Top Takeaways from TravCon 2025 with Nicole Obra

In this episode of Nursing Uncharted, Nicole Obra, Director of Recruitment at AMN Healthcare, joins host Ann to discuss their experiences and highlights at TravCon 2025. Together, they discuss the vibrant atmosphere, the importance of networking, and the value of face-to-face interactions in fostering collaboration and understanding within the travel nursing community. The episode also highlights AMN Healthcare's innovative contributions to the conference and the significance of clinician feedback in shaping the future of travel nursing. Personal stories and shared experiences take center stage, showcasing the inspiring and supportive nature of the nursing community.

Chapters:
• 00:00 Introduction to TravCon and Connections
• 06:10 Networking and Collaboration in Travel Nursing
• 08:56 The Importance of Face-to-Face Interactions
• 11:54 The Energy and Excitement of the Conference
• 14:54 Highlighting Personal Stories and Experiences
• 17:51 Feedback and Improvement in the Travel Nursing Industry
• 20:45 The 24/7 Diner Theme and AMN's Innovations
• 23:58 The Value of Networking Beyond Recruitment
• 26:44 Takeaways and Reflections from TravCon

About Nicole Obra:
Nicole Obra is the Director of Recruitment on the Nurse and Allied Solutions team at AMN Healthcare, where she has dedicated nearly 12 years to advancing workforce solutions in the healthcare industry. Known for her strategic leadership and deep commitment to talent development, Nicole plays a pivotal role in shaping recruitment initiatives that support healthcare professionals across the nation.
Beyond her professional achievements, Nicole is a passionate advocate for community engagement. She serves on the junior executive boards for both Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Alzheimer's Association here in San Diego, contributing her time and leadership to causes close to her heart. At AMN, she is an active member of multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), fostering inclusion and belonging across the organization. Nicole also leads the company’s presence at TravCon, the largest conference for traveling healthcare professionals, where she champions connection, education, and industry innovation.

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