Travel Evolved

What things are in an agency contract that shouldn't be?  What is often times missing from an agency contract?  What exactly is an agency contract?  All of these questions are answered on this edition of "Travel Evolved."  So many times the contract your agency offers you has language in it that should alarm you, yet travelers sign off on these proposals every day.  Mark d...

On today's episode, Mark jumps into the current state of travel and just exactly what is happening currently from the agency point of view.  He openly discusses some short and long-term trends with regard to bill rates, supply and demand and specifically how that information can be used to determine you immediate steps for your next few assignments.  A great and timely episode. #travelev...

On this episode, Mark does his best to discuss "floating."  It is a very common request, especially from certain hospitals and specific managers, but how do you handle this demand?  We discuss options and steps that many travelers can take, dependent upon what processes your agency has, but also some solutions for when you are truly "alone."  Another great episode that discussed top...

On today's episode, Mark does his best to get travelers thinking about ways to maintain good health while traveling.  The Healthcare Traveler's lifestyle makes it difficult to have good eating and exercise habits all while living out of a temporary location for a short period of time.  Mark discusses fasting, meal-prepping, when, what , and how much to eat.  He also goes into ways t...

"Local" travel assignments are becoming a part of the industry, whereas a few years ago, it was rarely even allowed.  On today's episode, Mark cover this "listener-requested" episode to go over how pay packages and taxes are affected differently for local assignments.  A timely episode that has started becoming a real and verified part of "travel."   #travelevolved #travelrn #travel...

On today's episode, we openly discuss how a traveler should "quit" an assignment, if he or she is in an absolutely horrible and unescapable assignment that they simply cannot finish.  A controversial episode that we tackle head-on, as it is one of those topics that needs to be discussed.  A really solid episode that will give you some answers and maybe even force you to ask yourself a fe...

Believe it or not, having a great resume' is one of the easiest and best ways to separate yourself form all the competition you have for the positions you want to be chosen for.  On today's episode, Mark talks about the resume's he has seen in 22 years and how some making simple and easy "tweaks" can often times make the difference between getting hired or getting overlooked. #travelnurse #tr...

As a traveler, many of you have a unique opportunity to set, and more importantly... accomplish what you want to get out of your career, than many other professions.  On today's episode, Mark discusses goals, and how to set them for your own personal success.  A really great episode that will hopefully help motivate you to make the most out of being a healthcare traveler. #travelrn #trav...

Mark tears into how most agencies are not paying you what they should be for Overtime on today's episode.  This one really might make you question every contract you have signed in the last few years.  A really important episode to listen/watch and to SHARE! #travelnurse #travelrn #alliedtraveler #travelnursetips #travelnurseadventures #gypsynurse #gypsynurseadventures #travelnurselife #...

On today's episode, we do our best to remind everyone out there why it was that you made the decision to take your healthcare career "on the road."  It had to be a bog decision, so on this episode, Mark does his best to get you "re-focused on whatever that original goal of your was.   things are quite different out there right now and we felt it was a great time to spend on this top...

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 u...

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. #travelevo...

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...

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. #travelrn #travelnurse #trav...

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...

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...

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 tra...

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. #travelevolved #markholloway #travelrn #travelnurse #alliedtrav...

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 mai...

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 w...

One of the most important episodes you can listen to in all of the healthcare travel world.  Mark goes into detail on how most travelers are leaving thousands of dollars on the table with their agency each and every time they work over 36 hours!  This episode might actually make you angry at how agencies are hiding behind "tax-free" stipend limits and "wage recharacterization" for NOT pa...

On today's episode Mark discusses the great opportunity every traveler has to explore your "inner-foodie."  trying new cuisine and experiencing each city's different culture and food for every destination a traveler takes an assignment.  What a great way to make memories, see more of the city/town, and get the absolute "most" out of being a traveler! #travelrn #alliedtraveler #gypsynurse...

On today's episode Mark welcomes guest, Dr. Kaci to join the show to openly discuss how spirituality and medicine are often times a difficult combination for many healthcare providers to juggle in their professional lives.  Let's face it, most healthcare travelers are put right in the middle of some of the most difficult situation for themselves, their patients and their patient's families. &...

What is "swag," specifically when you are talking about travelers and the "gifts" agency's give them for marketing purposes?  On today's episode, Mark discusses exactly how "swag" works in our industry, and how it works so well.  Branding, future business and "top-of-mind-awareness" are all the results agencies are looking for when they send/give you branded apparel and items for you to...

On today's episode, Mark goes into great detail about what exactly "tax Advantage" is and precisely how agencies use it to everyone's advantage.  What really is behind the numbers with "tax advantage" and what you should know before blindly signing on the dotted lone every time.  A true fundamental episode for everyone who is becoming "Travel Evolved." #travelnurse #travelrn #alliedtrave...