During summer, there are many activities to do with your friends and family. It’s common to go on a family picnic, go to the beach, park, or having a barbecue in your backyard. But excessive heat exposure can cause conditions such as heat exhaustion and sunstroke due to dehydration. It is very important to drink a lot of water during summer to stay hydrated. Eating healthy food that is high in water content replenishes your body without any artificial flavors. If you’re feeling hungry or looking for a snack, here are some healthy fruits and vegetables that are high in water content, which will keep you cool and refreshed. Bell Peppers Raw colorful bell peppers contain 92% water, and are loaded with various vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin K1, potassium, & folate. Blueberries Blueberries contain 85% water content, and it is also a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and manganese. Broccoli Broccoli contains 89% water content. Other health benefits of broccoli include lowering the risk …
24HRMED Summer 2017 Newsletter
Summer time is just around the corner. The sun is shining bright, the days are longer, kids are out of school and many people are planning their vacations away from home and some just want to stay home and relax. Click here to read Newsletter Volume 4 Issue 1
2017 24HRMED Kick-Off Meeting
On Jan. 25, 2017, 24 Hour Medical Staffing Services, LLC (24HRMED) hosted their kick-off meeting. Corporate employees gather together to highlight the previous year’s accomplishments and goals for 2017 fiscal year. After Breakfast, we started off the day with CEO & President Linda Stone giving a welcome message, followed by inspirational speaker, Richard Hoag. Richard Hoag’s speech was motivating and interactive. Next, each department presented their accomplishments, goals, and updates for 2017. Our first presentation was by Sales Delivery Manager Myrna Lavapie. She also introduced her current, and new team members who joined our 24HRMED family in 2016. After, CEO & President Linda Stone presented the overall company goals and objectives, as well as a brief introduction of her Marketing & Operations team members. Finally, Chief Financial Officer Darryl Stone and his team members provided goals and updates for their department. Next on the agenda, Awards! Each year, awards are given to corporate employees to celebrate their accomplishments and contribution to 24HRMED. Awards were given out by CEO & President Linda Stone, Chief Financial Officer Darryl Stone, and Client Delivery …
A Thanksgiving Meal – LA Mission
24-Hour Medical Staffing Services donated to LA Mission this Thanksgiving Holiday. Together, we were able to provide 29 meals for individuals who do not have a place or food for Thanksgiving. Thank you Team!
Black Friday Shopping Tips
Thanksgiving is a time to get together with friends & families to enjoy a wonderful feast and express gratitude for what we are thankful for. But after that wonderful meal, it’s time for Black Friday shopping. Black Friday is usually the day after Thanksgiving, but over the past couple of years, Black Friday starts as early as 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Here is a list of tips to remember before shopping on Black Friday. Make a shopping list ahead of time. Prepare a list of items that you plan on purchasing. You can also visit the store you plan to go to ahead of time. By visiting beforehand, you can take notes on which aisle the item is located at. Thus when shopping on Black Friday, you will be able to grab your item quickly and check-out before the lines gets longer. Do not buy more than what you can carry. If you plan to buy a lot, bring a friend or family member. Walking to and from your car. Make sure you are aware of …
24HRMED Raised $4,216 for City of Hope
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and to show our support, 24-Hour Medical Staffing Services (24HRMED) team members wore pink on Fridays. This is an annual campaign to increase awareness for the disease. So, for every team member who wore pink on Fridays, 24HRMED would donate $5 towards the cause. 24HRMED team members were able to raise a total of $4,216. Also, team members participated in City of Hope Walk for Hope on Sunday. All donations were given to City of Hope who is a world leader in research and treatment for cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening diseases. Thank you everyone who supported, donated, and participated in City of Hope Walk for Hope! Special thanks to Linda (CEO & President) and Darryl Stone (CFO) who contributed $510.
Three Tips to Reduce Stress at Work
What is stress? “Stress is your body’s way of responding to any kind of demand or threat. When you feel threatened, your nervous system responds by releasing a flood of stress hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, which rouse the body for emergency action.” Also, stress can lead to a wide range of illnesses such as heart disease, asthma, obesity, diabetes, headaches, depression, and many more. To combat stress, here are three tips to improve your health and well-being at work. Move Frequently If you’re sitting for a long period, get up and take a short walk during break. According to WebMD.com, walking reduces stress hormones and mild depression. Drink Herbal Tea In fact, herbal tea have been used for centuries as natural remedies. Due to its medicinal properties, it’s good for your health and can calm the nerves. Rather than drinking coffee to boost your energy for the rest of the day, drinking Teas such as Mint, Chamomile, Ginseng, Skullcap, Lavender, Lemon Verbena, etc. helps bring the stress hormones back to normal levels. Ingesting high levels of caffeine, such …
24-Hour Medical Staffing Services 16th Anniversary and Tiger Team Graduation
Last week, 24-Hour Medical Staffing Services celebrated their 16th anniversary. Employees showed their company pride by coming into work wearing green. When employees walked into the office, they were greeted by a happy birthday sign and balloons decorated in front of the conference room. That same week, we continued our celebration with another COSi Tiger Team Graduation. Team R&D and Team Money were awarded with certificates for their completion of phase 1. After the awards, 24-Hour Medical’s chief financial officer, Darryl Stone, blew out the candles of our 16th Anniversary cake. Here is what some of our employees have to say about 24-Hour Medical Staffing Services: “24-hrmed is great because of the people that you get work with. They are team oriented, happy to assist, and never put you down for a mistake. The environment is relaxing but aggressive, and if you need any supplies or if you have any questions you have only to ask.” – Logan F. Staffing Specialist “I like 24-Hour Medical Staffing Services’ open door policy. Your manager is always open to hear your …
24HRMED Winter 2015 Newsletter
The seasons are changing. The days grow shorter, and the holiday season is now upon us. It’s the happiest season of all, and the spirit of giving abounds. We see it in Salvation Army volunteers ringing their bells on cold December nights. This spirit grows and multiplies as numerous individuals and organizations join together to help those in need. As this year comes to an end, I reflect on all we can be thankful for. At 24-Hour Medical Staffing Services (24-HRMED), we are thankful and grateful for ou clients who sustain and motivate us. Click here to read Newsletter Volume 3 Issue 1
24-Hour Medical Staffing Services wins Most Valued Partner Award from AMN Healthcare
At an AMN Healthcare Services Inc. breakfast meeting with their suppliers this morning at the Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park Hotel, Becky Kahn, Division President of AMN announced that 24-Hour Medical Staffing Services was named AMN’s Most Valued Partner-Travel Nurse staffing for fiscal year 2013. Award criteria included reliability, consistency, customer satisfaction, ability to work well with AMN managers, and business volume. Ernie Bumatay, President, 24-Hour Medical Staffing Services, accepted the award. Mr. Bumatay stated that his company was honored and excited to receive this award. He further stated the award was a testament to the hard work, commitment, and customer satisfaction focus of 24 Hour employees. Mr. Bumatay said he appreciated the opportunity to partner with AMN, serve many of their hospital clients on the West Coast, and help AMN achieve their business goals. During the breakfast meeting, Ms. Kahn shared AMN plans and initiatives with suppliers and solicited their feedback. Mr. Bumatay said 24-Hour Medical Staffing Services is committed to working with AMN to make the partnership the best it can be and to …