The last thing that any driver needs is to break down in the cold, harsh winter weather. It is necessary to have a winter car check to avoid the inconvenience of being stranded out in the cold and with the unexpected expenses of emergency repairs.
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Celebrate National Respiratory Care Week
Respiratory Care Week, which is October 19-26, is a wonderful time to celebrate, recognize and thank all of the respiratory
Continue reading »Are You Ready for Your Fall and Winter Assignment?
Preparing for your upcoming fall and winter assignments can be challenging. Your brain is filled to the brim with important details regarding your assignment and with so much on your mind, how do you know you’ve got all your bases covered? We’ve got a few tips for you that will help make your transition easier.
Continue reading »Joint Commission Audit / Personal File Helpful Hints
It is that time when Aureus Medical is in its Joint Commission audit window. Joint Commission’s goal is to make sure that we as a company are following our internal policies and procedures. We must maintain current employee records as well. This all leads to their ultimate goal which is patient safety and satisfaction. Therefore, what can you do as a traveling healthcare professional to help ensure the highest level of patient safety and stay compliant with Joint Commission standards?
Continue reading »Efficiency on Travel Assignments
I read an article the other day about the ever changing stance on healthcare. It talked about cost reduction and healthcare workers making more contact with patients in less time. It seems fair to say that efficiency in hospitals and for healthcare workers is imperative.
Continue reading »Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day
Recognizing the seventh annual Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day allows Aureus Medical to honor our dietary professionals for the work they do.
Continue reading »Words to Live By
Can you believe that we are already in to February of 2014!? By now, some of you have already abandoned your New Year’s resolutions. Some of you have been diligent and stuck to yours! If you are one of the lucky ones that stuck to it from January 1st, you probably are reaping the rewards of whatever promise you made to yourself. We all know it takes at least 30 days to make something a habit. Whether you promised yourself to eat right, lose weight, get healthy, spend more time with friends and family, read more, work smarter, or whatever it may be, you have probably seen a change.
Continue reading »Flu Prevention
Every year, flu season occurs in the United States – but did you know that flu seasons can be different each year? Flu seasons can differ in timing, duration, or severity. However, there are important steps you can take to protect yourself. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a yearly seasonal flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against seasonal flu. The vaccine is typically available as an injection or as a nasal spray.
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