Less Job-Related Stress for Temporary Employees

One quality-of-life benefit for temporary and contract employees is less stress!

A new study researching the quality of life for permanent and temporary employees revealed that temporary employees report lower levels of job-related stress.

The American Staffing Association reported that a study, conducted by Zogby International, compared more than 3,000 permanent and temporary employees in areas related to quality of life, including family time, eating, stress and healthy living habits. In most cases, both segments of workers had similar responses with virtually no measurable differences.

In the area of job stress, however, temporary employees reported less work-related stress than their permanent employee counterparts. Not surprisingly, one of the reasons the study cited for lower stress for temporary employees was “greater flexibility and more control over their employment decisions." These results are consistent with the findings of a 2005 Survey conducted by the American Staffing Association. That study found that “one in five participants in the ASA survey said that flexible work time, choice of assignments, or having time for family were extremely important factors in their decisions to become a temporary or contract employee."

Favorite employees choose temporary and contract assignments for many of the same reasons. By providing per diem, contract, allied and travel opportunities, healthcare professionals can select the options that best suit their lifestyles and career goals. Visit our job site for current opportunities, as well the outstanding benefits we offer our employees.

Favorite Rewards: Gift Giving Made Easy

Use your Rewards points to get great Holiday gifts!

As Thanksgiving arrives, so does the gift-giving season. There never seems to be enough time to shop for all the important people in your life. Why not order gifts with your Favorite Rewards points? A variety of great gifts are available for adults and kids of all ages.

Ordering from the broad selection of available gifts from Favorite is a great way to keep your holiday budget under control. You earn Favorite Rewards points with every shift you work…why not redeem a few points instead of spending big bucks?

Order today to ensure that your gifts arrive in time to brighten the wintery days! Visit the Rewards website to find the perfect gift!

Here are just a few great gift ideas:

Brighton Ana Rosa Satchel 5960 Points	Polo Cotton Robe 2020 Points
Apple 1GB iPod shuffle 2250 Points	Carnival Cotton Candy Maker 1160 Points

2008 Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals

New Safety Goals effective January 1, 2008

Joint Commission approved revisions to the National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs) in June 2007. The new Goals will be implemented January 1, 2008.

The purpose of the Goals is to promote improvements in patient safety. Associated with each Goal are program-specific Requirements. These Requirements highlight problematic areas in health care and describe system-wide solutions to these safety-related issues.

As a Favorite Healthcare Staffing employee, you are required to follow the National Patient Safety Goals as identified by Joint Commission. You are also responsible for familiarizing yourself with the facility-specific policies associated with the National Patient Safety Goals and adhering to their policies and procedures.

An especially critical element of these goals is the "Do Not Use" abbreviations and/or symbols list. Familiarize yourself with Joint Commision's "Do Not Use" list and any facility-specific lists concerning "Do Not Use" abbreviations, symbols and "Look-Alike/Sound-Alike Drugs."

You can find the Goals on the Joint Commission web site. Favorite's “Annual Training and Orientation Manual” will be revised to include the 2008 National Patient Safety Goals.

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Travel to Arizona

Destination Spotlight: Arizona, Stay Warm this Winter!

Arizona, known for its year-round sunshine, is an ideal winter destination. Visitors have a myriad of options, so you'll have no trouble finding great things to see and do! Explore the fast-paced night life in Tucson, visit the Barringer Meteorite Crater, or experience one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the awesome Grand Canyon.  

Southern Arizona features attractions such as Oracle State Park, Picacho Peak State Park, The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Tucson Symphony Orchestra, Arizona Opera, and more!  Favorite's two locations in Arizona, Phoenix and Tucson, are the two largest cities in Arizona so there is always entertainment to be found.

The warm Arizona climate makes this the ideal retreat far away from those winter chills. Imagine basking on a sunny beach in the middle of winter! Lake Powell, only two hours north of Flagstaff, has something for everyone; including boating, swimming, hiking, and so much more!

This winter, find just the right per diem, contract, or travel assignment to fit your needs. Contact our offices in Phoenix or Tucson for current job listings or visit our job site for up-to-date available assignments. Travelers can email gotravel@favoritestaffing.com or call Travel Nurses Service at 800-755-1411.

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Thanksgiving Greetings!

Warmest wishes to all our Favorite Healthcare Staffing Family!

At this very special time of year, all the corporate and branch employees of Favorite Healthcare Staffing extend our sincere gratitude and best wishes to you.

Thanksgiving offers us a great opportunity to thank each of our healthcare professionals for the exceptional care, concern and comfort you provide to all of those individuals you serve. We are honored that you choose to be members of the Favorite Family!

We send you and your families our warmest thoughts and wishes for a joyous Thanksgiving!