drawback about cooking at home seems to be the amount of time spent preparing the meal before you get to eat. Let’s face it, after work, we want…no, we need some downtime. Although running through the nearest drive thru seems like the best route, we both know that your body isn’t going to feel its best and usually you’re going to feel those effects by the time you throw the wrappers away.

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Licensing & Certifications

What is the secret to separating yourself from all of the other available candidates in the industry? Keeping your licenses and certifications up to date!

In addition to work experience, obtaining and maintaining the correct certifications can put you at the top of the candidate list for that next assignment.

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Social Media and the Healthcare Traveler

You can’t avoid it…you’re surrounded. Everywhere you turn there is a blip, icon, image, app, joke, discussion, or posting about social media. Whether you are being harassed by family and friends to join Facebook or following your favorite celebrity on Twitter, social media is a definite presence. As overwhelming as the entire buzz can be, there are benefits to being aware of the many forms of social media that are out there. More importantly, as a healthcare traveler, you can find a world of resources at your fingertips.

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Contract Work on the Rise

I just read an article stating that the job market will produce poor results up into 2018 and possibly to the end of the decade. With that being said, the report shows some positive numbers for our industry as it pertains to the use of temporary or contract workers. To anyone who has paid attention this is not surprising news – it’s been reported over and over that in uncertain times companies increase the use of temporary help, not because they don’t want to hire but because they do not want to fire.

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Exploring Your New Home

Healthcare traveling is an adventure. Getting used to a new job and new colleagues is exciting. Getting used to a new city and neighborhood can be a challenge. Everything is new! How many times have you asked yourself, “Where do I go grocery shopping?” or “Where can I get a haircut for a reasonable price?” and “What the heck am I going to do on my days off?”

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