Loni W., Registered EEG Tech
Loni has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Cardiopulmonary Division of Aureus Medical Group.  She is incredibly knowledgeable and an excellent representative for our company.  Loni has completed three assignments with Aureus so far and is currently expanding her skills by working in intraoperative monitoring in New Mexico.  All three contracts started as 13-week assignments but they were all extended to six-month terms because of Loni’s skill level, professionalism and attitude. She has received nothing but rave reviews from her managers and from her Account Manager.  Loni represents Aureus well in all she does, even recruiting a few other travelers to join the Aureus family.

Julie D., General and Vascular Sonographer
Julie has been awarded Employee of the Quarter for the Imaging Division of Aureus Medical Group.  An easygoing healthcare professional, Julie has been described as one of the most caring and compassionate techs one client manager had ever worked with. She has received rave reviews from every facility she has worked for and her Account Manger often receives requests to have Julie return. Currently on her 11^th assignment with Aureus, Julie is always most concerned with how she can help the facility and where she can make an impact. Thank you, Julie, for your continued dedication and for representing Aureus so well.

Connie S., Medical Technologist
Connie has been awarded Employee of the Quarter for the Medical Laboratory Division of Aureus Medical Group.  Connie is a fantastic traveler, always flexible with shifts and gets rave reviews from the client facilities.  Her managers say she is always upbeat, a great worker, and willing to help out wherever and whenever she is needed, often extending her assignments.  Connie is consistently asked to stay on full time, but enjoys traveling. Thank you, Connie, for your dedication and commitment to your profession.  We appreciate all you do!

Janice B., RN
Janice has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Nursing Division of Aureus Medical Group. Kim has worked for Aureus for over two years and is the blueprint of what a travel nurse should be. She is dependable, positive, organized, and a great communicator. According to one client, “Janice had done a contract for me before and when I had a need again, I sought her out due to the excellent reputation she earned while here. She is a true joy to work with.” We are fortunate to work with Janice and Aureus is proud to have her as part of the Aureus Medical team.

Joe T., Occupational Therapist Assistant
Joe T. has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Rehabilitation Therapy Division of Aureus Medical Group. Joe is the type of traveler we all wish for, and would give anything to be able to have a 1000 more just like him.  He is incredibly reliable, missing work only a few times in the last 5 years of contracts, with little to no time off.  Joe exudes positivity wherever he goes, and tends to bring everyone around him up to his level of fun.  More than once, Joe has heard that more than anything the employees and residents of a facility miss his bellowing laugh upon his departure.  Joe has a special ability to motivate the unmotivated, brighten the day of all those around him, and turn once tense situations into easy going interactions.  Joe has completed 14 consecutive assignments with Aureus, and is currently in route to complete his 15th.  While on assignment, Joe has repeatedly been asked to stay or come back, proves to be incredibly flexible and willing to do whatever he can to help out, and is always willing to take the most difficult patients for the good of the team.  We are extremely proud to have him representing Aureus Medical in the field.

Teresa M., Polysomnographer
Teresa has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Cardiopulmonary Division of Aureus Medical Group. Teresa has worked for Aureus since 2007 and is currently on her 10^th assignment. She is a hard-working Sleep Tech and has been requested back by several previous clients. Her current manager said that she is “one of the best Sleep Techs” he has ever seen in the field. Teresa was asked to be our Sleep Clinical Consultant in 2010 and has done a phenomenal job as our representative. Aureus is very proud to have her as one of our employees!

Annie A., CT/X-Ray Technologist
Annie has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Diagnostic Imaging Division of Aureus Medical Group. Annie has worked for Aureus since 2004 and completed over 23 assignments. She is such a hard worker, putting in over 45 hours a week and working the overnight shifts. Our hospitals adore her and have provided only glowing evaluations. Annie is the epitome of a model traveler!

Daphne P., Medical Technologist
Daphne has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Medical Laboratory Division of Aureus Medical Group. Daphne has worked for Aureus for over three years and completed many assignments. She is a wonderful representation of our company with her attitude and work ethic.  She handles working in the busiest labs with a smile on her face.  Once client even requested her back around Christmas as they considered her family and wanted to make sure she was there for the holiday party. We are truly lucky to have Daphne as part of the Aureus Medical team!

Kimberly P., RN (ICU)
Kimberly has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Nursing Division of Aureus Medical Group. Kim has worked for Aureus since 2007 and has completed 10 assignments during that time. She is consistently asked to extend at our facilities, in addition to being asked to return year after year to seasonal hospitals. Some positive comments made on her behalf by Kim’s managers include, “outstanding”, “great to work with”, “very pleasant and helpful”, “great nurse and very dependable”, “great people skills”, and “an asset to your company.” She is a pleasure to work with over the phone and her patients are fortunate to be able to receive her care in person. Kim is the consummate professional and Aureus is proud to have her as part of the Aureus Medical team.

