March 17, 2025 1:46 pm Published by admin Even by rural hospital standards, Keokuk County Hospital in Sigourney, Iowa, is small. The 14-bed hospital, in the southeastern part of the state, doesn’t do surgeries or deliver babies. The small 24-hour emergency room is overseen by two full-time doctors. Matt Ives, the hospital’s CEO, wants to hire a third doctor, but he said finding [...]
February 3, 2025 11:00 am Published by admin Healthcare staffing is more than a logistical consideration—it’s a cornerstone of quality patient care. Adequate staffing levels and access to skilled professionals directly influence patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction. Understanding the connection between staffing and care quality is essential for healthcare facilities striving for excellence. 1. Maintaining Optimal Patient-to-Staff Ratios When staffing levels are inadequate, [...]
January 15, 2025 11:00 am Published by admin Healthcare staffing agencies play a pivotal role in connecting qualified professionals with facilities in need. As the healthcare field evolves, employers and staffing agencies alike seek candidates with specific skills to excel in their roles. Here are the essential skills that can make you stand out in the competitive healthcare industry. 1. Communication and Interpersonal [...]
February 20, 2024 12:57 pm Published by admin As February unfolds, the United States commemorates Black History Month, a time to honor and remember the rich contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout history. African Americans have made a lasting impact on society in all spheres, and the healthcare sector is no exception. Black people have made significant contributions to medicine and bettering [...]
January 30, 2024 2:24 pm Published by admin Long-term care facilities turning to online platforms for healthcare staffing face potential pitfalls, especially in light of new U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) regulations. The DOL’s rules emphasize the dangers associated with misclassifying workers, particularly in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Understanding the DOL Rules: It is evident from the latest DOL regulations that [...]
December 16, 2021 3:38 pm Published by admin As we prepare to greet the new year, we have one last outstanding employee to feature in 2021. Ellsworth Healthcare Staffing is proud to announce its newest Employee of the Month: Cynthia. Aside from being a skilled nurse, her dedication to her work and consistent performance are traits that we admire and are thankful for. [...]
November 24, 2021 3:11 pm Published by admin EH Staffing CEO Terri Adams with members of the Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Decatur GA Each year, it’s tradition for Ellsworth Healthcare Staffing to provide food to needy families. This year we continued this tradition by donating to Gregg’s Pantry at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Decatur, GA. This donation [...]
November 5, 2021 2:27 pm Published by admin We are delighted to recognize Beverly, CNA as our Employee of the Month for October 2021. Beverly has always been a conscientious employee, and is always willing to work and take additional shifts/assignments when she can. She has never called out and is always on time. We are happy and honored to have her as [...]
September 14, 2021 2:57 pm Published by admin We are proud to announce our Employee of the Month for September 2021 – Aisha! She has exceeded expectations in the past few months with her boundless compassion and helping spirit, which is why we think she deserves this honor. 1. What do you like about your job with Ellsworth Healthcare Staffing? I love working [...]
August 26, 2021 5:48 pm Published by admin cnbc.com Here’s some good news for Americans everywhere: the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has fully-approved the first COVID-19 in the US. The FDA’s Official Statement In their website, they published the following statement: “Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech [...]
