Thanksgiving is right around the corner and the only thought on all our minds: what’s for dinner? Talented Chef Ruffo Ibarra of Oryx Restaurant shares an exclusive recipe for our travelers, putting his spin on a perfect holiday meal – chicken thigh with Brussels sprouts, leeks and a sweet… Read More
In recognition of World Mental Health Day, we’re privileged to share a thoughtful piece from Dr. Janis Jenkins, a psychological/medical anthropologist and the Director of the Center for Global Mental Health at UCSD. In this video, she examines how culture plays into mental health and awareness, and discusses… Read More
One quote from research recently commissioned by Aya Healthcare sums up the pervasive nurse burnout we encountered, “Every COVID shift is just surviving. You’re walking out of there feeling drained, yet you also feel like, ‘Did I do anything at all?” We reached out to a group of nurses (new… Read More
Is this real life? Things are changing by the hour – the world looks totally different than it did just a week ago. Many of us went from being around coworkers in an office every day to being 100% remote at the drop of a hat. And to top it… Read More
It’s OK to not be OK. That’s the message the World Foundation for Mental Health (WFMH) wants to send loud and clear for all to hear this World Mental Health Day. We all need help sometimes, and it’s OK to ask for it. No one should have to face life’s… Read More
With holiday season in full swing, you may be attending more dinner parties and pot-lucks than usual. And it’s hard to make healthy choices when there are so many delicious treats around. Our nutritionist, Amy, shares her tips for eating smart at this time of year. Below are a few… Read More
We Present the Best Part of Thanksgiving — Lightened up! Turkey is great, but let’s be honest — sides are the unsung heroes of Thanksgiving dinner. Our amazing travel nurses are scattered far and wide this holiday, and we know it can be tough to plan elaborate dinners or think… Read More
It’s contrary to our human nature to purposely turn ourselves upside down, but the benefits for our mind, body and soul are incredible! A few of the most well-known inversions are headstand, forearm stand, handstand and shoulder stand. Other gentle inversions that are more accessible to all levels include down… Read More
As we begin the new year, it’s time to figure out which nutrition approach is going to best serve you and your health. Instead of focusing on calories and point systems, let’s turn our attention to healthy eating and lifestyle changes. Diets are only temporary. If you want long-term results, it’s… Read More
It’s a New Year. That means it’s the perfect time to wipe the slate clean and make healthy changes so you can feel your best! We have exciting wellness program initiatives in store for our travel nurses in 2018 – starting with a clean eating challenge that could score… Read More
Every year an estimated 17 million workdays are lost to stress, anxiety and depression. Currently, a quarter of all employees view their jobs as the number one stressor in their lives. Experts refer to stress as the black plague of the 21st century due to the high association between stress… Read More
During the winter holidays and summertime, alcohol consumption tends to be at its peak. Between happy hour events, holiday parties or even just winding down from a stressful day, there is no shortage of opportunities for alcohol intake this time of year. Here are a few tips to help you make healthier… Read More