Jennifer D., Physical Therapist
Jennifer has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Rehabilitation Therapy Division of Aureus Medical Group. Jennifer has worked with Aureus for over three years and is on her 6^th consecutive assignment with us. She has been at her current assignment for over a year. She demonstrates dependability, reliability, and flexibility and goes above and beyond in every situation she is presented with. Jennifer has been a standout employee and has set a standard for exceptional patient care. One of her reviews stated, “I have received outstanding feedback from several patients/family members on her clinical skills and rapport with our patients. She has also been requested by name by patients and family members.” Jennifer is a shining example of an outstanding employee and one we are proud to have representing Aureus Medical.

Zella M., Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Zella has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Advanced Practice Division of Aureus Medical Group. Zella is a very experience NP and has worked at her current assignment since December 2010.  This client continually asks for her to extend. Working with a variety of mental health illnesses, she is always friendly and professional with patients and families. Aureus is very thankful for all the hard work and dedication Zella puts into her career.

Juli G., Respiratory Therapist
Juli has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Cardiopulmonary Division of Aureus Medical Group. Juli has worked seven assignments with Aureus over two and a half years. She has successfully completed all of her assignments with extremely high marks by all of her employers. She has had multiple perfect scores on her evaluations by client facilities. On her last two assignments, the clients have asked for Juli to stay on full-time. She is a true asset to Aureus Medical.

Heidi D., Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist
Heidi has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Diagnostic Imaging Division of Aureus Medical Group. Heidi started in 2007 and is currently on her 7th assignment for Aureus. This included a one year assignment in California. One client has said, “If I could clone Heidi and have more of her, I would love it”. To each new assignment, Heidi brings with her a vast knowledge and dedication to the cath lab and her patients, always striving to do the very best she can with a smile on her face. She is a model traveler that signifies everything Aureus stands for.

Deb W., Medical Laboratory Technician
Deb has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Medical Laboratory Division of Aureus Medical Group. Deb has completed six assignments for Aureus Medical. She has received outstanding reviews on every one of them. We often get called from our clients a couple days after Deb arrives stating she has been a blessing to the lab department and just what they needed. With her positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile, her evaluations are always outstanding. We are truly lucky to have Deb as part of the Aureus Medical team!

Christine K., RN (OR)
Chris has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Nursing Division of Aureus Medical Group. Chris has worked for Aureus since 2003 and has worked close to 7000 hours! She has been asked to return by several clients, but is usually booked several months in advance. She truly cares about her job and her patients, going above and beyond with every assignment. We are grateful to have Chris as part of the Aureus Medical team.

Angela B., Occupational Therapist
Angela has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Rehab Therapy division of Aureus Medical Group. Angela has worked with Aureus Medical since March of 2010. She is currently on her 6^th assignment and has been offered to extend multiple times while on assignment. She consistently earns high praise from her onsite supervisors for flexibility, ethics and dependability. She distinguishes herself from other travelers in the field by being extremely flexible when considering assignments and is willing to take on challenges from which others shy away, including difficult-to-staff locations. As an employee Angela is always happy, cheerful and is an overall joy to work with. She represents all the amazing things that Aureus has to offer, and is a phenomenal ambassador for us in the field.

Gerald P., Physician Assistant
Gerry has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Advanced Practice Division of Aureus Medical Group. Gerry has been working with Aureus Medical for over a year.   During this time he’s worked in some very remote settings.  He is always able to find the best in every situation.  At each assignment, the clients have asked him to extend or stay on full-time. He’s even recruited his wife, who is an RN, to come travel with us as well. On Gerry’s latest assignment they have asked him to come back multiple times due to his great patient care and flexibility with his schedule.  Aureus is very thankful for all the hard work and dedication Gerry puts into his work and his patients.

Medical Laboratory Employee of the Year, Norma B.

Norma B., Medical Technologist
Norma began her travels five years ago and has since been in demand and valued wherever she goes.  Her supervisors have said of Norma that she is simply outstanding, is there to help in any situation, and is the kind of employee everyone looks for.  She says working in various sized hospitals and learning new instrumentations keep her career exciting.  And knowing that her work has a direct influence on how a patient is medically treated, her responsibility to the patient always comes first. No matter where her assignments take her, she’s an advocate for her field.  On the job, she participates in health fairs and enthusiastically promotes Medical Laboratory Week to those across the hospital organization.  Norma is a true asset to Aureus and the facilities she works in.  Congratulations, Norma!

