Vibra Travels Q2 2025 Newsletter
HEY, HOW ARE YOU?
A MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO
To Our Incredible Employees,
As we welcome a new season full of momentum and purpose, I want to pause and say something simple—but important: What you do matters. Deeply.
Every time you show up for a patient, support a care team, or adapt to a new facility, you’re making a real and lasting impact. You are the heartbeat of what we do—and the reason Vibra Travels exists.
We don’t just fill positions. We fuel care.
That’s why we’re so committed to you—supporting your journey, celebrating your contributions, and helping you thrive on the road. And this quarter, we’re thrilled to launch something new to recognize the incredible work you do every day: our Traveler Loyalty Program! 🎉
This program is all about rewarding the consistency, compassion, and commitment you bring to each assignment. Whether it’s points for referrals, engagement, or just doing what you already do—this is our way of saying thank you in a bigger way.
Behind the scenes, we’re also upgrading our systems and tools to better serve you—making your experience smoother, more efficient, and more connected.
This edition of the newsletter is packed with helpful resources: wellness tips for Mental Health Awareness Month, summer assignment highlights, housing advice from your peers, and a recipe that travels just as well as you do.
Let’s bring the energy this season—and every week.
We are Vibra Travels. Let’s make it count.
With deep appreciation,
Wayne Mackey, CEO
WELLNESS ON THE ROAD: PRIORITIZE YOU
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH: MAY 2025
Traveling as a clinician brings amazing experiences, but it can also come with moments of stress, transition, and emotional fatigue. This May, we’re shining a light on tools to support you on the go.
🧘 Top Tools That Travel Well:
- Calm or Headspace: Guided meditations and stress relief
- Insight Timer: Sleep stories, music, and self-reflection
- MyPossibleSelf: Journaling and emotional check-ins
- 7-Minute Workout: A quick reset between shifts
- Shine: Mental wellness app focused on BIPOC voices
💬 Pro Tip: Schedule 5–10 minutes at the start or end of each day to mentally “check in.” Whether it’s journaling, stretching, or just breathing—it adds up.
You’re not alone out there. Let’s keep showing up for ourselves and each other.
YOUR ULTIMATE SHORT-TERM STAY GUIDE
HOUSING HELP: TOP TIPS FROM THE ROAD
Finding housing between assignments can be overwhelming, especially in high-demand areas. We’ve gathered our top traveler-approved tips for securing safe, comfortable, and affordable housing:
🔑 Top Platforms to Explore:
- Furnished Finder (clinician favorite!)
- Travel Nurse Housing Facebook Groups
- Zillow short-term rentals
- Airbnb/VRBO with long-stay filters
- Local hospital staff boards or bulletin posts
📦 Pro Housing Hacks:
- Ask if housing is negotiable—some hosts offer discounts for nurses!
- Bring a mini “comfort kit” (pillow, diffuser, favorite snacks)
- Map commute time, grocery options, and Wi-Fi reviews before booking
- Always check cancellation policies—flexibility matters
Have a housing win or horror story? We’d love to feature it next quarter—send it in here!
NOW’S THE TIME TO PLAN AHEAD!
SEASONAL SHIFT: WHY SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS ARE AWESOME
Summer is one of the best times to take a travel assignment. Here’s why:
🌸 Increased Demand = More Opportunities
As staff take PTO and patient volumes fluctuate, hospitals need YOU to step in and shine. Flexible contracts = better pay + faster onboarding.
🌴 Travel-Friendly Vibes
Assignments near beaches, lakes, parks, and resort towns open up this time of year. Think: after-shift hikes, farmer’s markets, and weekend beach days.
📅 Plan Ahead for the Best Picks
Housing goes fast, and the most popular locations fill quickly—so start chatting with your recruiter now about summer openings!
📍Hot Summer Spots to Watch (Linked to Our Job Board!):
GET REWARDED FOR SPREADING THE WORD!
REFERRAL REMINDER: SHARE THE LOVE
Know someone who would love to join Vibra Travels? Whether it’s a fellow traveler or a healthcare facility in need, your referrals = rewards!
👩⚕️ Refer a Traveler:
When your referral completes an assignment, you earn $$$! Bonus: they’ll be in great hands with our amazing recruiters.
🏥 Refer a Client or Facility Contact:
Know a hiring manager or facility in need of contract or perm staff? Introduce us! If they sign with us, you get rewarded.
📧 Ask your recruiter for details or email jpetrunak@vibratravels.com.
Let’s grow our community together!
