Do you have a significant other? Do you have kids or pets? Where did you grow up?
Yes – a partner of 10 years (we recently got engaged!) one fur baby named Tater Tot and a real baby, or rather toddler, named Wyatt. I grew up between Vancouver and Courtenay, on Vancouver Island so truly had the best of both country and city living.
What is the last book you read, or TV show you binged watched? Horse by Gerladine Brooks, which was a great read.
What is your favorite artist? I have a favourite artist from almost every genre (and decade) of music, but one of my all-time greats is a band called Murder by Death, and I’ve seen them live 15 times – soon to be 16/17 for their last ever tour.
What is the best place you ever traveled to? Tough question, maybe a tie between Vietnam and Cambodia; the former for the food, the latter for the people.
What is one question you wish people would ask you more? What can I cook you for dinner? 😝
What is your favourite recent memory? Spending the day with my partner, son, and dog on the island hiking, where my partner proposed to me by a childhood swim spot.
If you weren’t a recruiter at Select Medical what would you be doing? I spent many years riding and training horses, working with a therapeutic riding stable so that is what I’ll be doing when I retire!
Elijah Hertel
What's one thing on your bucket list? One day I will be going to hike the Golden Hinde in Strathcona Provincial Park. It is the largest mountain on Vancouver Island and takes 3-4 days to reach the summit. Its been on my bucket list for years and I cant wait for the adventure!
What is the best place you ever traveled to? Where in Canada would you love to nurse (If you were a nurse) I loved New Brunswick, The location is absolutely beautiful and full life, the locals are so friendly and made me feel like I was welcomed there instantly. I cant wait to go back out again and spend even more time there.
What is your favorite recent memory? Spending three days camping on the summit of Bootski Lake! Up in Northern BC near Tumbler Ridge its an incredible hike up to the lake at the top of the mountain. Its surrounded by grizzly bears and mountain goats so you definitely hustle up the mountain.
If you weren’t a recruiter at Select Medical what would you probably be doing? I would love to be a paid guide for Hiking / Kayaking or longer expeditions. Spending time outdoors is very important to me and I take any chance I can to get out and explore!
Thea Junio
Do you have any kids or pets? Yes! I have a Cane Corso named Vito. He's a big part of my life and will probably come up in conversation at some point!
What’s your favourite place you’ve travelled to? The Philippines holds a special place in my heart because of my Filipino background,
but I also love exploring new places closer to home. If I'm in a sunny place by the water, I'm a very happy gal!
What are you currently watching or reading? I’m always reading something on my Kindle, and I can never resist a good reality show!
Are you more of a planner or spontaneous? Definitely a planner! I love having something to look forward to, but I always try to leave
a little room for the unexpected. Those moments always end up being the best memories too!
What does your perfect weekend look like? A slow morning with an iced (yes, even in the winter) coffee, a walk with Vito, some time
outside, good food, and a cozy night in with friends or family.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Say yes to the things that scare you a little because stepping outside your comfort zone is where you grow the most 😊
Do you have a significant other? Do you have kids or pets? Yes! I have a partner and one fur child, Ayo. He’s a cat with so much personality and definitely keeps us entertained!
What is the last book you read or TV show you binged watched? My all-time favorite TV show is Friends! It’s a classic sitcom that never gets old and always makes me laugh.
What is the best place you’ve ever traveled to? Sardinia, Italy! It’s such a beautiful, relaxing island with stunning bright blue waters, incredible scenery, and amazing food.
Do you wish you could travel as much as our travel nurses Absolutely! A road trip across Canada is high on my bucket list. There’s so much beauty to explore right here at home.
What is your favorite recent memory? I recently spent three weeks traveling through Europe, visiting Mallorca, Spain; Sardinia, Italy; and Hvar, Croatia. It was the perfect relaxing getaway filled with beautiful places, great food, and unforgettable experiences.
If you weren’t a recruiter at Select Medical, what would you probably be doing? I truly love recruiting and getting to chat with nurses every day! I can’t imagine doing anything else, connecting with nurses, and helping them find opportunities is exactly where I’m meant to be.
Andrew Rosse
Do you have a significant other? Yes, I am happily married, and I grew up in the beautiful city of North Vancouver, BC!
What is the last TV show you binged watched? The last TV show I binged was Ted Lasso on Apple TV!