Nursing Employee of the Year, Tia R.

Tia R., Surgical Technologist
Tia has been traveling for four years, three of which have been spent in the same facility.  Her supervisors think so highly of her, they continue to extend her contract.  As the connection between physicians, OR staff, and case managers, Tia keeps the OR schedule flowing. Her supervisors at the hospital say she is so beneficial to them, they view her as a seamless, full-time member of their team who sees the big picture, not just the pieces.  Her Account Manager calls her a standout employee who is always kind, energetic, and goes above and beyond in the workplace.  Tia says the challenges and pressures that come with her role keep each day exciting and the rewards are immensely fulfilling.  We feel priveleged to work alongside someone like Tia. Congratulations, Tia!

Rehab Therapy Employee of the Year, Melinda C.

Melinda C., Occupational Therapist
Melinda has been traveling with Aureus for nearly two years.  As an NDT certified Occupational Therapist, helping others is her passion.  Her vast experience and skills are equaled by her patience, kindness, and gentle nature.  She’s a therapist who transforms lives from assignment to assignment and who makes positive contributions to the inner workings of OT departments – providing mentorship and educating teams. One department director called her a “gold mine” and “a great teacher”.  Another commented that she goes above and beyond for her patients, regardless of changes in caseload and hours.  Yet another called her a wonderful addition to their team. Melinda is an amazing example of an Aureus employee.  Congratulations, Melinda!

Diagnostic Imaging Employee of the Year, Kym Z.

Kym Z., Ultrasound Technologist
Kym has been working in the imaging field for over 30 years and has traveled for the past 11 years.  Her supervisors praise her skills, her positive attitude, and how she goes out of her way to get to know her co-workers.  One summed it up by saying, “Kym is absolutely the best.” Kym believes there is always something new she can learn from others, yet she’s generous in sharing her knowledge and years of experience.  After three decades in her field, no day is ever dull and she still finds it fascinating.  She knows that helping people, through her work is what she was meant to do.  We are proud to have Kym represent us on assignments. Congratulations, Kym!

Cardiopulmonary Employee of the Year, Stephanie R.

Stephanie R., Respiratory Therapist
Stephanie has been working in the field of Respiratory Therapy for more than 30 years and has traveled for 8 of them.  Her supervisors remark on her positive outlook, her great personality, and the way she connects with her colleagues.  She steps in, pitches in, and goes the extra mile, always with a smile on her face and a spring in her step.  After three decades in her profession, she says her biggest rewards come from seeing the progress of her patients and the daily strides they make toward recovery.  She knows she’s had a hand in that and it makes it all worthwhile.  We are truly lucky to have Stephanie represent Aureus.  Congratulations, Stephanie!

Darrell S., Respiratory Therapist
Darrell has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Cardiopulmonary Division of Aureus Medical Group. Darrell has worked for Aureus since 2007 and has completed 10 assignments. He is always extended at each assignment. He is very knowledgeable, dependable, and easy to get along with. Along with his excellent RT skills, he is always referring others to work for Aureus and currently has several of his referrals working now. Darrell has been a wonderful example of what an Aureus traveler is!

Saw Lan A., General/Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
Saw Lan has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Diagnostic Imaging Division of Aureus Medical Group. Saw Lan has worked for Aureus since December 2008. At her current assignment, she has become a great addition to the team. She works hard to help in any area needed, including teaming up with staff from the facility’s fitness center to help with a “Biggest Loser” competition. She helped train and motivate a team to run a 5K! Facilities continue to ask for Saw Lan back because of her upbeat personality, strong work ethic, and her ability to fit in wherever she goes. She is a walking billboard of the quality and caliber of employee that Aureus strives for.

Kathy S., Medical Technologist
Kathy has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Medical Laboratory Division of Aureus Medical Group. We can always count on Kathy to show up to her next assignment with a smile on her face and ready to jump in and help the client in any way she can. She’s always friendly, professional, and flexible on where she will travel. This makes it easier for us to match her skills to the best opportunities available. We are lucky to have Kathy on the Aureus Medical team!

Yolanda B., RN (NICU)
Yolanda has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Nursing Division of Aureus Medical Group. Yolanda has worked several assignments for us over the last seven years. At her current assignment, she was only there for two weeks before the CNO requested she be extended another 13 weeks. She is always willing to help out, often floating to other areas of the OB unit. There have been times when the facility suddenly needed help in the middle of the night and Yolanda will come in to help out, even if it is only for a few hours. That’s the true definition of a team player! We are grateful to have Yolanda as part of the Aureus Medical team.

