Halo Staffing Blog http://www.halostaffingblog.com Meet our Peeps Fri, 09 May 2008 14:39:10 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.2 en Read and Think and Do http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/24 http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/24#comments Thu, 01 May 2008 18:36:19 +0000 tbailey http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/24 Thanks for dropping in to view the Halo Staffing Blogroll. This is the first addition of the category Read and Think and Do. I will update this roll on a regular basis.  Hopefully more regular than Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, and Something Blue.  Which just happens to be a fabulous read.  You should check that out also.  Ok this category stems from a quote that I come across every once in a while.  It’s from Christopher  Morley - - “Read, every day, something no one else is reading.  Think, every day, something no one else is thinking.  Do, every day, something no one else would be silly enough to do.  It is bad for the mind to be always part of unanimity.”  
Read:  I read about Nauru.  What do you think?  Not really much to good ole’ Nauru.  If your wondering how  I got to Nauru, I just thought of the world’s smallest countries.  However, keeping with Morley’s quote, I couldn’t really read about the Vatican City because I assume everyone would read about the world’s smallest county. So, I decided to read about the world’s third smallest country.        

Think:  I was sleeping and right in the middle of a good dream, like all at once I woke up from something that kept knocking at my brain.  Before I went insane, I held my pillow to my head and sprung up in my bed screaming out the words I dread…… IIIIIII thiiiiinnnnnkkkk I love you.  I don’t know what I’m up against, I don’t know what it’s all about, I got so much to think about…III tttthhhiiinnnkkk I love you. 

Ok, maybe this isn’t going so well.      

Do:  This was an easy one.  I had to submit a couple of profiles for my travel nurses.  These travel nurses were primo and the top candidates for my nursing jobs.  Since I work for a nursing agency I could have just scanned and email or faxed theses travel nurses (by the way they were interested in a position for thirteen weeks) to the facility contact.  But, I decided to do something silly…very silly.  I walked backwards.  Honestly I walked backwards.  The worst thing about it, is that my hamstrings are killing me.  Here is what I did.  I walked out of my office space, out of my office, out of the building where my staffing agency resides, across the parking lot, hit the button for the cross walk, waited backwards, walked across the street, down the street, into the ER, across the foyer, said high to ladies at the front desk, winged (not really but in my mind) to the girls in the gift shop, pressed the button for the elevators, stood backwards in the elevator (the Dr really didn’t know what to think about me), out of the elevator, down the hall, and into the staffing office of my hospital that accepts 13 week assignments for travel nurses that are looking for nursing jobs. Then I came back to my office and WOW!! my hammies are really really hurting.

Well that’s it.  That’s what I have to offer on this categories first post.  I would love for everyone to partake.  Keep me posted on what you Read and Think and Do.  

]]> http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/24/feed Physical Therapy Licensing http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/22 http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/22#comments Tue, 29 Apr 2008 01:58:39 +0000 asnoozy http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/22 Therapy licenses usually take about 1 full month to get.  It seems like I always run into trouble when someone wants to go to a far off place.  That is what traveling is all about, but a license can hold you up and may even mean you will miss out on a great contracted job.  I always suggest to all travelers that if they have a location in mind then to get the license before hand.  Halo will pay for it when it comes time to take the assignment.  A little investment on the front end can be the difference in a great job at the perfect location, or missing out and having to take your second choice.  If you have questions about the state licensing process please let me know, I have worked in almost every state and can give you either the time frame or at least the information you will need in order to acquire any state license.

]]> http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/22/feed The Benefits of Halo Staffing http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/21 http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/21#comments Sat, 05 Apr 2008 04:47:56 +0000 asnoozy http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/21 Halo offers the best benefits of any other staffing agency.  I can safely say that because I know what the bill rates are at certain facilities and I know what travelers should be paid.  Halo’s rates are comparable with any other staffing agency and we offer earned PTO hours, 80% of your insurance paid, 401K, and personal 24 hour customer support.  Most agencies will take away from your rate to offer you these things; but with Halo you will get that high rate and all these benefits as well.  At Halo you will always get a straight forward rate with everything in writing.  This is your professional career, you are not trying to buy a used car.  For travel nursing, travel therapy, and travel radiology positions there is only one choice.  Halo Staffing.

]]> http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/21/feed Old, New, Borrowed, and Blue http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/20 http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/20#comments Thu, 27 Mar 2008 19:22:03 +0000 tbailey http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/20 Thanks for dropping in to the Halo Staffing Blogroll. This is the first addition of the category Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, and Something Blue. I will update this roll on a regular basis.

Something Old: We have numerous hard to fill positions in western Washington, Illinois, Wyoming, and Montana. Hard to fill means LOTS of money to you!!!!

Something New: Halo Staffing has signed contracts in Maryland, California, and Florida. There are immediate needs for all Allied and Nursing professionals. Yes, we have contracts in all the hot spots.

Something Borrowed: There are lots and lots and lots of Allied and Nursing contracts available in southern Ohio. Our sister company DOMINATES the southern Ohio area and is more than willing to give Halo Staffing Solutions the contracts.

Something Blue: Let’s just throw it out on the table right now. I bleed Michigan Blue. I love Michigan Wolverine football, basketball, and baseball. Therefore I will have all the Blue Healthcare Professional contracts you possibly need. If you interested in going anywhere in the state of Michigan, I’m your man. There you have it. The first addition and certainly not the last. Please contact Halo Staffing Solutions…We’re So Easy.

