Healthcare Staffing & Career Blog

Travel healthcare, staffing and career insights from Aureus Medical.

September 17, 2014

Six Tips for New and Potential Travelers

Think you’re ready to take the plunge and begin your travel career? First of all, congratulations and welcome to the family! Second, take a deep breath and take off those rose colored glasses. There are so many rewarding things about working in the travel industry, but it’s not all sunshine, butterflies, and a six figure salary.

Travel nurse: Father’s smoking before conception may increase baby’s risk of asthma

The second-hand effects of smoking ripple out, a piece of smoking 101 that travel nurses know well.

September 16, 2014

Apple’s Health Revolution

Apple’s September 9th event clarified many of the rumors that have been buzzing as the tech giant unveiled a number of new devices. New devices included two new phones, a new tablet, and a wearable device the media has named the “iWatch”.

September 12, 2014

How a travel PT interacts with patients could reduce their pain

Pain and patients are perhaps the most common bedfellows. On the whole, that sensory feeling of distress is what most travel physical therapy and nursing professionals try to treat every day.

September 10, 2014

Best ways to meet new people on travel assignments [VIDEO]

Relocating to a new city as a travel nurse or PT professional can be both exciting and intimidating.

September 5, 2014

Super snacks to eat during a long travel therapy shift [VIDEO]

Need an au naturel midday boost? Get it from nutrient-dense, healthful foods.

September 4, 2014

Benefits of VA Assignments

Discussion of the bipartisan support for S.B. 2450: Veterans’ Access to Care through Choice, Accountability, and Transparency Act of 2014 continues on how we can best take care of our veterans. One short term solution to this challenge is the utilization of locum tenens physicians in the department of Veteran Affairs . If you haven’t considered working with a government facility, this is perfect time!

Are You Ready for Your Fall and Winter Assignment?

Preparing for your upcoming fall and winter assignments can be challenging. Your brain is filled to the brim with important details regarding your assignment and with so much on your mind, how do you know you’ve got all your bases covered? We’ve got a few tips for you that will help make your transition easier.