Cheryl A., Occupational Therapist Assistant
Cheryl has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Rehab Therapy Division of Aureus Medical Group. Cheryl works as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and is on her 5^th assignment in the last two years. Despite some challenging times, she never ceases to have a positive attitude. She is also the epitome of loyalty, handing out our contact information to coworkers who are interested in a change of scenery. Cheryl is very flexible and understanding of the give and take of contract work. She goes above and beyond on each assignment. We are truly lucky to have her working for Aureus.

Kathleen S., Nurse Practitioner
Kathleen has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Advanced Practice Division of Aureus Medical Group. Kathy has been traveling with Aureus since 2008. She has worked assignments in California, Minnesota, Arizona, South Carolina, and Nebraska. She has walked into some tough assignments and handled them with the upmost professionalism and grace. A previous employer said, “As always Kathleen was very reliable and a pleasure to have at the clinics again. She is an excellent practitioner.” Kathy travels with her husband, Al, who also deserves a little recognition! Aureus is lucky to have an employee like Kathy!

Amy M., Respiratory Therapist
Amy has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Cardiopulmonary Division of Aureus Medical Group. Amy has worked eight assignments for Aureus over the past three years. Every manager she has worked with has been very complimentary of her and said that if they have another need, she would be their first call. She has invested in 15 state licenses and has all of the certifications possible in order to make herself more marketable. Her excellent attitude helps her stand out from the crowd. We are lucky to have Amy as a part of the Aureus Medical team!

Kymberly Z., General/Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
Kymberly has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Diagnostic Imaging Division of Aureus Medical Group. She has worked over 3,700 hours for Aureus. A supervisor at her current assignment said, “She is the best. She gets along with everyone.” With her friendly smile, she gets along with everyone and works to get to know all of her coworkers. She’s even teaching a sonographer of 30 years a few new things! Kymberly is a true asset and we are proud to have her as a part of the Aureus Medical team.

Kellianne T., Medical Laboratory Technician
Kellianne has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Medical Laboratory Division of Aureus Medical Group. Kellianne has worked 12 assignments for us and is an excellent representative for Aureus. She takes pride in her work and is flexible and understanding to what the client requests and needs. .  The clients rave about her ability to get along with the current staff and train extraordinarily fast. Kellianne portrays the best of Aureus and we are lucky to have her representing the company.

Tia R., Surgical Technologist
Tia has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Nursing Division of Aureus Medical Group. Tia has worked with Aureus since February 2007 and is now on her fifth assignment. She is extremely friendly with a positive attitude and always makes sure her paperwork is up to date and submitted on time. She’s been a great source of information about staffing needs at her current hospital. We are proud to have Tia represent Aureus Medical on assignments.

Sarah S., Occupational Therapist
Sarah has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Rehab Therapy Division of Aureus Medical Group. Sarah works as an Occupational Therapist and has been traveling with Aureus since January 2008. She consistently receives high marks in all categories on her reviews. Her directors love her and have asked repeatedly for her to stay on board as a full-time employee. At her current assignment, Sarah has been working at a lead OT which is a testament to her leadership, strong clinical skills, and dedication to her patients. We appreciate how she goes above and beyond on each assignment!

Dietta G., Nurse Practitioner
Dietta has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Advanced Practice Division of Aureus Medical Group. Dietta exemplifies the word flexible when it comes to travel. She has been in Arizona, Wisconsin (in the winter!), and North Dakota. One manager commented on her evaluation, “We appreciated her very much and would love to have her come back sometime. She is a wonderful asset to any organization!” At every assignment, the staff have loved her and thrown her a going-away party. She is currently scheduled on assignments through mid-November and even has facilities asking for her then. Dietta is a true professional and Aureus is lucky to have her representing us.

Stephanie R., Respiratory Therapist
Stephanie has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Cardiopulmonary Division of Aureus Medical Group. She has worked for Aureus since 2007 and is currently on her 10^th assignment. Stephanie is always willing to step in and help out when we are in need of a unique therapist and does it with a smile on her face. She truly has one of the best personalities and her bonding skills are what make her an outstanding Respiratory Therapist. During Respiratory Care Week, Stephanie took it upon herself to go out and buy candy and other items to make all of the RTs feel appreciated. She’s an outstanding member of the Aureus Medical team.

Karen C., Echocardiology Sonographer
Karen has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Diagnostic Imaging Division of Aureus Medical Group. Karen is on her 8^th assignment with Aureus, has worked over 4,100 hours, and has been asked to extend at her last two assignments. One client says that she is “a stable force in the department who is always willing to go above and beyond each day.” Karen takes the time to help students but is also willing to learn from them! Recently, she received an appraisal award from the facility where she is currently working. Karen is a true asset to the Aureus Medical team.

