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Appreciation can go a long way. Recognizing the travel nurses that work with your staff during this busy time of year is an excellent way to display gratitude. Gift-giving is a traditional part of holiday celebrations, and one that sends a positive message to your staff. As you begin your plans for the holiday season,… Read more »

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Interviewing is the best way to determine if someone will be a good match for your facility. Intensive Care Unit nurses work in a high-pressure environment, so you may have concerns about effectively evaluating their skills in just an interview. But some intelligent questions can help you get to the root of their experience. Here… Read more »

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The Great Resignation is hitting the healthcare field hard. Many employees are quitting their positions and searching for better environments, more money, or a complete lifestyle change. That means retention is more important than ever if you want to keep your talent in-house. As you plan your New Year’s strategy, here are a few things… Read more »

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Do you monitor your team’s social media in the workplace? For healthcare workers, there are more considerations than just employee privacy. The improper use of social media on the job can lead to significant issues with patient privacy and HIPAA violations. You’ll also need to keep the reputation of your facility in mind when monitoring… Read more »

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Are you a healthcare facility or clinic that utilizes travel healthcare staff? On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your travel healthcare agency? If you’re saying any number less than 10, it may be time to break up with your recruiter. Sometimes we think that situations are isolated or that it… Read more »

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Working long hours or night shifts is not an unusual circumstance in the medical field. But did you know that irregular schedules can cause a sleep disorder known as Shift Work Disorder? “Shift Work” applies to any job that occurs outside of traditional work hours and may happen when other people are sleeping. Untreated, Shift… Read more »

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If there’s just one thing that 2021 needs to set it apart from 2020, it’s positivity. While we are all dealing with the stress of the previous year and looking forward to a future without that level of anxiety, a simple way to improve attitudes and productivity is by promoting a positive workplace. Here are… Read more »