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Nursing workforce tech company acquisition aims to expand staffing solutions for healthcare providers

HR Brew

Some hospitals and healthcare providers are turning to on-demand staffing solutions to address a national nursing shortage, as well as an increased demand for flexibility in nursing, exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic. This week, on-demand workforce tech company ShiftMed acquired CareerStaff Unlimited, a leading managed service provider (MSP) developed by Genesis HealthCare.

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Register Now for HR Boot Camp on May 2-3

HRWatchdog

Do you know what the “ABC Test” is? Are you aware of what criminal history information is prohibited for job applicants? What about 2024 changes to pre-employment drug testing — do you know what drugs you can test for? When does the state mandatory paid sick leave preempt local ordinances? If you’re new to HR — or just want to update your HR skills and knowledge — these are just a few of the questions CalChamber’s employment law experts will answer in our upcoming virtual HR Boot Camp seminar, h

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18 Must-Have Onboarding Documents (+ Free Templates)

Analytics in HR

Failing to standardize your onboarding documents hurts new hires and your company. Why? Because undefined or inconsistent onboarding processes can result in a poor employee experience and weaker connections built between your new recruits and your company. This will hinder their performance, engagement, and retention. When it comes to onboarding, first impressions count.

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Understanding Contract-To-Hire and How It Works

ApplicantStack

In the world of work, talent acquisition takes on many forms beyond the typical direct, permanent-employee route. One of those alternative options is called contract-to-hire. This hiring arrangement brings an employee on board as a contractor for a predetermined period. In this blog, we’re discussing everything you need to know about a contract-to-hire arrangement, including how it works, why it can be beneficial for your organization and how it compares to other hiring practices.

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The Rules Do Apply: Navigating HR Compliance

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

HR Compliance is like a giant game of whack-a-mole. Once you think your company is compliant with all policies and procedures documented and in place, there’s a new or amended law, regulation, or final rule that pops up landing you back at ‘start.’ There are shifts, interpretations, and balancing acts to understanding compliance changes. Keeping up is not easy and it’s very time consuming.

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Recruitment marketing strategies for 2024: What’s next?

Bullhorn Blog

As we continue through 2024, recruitment professionals face a landscape that is quite different than it was a decade ago: The advent of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning algorithms, and advanced analytics has revolutionized the way recruiters source, engage, and hire talent. The emergence of Gen Z as a significant portion of the workforce brings new expectations and preferences to the forefront, with a focus on purpose-driven work, ethical business practices, and opportunities for

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A Guide to Choosing the Right Entertainment Recruiters in Los Angeles

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With the advancing technology, the Los Angeles entertainment industry is experiencing massive changes, considering the region is the heartbeat of showbiz. Its Hollywood entertainment section is known for producing numerous movies, digital content, music, and television shows. However, entertainment in LA is not just about having a script and a few individuals to make things happen.

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Build Trust at Work: UKG HR and Payroll eSymposium

HR Bartender

(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at UKG , a leading provider of HR, payroll, workforce management, and culture cloud solutions. Newsweek named UKG for the second consecutive year to their Greatest Workplaces for Women. Congrats to them and enjoy the article!) I belong to a couple of online human resources groups. I’m sure you do too.

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Boost Career Development with These 7 Steps

Linkedin Talent Blog

As companies try to figure out what role artificial intelligence (AI) will ultimately play in the workplace, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: Using AI to handle tedious tasks isn’t in itself a recipe for success. Companies will only benefit if their employees are equipped to use the time that AI saves them in ways that are advantageous. One way to ensure that outcome is through career development.

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Nurses appreciation week: A week of gratitude for our healthcare heroes

Achievers

Did you know there are over 4.7 million registered nurses in the U.S. , making them the largest group of healthcare professionals in the country? National Nurses Week is your time to honor these amazing healthcare heroes. Take a moment to recognize the tireless dedication, compassion, and skill of nurses who make a difference in countless lives every day and show your appreciation for these healthcare champions.

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Automate Your Onboarding Process In 7 Steps

Efficient employee onboarding is more than a warm welcome—it's a catalyst for business growth. Automated onboarding transforms new hires into productive team members faster, fostering long-term satisfaction and talent retention. For HR, automation means replacing inefficient manual processes with streamlined, cost-effective operations. Our eBook reveals how automating employee onboarding delivers these benefits, reducing HR challenges and elevating new employee readiness.

