Prolink’s 2026 Pulse of Travel Healthcare report provides comprehensive insights into the challenges and motivations shaping today’s travel nursing and allied health workforce.
Based on a national survey of more than 400 travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals, the report identifies burnout, declining morale, and workforce retention and turnover as the most significant perceived threats to the healthcare industry in 2026. At the same time, the findings highlight factors sustaining the travel nursing workforce—flexibility, autonomy, and competitive compensation—which continue to drive its appeal.
Key findings from 2026 Pulse of Travel Healthcare
The full report contains survey data and detailed feedback from real professionals on a variety of topics, including:
- Top reasons clinicians continue or stop traveling
- How travelers find their assignments
- Perceived threats to the healthcare industry
More information on these insights and more can be found in the full report, available for download below.
