Fusion Medica Staffing’s Chief Clinical Officer Amber Barna and experienced nursing recruiter Kendall Hazel talk through how their teams support travelers and walk through real life scenarios travelers might experience while on assignment.



Amber Barna, MSN, RN:

An accomplished senior healthcare leader and nurse, Amber Barna serves as Fusion’s Chief Clinical Officer, joining the company in 2023. Amber leads strategic management of Fusion’s Clinical and Compliance departments, including policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure the safety and wellbeing of healthcare travelers and patients. She has more than 23 years of experience in the industry, with a passion for positively impacting patient care.

Amber holds several academic credentials, including a Master of Science in Nursing on the Executive Leadership Track from the Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing. In 2020, Amber was named to SIA’s Global Power 150 Women in Staffing. She serves as a committee member, advisor, thought leader and mentor for several industry organizations.

 

Kendall Hazel has been a dedicated healthcare recruiter specializing in nursing for 5 years. He has a natural talent for helping traveling healthcare professionals find the perfect next assignment while also empowering them to develop their own career path. Kendall has helped more than 150 healthcare professionals land their dream assignment, and this experience has allowed him to develop a strategic approach to matching travelers to facilities and perfect his problem-solving skills. 

Kendall’s number one priority when working with travel nurses is to view their relationship as a true partnership where they can function as a team. The best teams know how to celebrate wins together while also working collaboratively through challenges.