]]> http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/20/feed Avoiding the flu this year http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/19 http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/19#comments Mon, 10 Mar 2008 22:49:12 +0000 asnoozy http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/19 I recently was in bed for two straight days due to the flu and it was an experience that I hope I never have to repeat. Everyone has a very busy schedule and it is tough to just stay home when flu season comes around. Here are six simple ways to cut down on your chances of catching anything.

1. Keep your distance and avoid contact with people that are sick

2. Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze. If you can’t do that turn away from other people and aim your face to the ground, and use a tissue whenever possible.

3. Wash your hands often to protect you from germs.

4. Avoid toughing your nose, mouth, and eyes.

5. To keep your immune system healthy get plenty of sleep, eat fresh fruit and vegetables, exercise regularly, drink 8 glasses of water a day, and do your best to keep stress levels as low as possible.

6. If your sick stay home and rest. You will not only get better faster but you will not spread the disease as much.

Good luck with the rest of the season, here is a link that I found from CNN that has a lot of information on it.

]]> http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/19/feed Halo Staffing Referral Program http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/18 http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/18#comments Tue, 04 Mar 2008 02:02:13 +0000 asnoozy http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/18

REFER A TRAVELER TODAY - EARN A BONUS FOR YEARS

Unlike other travel companies who offer a one-time fixed amount for a single referral, Halo is offering an ongoing bonus based not just on the number of Halo Travelers you refer but on the number of travel contracts the referred employees work. There’s no limit to the number of Travelers you refer or the number of contracts they fulfill.The first tier calculates your bonus based on the travel contracts completed by the Caregivers you refer. (Primary Referrals). The second tier provides an additional bonus based on the travel contracts completed by the Caregivers referred by the Caregivers you referred. (Secondary Referrals).

Tier One - Primary Referrals: $500 bonus for the first 13-week travel contract completed by each caregiver you refer. ($300 for an 8-week contract).$250 bonus for each additional 13-week travel contract the same caregiver signs and completes, either as a new contract or as a contract extension, for this and all future contracts. ($150 for an 8-week contract).

Tier Two Secondary Referrals: $250 bonus for the first 13-week travel contract completed by a caregiver referred by a caregiver you referred. ($150 for an 8-week contract).$125 bonus for each additional 13-week travel contract completed by a caregiver referred by a caregiver you referred, either as a new contract or as a contract extension. ($75 for an 8-week contract)

For more information regarding our Friends an Family Travel Referral Program please log onto www.halostaffing.com

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As tax time approaches I have already been confronted several times with question after question about taxes. Being a traveler you will find that you will have a much more to do around tax time than the common citizen. With tax free incentives, per diem, travel allotments, most people will spend their time going over receipts and other information and the whole time they might not have the knowledge to avoid the “A” word. Most major tax companies will have a person that is an expert for your particular field; but if you go to someone like a small town accountant they might miss thousands in write-offs. Tax time can be a puzzling process, but if you have the knowledge you can make this process as routine as signing on with Halo Staffing.

Here is an article from Healthcare Traveler Magazine that might help.

Also Try:

www.Kobaly.com

www.traveltax.com

 

]]> http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/16/feed The Team! The Team! The Team! http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/15 http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/15#comments Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:16:29 +0000 tbailey http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/15 Hi! My name is Tate Bailey and I’m a Business Agent here at Halo Staffing Solutions.  I have been with the company for a little bit over 6 years now and it’s been the best time of my professional career.  I thoroughly enjoy coming into work and working for all of you.  Halo’s team has passion, knowledge, and great camaraderie.  I bring this to your attention so you know what kind of people will be working for you.  It’s a benefit to you that we bounce out of bed in the morning and are dragged out of the office at night.  This blog will be a great communication tool for all of you.  Please check back periodically for current assignments, industry news, and all the fun stuff I will post. Also, take a look at our Friends and Family Referral Program.  It’s simply marvelous!  I just typed that thinking I was sounding like Billy Crystal.  Until next time, have a great week and please tell everyone We’re So Easy.

]]> http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/15/feed Welcome to Adam’s Blog http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/10 http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/10#comments Tue, 05 Feb 2008 17:49:32 +0000 asnoozy http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/10 My name is Adam Snoozy, Business Agent at Halo Staffing. I have been assisting healthcare professionals from various fields find contract traveling assignments throughout the US for three years. I would like to take this opportunity to help future healthcare professionals become more familiar with Halo Staffing and myself by posting regular blogs. This will be an avenue for communication, updates and a forum for you to ask any questions regarding building a relationship with Halo Staffing. Halo Staffing offers competitive rates, various locations throughout the country, personalized service, health insurance, and 401K. As always if you would like to speak to me directly, feel free to call me anytime. I am available to all my clients, and future clients 24/7. I look forward to your call. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience.

]]> http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/10/feed Todd’s Medical Market http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/9 http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/9#comments Mon, 04 Feb 2008 18:14:03 +0000 twhitehouse http://www.halostaffingblog.com/posts/9 My name is Todd Whitehouse, I’m a Business Agent for Halo Staffing. I work with hospitals and caregivers across the entire country. Halo Staffing specializes in both local and travel contracts. I would like you to give me a call the next time you are in the market looking for a contract job. Halo offers: excellent weekly pay, furnished private housing, travel money, health insurance, 401k plan, direct deposit and outstanding customer service. I’m available 24/7. So when you are ready to make a move to Halo Staffing, please give me a call. I look forward to working with you. Have an excellent day! And don’t forget to tell your friends, I offer a $500 referral bonus! It’s an easy way to pick up some extra money! I will talk with you soon.

Todd Whitehouse/Business Agent Halo Staffing866-425-6552 or 402-680-4589 toddw at halostaffing.com

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