On the Clock // Off the Record

In the fast-moving world of healthcare staffing, it is easy to get caught up in the numbers, the tech, and the day-to-day hustle. But if you strip away the noise, what actually keeps this industry moving forward?   In the latest episode of On the Clock // Off the Record , we sat down with Chris Sund from Uniti Med to talk about leadership, navigating budget cuts, and how an encounter in a small ho...

In this episode, we sat down with one of Atlas MedStaff's cheerleaders, big sister, and educator: travel nurse recruiter Mary Beth Burns (aka MBB). Mary Beth brings a refreshing, unfiltered, and deeply empathetic perspective to the table. If you ask MBB, the title "Recruiter" doesn't actually fit what she does on a daily basis. Most people outside the industry assume the job is purely about making...

Are you a new healthcare professional looking to break into the world of travel nursing? How do you get started?   In the latest episode of On the Clock // Off the Record, our host Rich Smith sits down with a special guest who knows exactly what it's like to navigate the complexities of travel contracts: Drew Jones from The Travel Nurse Guide . In this honest conversation, they discuss how to find...

Adni Was Built By Nurses, For Nurses The journey to creating Adni started with a simple observation: healthcare workers are saving lives in high-stress environments, yet they are often the least supported people in the room.   Many of you might remember the Lumify uNight Light, a game-changer for night shift nurses. That spark of innovation evolved into what we now know as Adni. The name itself is...

Home Away From Home: Navigating the Travel Healthcare Housing Maze Finding the perfect place to hang your stethoscope after a long shift shouldn't be harder than the shift itself. In the latest episode of On the Clock // Off the Record, Rich Smith sits down with Michael Schlottman, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Extended Stay America, to pull back the curtain on one of the most vital—and so...

In the latest episode of On the Clock // Off the Record , we had the pleasure of hosting Kristin and John Farnsworth, the dynamic duo behind the YouTube channel No Ordinary Path . Their story is one of adventure, resilience, and a deep connection to the traveling healthcare community.   On the Clock: From RV Life to Recruitment   The Farnsworths spent seven years traveling the U.S. in an RV with t...

As we wrap up 2025, we're excited to bring you the final episode of On the Clock // Off the Record for the year. This week, we sat down with Holly Bass, the Executive Director of the National Association of Travel Healthcare Organizations (NATHO), to discuss the state of the healthcare staffing industry and what lies ahead. This episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and a look at what's ne...

Get to know the faces (and the dogs) behind the companies that you work for. Video offers a new level of vulnerability that phone calls, emails, or boring websites can't offer.     Wayward Medical Staffing stands out as the "mom and pop shop" of healthcare staffing, embracing a rebel spirit in an industry often dominated by large, impersonal agencies. Their mission is simple: treat travelers like...

This week on  On the Clock, Off the Record , we're thrilled to welcome Lindsey Lawson, a traveling PCU nurse, to the podcast. As a staffing agency, we believe in transparency, and what better way to showcase that than by giving a travel nurse the mic to share her perspective on the industry?   For nurses and allied healthcare professionals considering travel, Lindsey is a must-follow on TikTok (@l...

In Episode 7 of the podcast, we're joined by Brian Vesce, Co-Founder of RefAssured, to dive into the critical role of reference checks in the staffing industry. Brian's journey from recruiter to building a platform focused on reference checks, offers valuable insights into improving trust and efficiency in hiring.

In general, people are more likely to share a negative review or experience than a good one. But one could argue that a negative review is better than absolutely no feedback at all. In Episode 6 of the podcast, Rich sat down with Adam Conrad, Founder of Great Recruiters, to dive into the vision behind his groundbreaking platform and the cultural impact.   Just like in sports, you wouldn't wait unt...

In this episode of On the Clock // Off the Record , we sit down with Oliver Feakins, CEO and President of TrackFive, to dive into his 17 years of experience in the staffing industry. Oliver shares insights on transparency, growth, and the human side of staffing that are sure to resonate with professionals across industries.   Oliver emphasizes the importance of breaking out of the healthcare staff...

A part of a recruiter's workflow relies on tech stacks that start out with platforms like Boostie, Toro, and Bullhorn (just to name a few). Boostie's Job Alerts feature helps recruiters stay ahead, ensuring the right opportunities reach the right people — traveling healthcare professionals — at the right time. Toro and Bullhorn then pick up the baton, streamlining processes and keeping workflows e...

Have you ever written something down on a sticky note and then lost the sticky note only to find it two weeks later? Sometimes structure and better organization methods are a good thing!   In this episode of On the Clock // Off the Record , Rich Smith sits down with Mark Hummel, Co-Founder of Toro, to explore how correctly storing data is reshaping the staffing and recruiting landscape. Atlas is p...

An Excel Spreadsheet might be great for a lot of things, but is it the best way to manage all of those referrals?   In the second episode of On the Clock // Off the Record , we sat down with David Folwell, President of Staffing Referrals, to dive into the story behind the company and it's impact on the staffing industry.   At Atlas, referrals are more than just a process—they align with our values...

What is the most difficult behind the scenes aspect of healthcare staffing? Is it building pay packages? Was Tony Stark in the illuminati?   The healthcare staffing industry is ever evolving, and technology is at the center of it all. Rich sits down with tech savvy Chief Information Officer at Atlas, Joel Wiersma, to discuss how these tools are reshaping the way agencies operate. Automation might...

The healthcare industry is one of the most dynamic and rewarding fields to work in.     At Atlas MedStaff, we're all about connecting people, sharing stories, and diving into the heart of what makes the healthcare staffing industry tick. That's why we're thrilled to introduce our brand-new podcast, On the Clock // Off the Record . Hosted by Rich Smith, this podcast is your backstage pass to the re...