Norma B., Medical Technologist
Norma has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Medical Laboratory Division of Aureus Medical Group. Norma has worked six assignments for Aureus and has received rave reviews on all of them. She goes above and beyond on each assignment. Every client has asked her to stay on a full-time basis and are sad to see her leave when her contract is finished. Norma is flexible with where she wants to go, making it easier to find jobs for her. She is a top notch employee and we are lucky to have her work for Aureus.

Erin W., RN (PICU)
Erin has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Nursing Division of Aureus Medical Group. Erin has worked with Aureus since 2009. She is always in a great mood and her sparkling personality always shines through in her work performance. She is on her 2^nd stint at her current assignment. The client requested her to come back to help out over the winter months due to her exceptional work during the fall of 2009. Erin’s Account Manager says, “From day one, she has been absolutely wonderful to work with.” She is a shining star for Aureus Medical and we are lucky to have her working for us.

Kevin M., Occupational Therapist
Kevin has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Rehab Therapy Division of Aureus Medical Group. He has logged over 3,000 hours with Aureus on five separate assignments. His sole focus is the betterment of the patient and he approaches each assignment with the attitude that he is there to help out however possible. On occasion, while on assignment, Kevin has had to deal with several obstacles, both personal and work related. He has not only dealt with these obstacles with the utmost professionalism, but has also collaborated with the facilities to find the best workable solutions. Kevin always goes above and beyond on each contract. He is the epitome of a team player.

Deborah S., Nurse Practitioner
Deborah has been awarded the honor of Employee of the Quarter for the Advanced Practice Division of Aureus Medical Group. Dee has been working at her current assignment since June 2010, where she has done wonders for the clinic. She has taken a leadership role among her coworkers, implementing practices from books such as The Oz Principle and The Carrot Principle. Dee’s patients love her because she goes above and beyond for each one of them. She has even created over 500 handmade cards for her patients! Dee is an amazing employee and a role model for all.

Also recognized in the magazine were Dan B. and Vince P. who were honored as Aureus Medical’s 2010 Recruiters of the Year. Travelers must submit nominations for those recruiters that they believe went above and beyond.

Aureus Medical employee Chad S. (l) with HT Nursing Traveler of the Year, Mindy R.

Mindy R., Nursing
“Mindy is a fanstastic RN with experience in all types of emergency departments. She maintains a positive attitude, even in the most hectic and pressure-filled situations, and exudes excellence. During a long-term assignment, she was promoted to be a preceptor of the hospital’s new hires and also promoted to the day charge nurse position. They hospital valued Mindy so much they requested bringing her on full time. One supervisor said, ‘I would let her take care of my family.’ Another commented, ‘Mindy is one of the best nurses we have. She’s a wonderful person and self-starter with an excellent work ethic.”
-nomination from Chad S., Senior Account Manager

Aureus Medical employee Brad W. (r) with HT Allied Health Traveler of the Year, Rebekah L.

Rebekah L., Rehab Therapy
“Rebekah is an excellent physical therapy assistant and an absolute pleasure to work with. Her consistent, excellent appraisals and impressive loyalty speak volumes of how fortunate we are to have her with our company. One supervisor said, ‘Our PTs and staff love her. She’s very concerned about her patients and does a great job, giving them the respect and care they need, emotionally and physically. I wish I could have three Rebekahs.’”
-nomination from Brad W., Account Manager

Dan B., Sr. Account Manager, Aureus Nursing

Dan B., Sr. Account Manager, Aureus Nursing
“Dan has got to the best recruiter and nicest gentleman I have ever met. He is always available to talk to me and never rushed. And his cheery attitude is infections – I feel relaxed and happy every time we talk. What’s more, Dan goes out of his way to find just the right contract for me, and I am never disappointed. He calls to make sure I am happy and asks about my family, which is important to me. Even though we’ve never met, I feel Dan is my friend as well as my recruiter.”
-nomination from a traveler

Vince P., Recruiter, Aureus Allied Health

 Vince P., Recruiter, Aureus Allied Health*
“I had lost my job of three years at a heart clinic due to economic cutbacks. Vince was very helpful and persistent in finding a contract for me, calling at least twice a week to tell me about potential cardiac sonograher assignments. He was genuinely concerned about me.”
-nomination from a traveler

*Vince was also honored as Recruiter of the Year in 2009

To see all of the HT Travelers and Recruiter of the Year, click here. Congratulations to all of you! Job well done!