What is the best place you ever traveled to? The best place I travelled to would probably be Santorini, Greece and along the Amalfi Coast in Italy!
Where in Canada would you love to nurse (If you were a nurse) I think I would want to be a travel nurse in the Maritimes if I had to pick. I have heard so many stories from nurses who have done a contract there who say that the people are so kind and generous!
What is your favorite recent memory? I went to Palm Springs in October! It is a pretty laid back and cool place that I really liked (hot weather, great restaurants, great people)
If you weren’t a recruiter at Select Medical what would you probably be doing? I would probably be working in Social Work, which is what I did before this!
Amritpal Singh
What is the last book you read? The Secret. It’s an inspiring book that focuses on self-growth, positive thinking, and the power of mindset. I found it very motivating and impactful.
Who is your favorite artist? The Weeknd. I really enjoy his music and the emotion and creativity he brings to every song.
Have you ever seen them in concert? Yes, I have, and it was an amazing experience. The energy, performance, and overall atmosphere made it unforgettable.
Do you wish you could travel as much as our travel nurses? Yes, definitely! I wish I had known about travel nursing earlier—if I had, I would have seriously considered it as a profession. The opportunity to explore new places while working is very appealing.
Where would you love to nurse in Canada (if you were a nurse)? Victoria. It’s a beautiful city with so much to do, from outdoor activities to vibrant local culture, making it an ideal place to live and work.
If you weren’t a recruiter, what would you probably be doing? If I weren’t a recruiter, I would have become a pilot. I’ve always been fascinated by aviation and the idea of traveling the world while flying has always excited me.
Where did you grow up? I was born and raised in North Vancouver, and still live here! I honestly never see myself leaving — I absolutely love North Van! ❤️
What is your current favorite TV show, movie, or book? I am a huge fan of a good murder mystery! Right now, I’ve been loving books by Freida McFadden — her thrillers are so addictive and always keep me guessing until the very end. I love a story that pulls me in, has unexpected twists, and keeps me trying to figure out what’s going to happen next. If you have any good mystery recommendations, I’m
always looking for my next great read!
What do you enjoy doing outside of work? I love spending as much time outdoors as I can. You'll usually find me out on a bike ride, playing pickleball, or working in my garden. I'm also a huge camping fan—but I'm loyal to one very special campsite that shall remain a secret. 🤫
When I'm ready to relax, you'll find me curled up on the couch with Simba and Yoda, binge-watching Netflix.
What's one thing on your bucket list? Finland is definitely at the top of my travel bucket list! I'd love to visit in the winter and stay in one of those incredible glass huts surrounded by snow, where you can watch the Northern Lights right from your bed. It looks absolutely magical, and it's a trip I've been dreaming about for years.
Do you have a significant other or kids? Yes! I have a fiancé who I’ve been with for 8 years, and we’re getting married next summer!
What's a fun fact about yourself? I have a little handmade soap and candle business that I run on the side! I make everything myself from start to finish, including coming up with unique scents and handcrafting each product. It’s a creative hobby that I absolutely love and a fun way for me to relax, try new ideas, and share my creations with others.
If you weren’t a recruiter at Select Medical Connections, what would you probably be doing? I’d probably be living out my dream on a Greek island with a cat sanctuary! 🐈 I would spend my days rescuing and caring for as many stray cats as I could, giving them a safe place to call home.
Michel Akinkeyin
Do you have a significant other? Yes, I have spouse and 3 kids, one puppy, and my mother also lives with us.
Where did you grow up? I was born in Edmonton, and moved to BC in 1996 and just recently moved back to Alberta, just north of Calgary.
What is the last book you read or TV show you binged watched? Fool Me Once on Netflix, amazing series.
What is your favorite artist? Burna Boy, I saw them in concert in Vancouver a few years ago.
What is the best place you ever traveled to? Jamaica and Mexico
Do you wish you could travel as much as our travel nurses? YES! I’d love to nurse in the Maritimes if I was a nurse.
What is one question you wish people would ask you more? Would you like me to buy you a all inclusive roundtrip paid vacation to anywhere you want in the world and which account should I deposit your million dollars in? lol
What is your favorite recent memory? Christmas 2023 in my new home with all my family
What is one story you love to tell, but rarely get the chance? The story of how my parents met in Canada and the sacrifices they went through to get to where they are today, and because of this, I am where I am today.