Travel Evolved

On today's episode, Mark welcomes into the studio, veteran ER traveler Steve Mac.  Steve has created a "formula" of sorts that he feels is a great way to make sure all travelers can have a successful assignment each and every time the "hit the road."  Steve witty sense of humor, coupled along with his experience in numerous settings and trauma levels of facility gives his perspective a unique expertise that he and Mark discuss.  A great episode to kick off "season 2" of "Travel Evolved."

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On today's episode, Mark discusses the current state of healthcare travel and how things are so very different form what they were just a few short months ago.  He also brings "seasonality" into the supply and demand model that so actively affects healthcare travel and how a traveler can be better prepared for what may be coming as our industry changes to rebound from the pandemic.

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Our industry is riddled with the concept that many agencies provide an array of "free" perks that many of these agencies put a lot of value on when their recruiters are "selling you" on all the reason you should take a particular assignment through them specifically, and not with the other 300 agencies that also hold that contact.  On today's episode Mark breaks down how "nothing is free" in our industry when it come to what it is that you are receiving for your effort as a traveler.  A simple concept, but understanding the real concept behind why many agencies create this false value, will go a long way to helping you compare the same offer between multiple agencies.

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It's time to talk "current events" on "Travel Evolved."   There is certainly a "dip" in the total number of open positions out there and it has also started affecting the overall bill rates. On today's episode, Mark talks about what is happening and gives a few suggestions on how travelers can get through this unique and interesting time in healthcare travel.

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On today's episode Mark openly discusses "guaranteed" hours.  It feels like more and more...  less and less is actually "guaranteed" for the traveler.  He explains some reasons why the industry has always had issues with guarantees and more importantly why we are seeing a significant increase in traveler displeasure over how very little control a traveler seems to have when it comes to this important issue.  A great listen/watch.

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On today's episode Mark welcomes in social media influencer, Rich Darnell, RN.  Rich has made a name for himself primarily through his YouTube and TikTok presence as "travelnurserich."  Our team discovered Rich and though that Mark and he would make for a great episode, primarily discussing just how much money is being made out there by EVERYONE in healthcare travel.  It is truly a unique time for our industry.  The two openly discuss how both bill rates and pay rates have drastically changed and exactly who has benefited the most from the increase.  A really great episode that will introduce you to another great source of information to help you get your "travel.. evolved."

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It's really a shame that we felt we need to have an episode called "harrassment."  Unfortunately it is still front and center in all workplaces, and we see and hear about it in hospitals and facilities nationwide.  On today's episode Mark openly discussed harrassment and it's many forms that it takes.  How to cope, how to deal, and even a few suggestions on how to handle it as a traveler.  This is a must watch to start the discussion and to begin the communication needed to address harrassment in the workplace.

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On today's episode Mark discusses how many travelers take advantage of some extra time, (if there is any) to make a little money on the side.  While things seem to be very "crazy" right now, "side-hustles" have been a part of healthcare travel for a long time. It's another way to take your income potential up a notch on the road.

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On today's episode of Travel Evolved, Mark discusses some of the reasons that facilities cancel a traveler, sometimes at the 11th hor.  This is certainly one of the absolute worst parts of being a traveler... when uncertainty leads to not only lack of income, but often times serious cost to the traveler.  This is an episode that is important when trying to understand how all 3 of the main parts of healthcare travel work to keep the industry moving ahead, and in many cases, it is the traveler that takes the biggest hit when it comes to hospital cancellations.

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On today's podcast, Mark tackles yet another difficult and rarely spoken about topic in healthcare... addiction.  Unfortunately there are many healthcare providers who suffer from addiction like every profession.  Mark welcomes Certified Psychotherapist Jason Shiers direct from England to openly discuss Jason's view on addiction, how to recognize and more importantly, how to help those who are affected by it.  A really great episode to listen to so that you're prepared to help make a difference with someone that may be struggling with addiction.

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