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How HR can better support veterinary professionals

HR Brew

It can be easy to romanticize the veterinary profession—who wouldn’t want to spend their days helping animals feel better and booping all the snoots? But the reality of the job can be quite different. Some 82% of veterinarians experience “low to medium burnout” at work, according to Merck’s 2024 Animal Health study , and 61% of veterinarians reported feeling exhaustion, as compared to 32% of workers overall.

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Secure Your Revenue: Why Your Staffing Agency Needs a Collection Specialist

COATS Staffing Software

While most clients in the staffing industry are honest and reliable, there’s always a chance someone might try to avoid paying your placement fees. This can happen through backdoor hires, where they circumvent your services by directly employing a candidate you presented, or through disputes about the quality of the placement. In these situations, a collection specialist becomes your valuable ally, safeguarding your hard-earned revenue and ensuring smooth financial operations.

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Understanding the Difference Between Culture Surveys and Employee Engagement Surveys

DecisionWise

We are often asked to explain the difference between a culture survey and an employee engagement survey. While these two instruments measure some of the same phenomena that occur inside organizations, their purposes and questions are different. This article will explore some of these key differences so HR professionals and business leaders can decide which approach is best for their organization.

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What is Full Service Hiring?

ExactHire

Finding talent to fill job openings within an organization is not an easy task. Most human resources professionals can attest to this. Candidly, the recruitment process can be a hassle. Full Service Hiring can greatly help with these issues! Technology can simplify recruitment tasks and processes, but this does not guarantee the desired results. Hiring […] The post What is Full Service Hiring?

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Modernizing Hiring: The Rise of Contingent Recruitment in 2024

The job market is changing fast, and to stay ahead, your hiring strategy needs to be flexible. With recent economic shifts, more companies are turning to contingent workers for their adaptability and cost savings. In fact, 32% of businesses are already prioritizing contingent over traditional full-time positions. Curious to learn more? In our new guide, you'll discover: The major benefits of incorporating contingent workers into your team.

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Employee personas: How to create and use them

Achievers

Many businesses create detailed customer personas to inform marketing strategies and product development. But they neglect to make the same investment in understanding their own employees by crafting employee personas. These personas are easy-to-use tools that provide valuable insights into the unique characteristics, behaviors, and aspirations of different segments of your workforce.

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FTC issues final rule banning noncompete clauses

HR Brew

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted to issue a final rule on April 23 banning employers from using noncompete clauses in employment contracts. Such agreements are commonly found in industries ranging from warehousing to medicine, according to the FTC. They’re intended to prevent employees from engaging in conduct that could increase competition for another party; as such, noncompetes may keep workers from joining another firm, for example, or bringing their current clients to a new firm, pe

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10 Tips for Choosing the Right Payroll Software for Your Business

EmployeeConnect

Whether you’re a small startup or a well-established enterprise, selecting the right payroll software can significantly streamline your operations, minimise errors, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. With a myriad of options available, finding the perfect fit for your company can be overwhelming. To help you navigate this process, here are ten essential tips to consider when choosing payroll software : Identify Your Needs : Before diving into the sea of payroll software options, t

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Germany’s Path Toward Decreasing the Gender Pay Gap Under the EU Directive

Trusaic

In response to the EU Pay Transparency Directive, which requires employers operating in European Union member states to report on pay data, Trusaic will be evaluating the state of each country in the EU’s current gender pay gaps and the path toward compliance. The impetus for the EU Pay Transparency Directive was to address the 12.7% gender pay gap in the European Union.

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The Essential Performance Review Checklist

Performance reviews are a proactive way to engage with your employees, provide clear communication about expectations, and acknowledge them for their hard work. But getting the right framework and creating consistency across your organization can be tricky. We put together this checklist to help you evaluate your current performance review process and equip managers with the right tools to perform individual assessments.

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Enhancing Employee Engagement: Five Levels of Organizational Readiness

DecisionWise

Employee engagement is a critical aspect of any successful organization. It goes beyond mere job satisfaction; it’s about employees feeling a sense of purpose and commitment to their roles and the organization as a whole. To effectively drive employee engagement, organizations need to be ready at different levels. This article introduces the DecisionWise five-level maturity model that outlines the stages of organizational readiness for driving employee engagement.

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What is an OKR? A guide to using OKRs to reach your goals

Achievers

Objectives and key results (OKRs) are a powerful framework for aligning employee efforts with organizational goals. Whether it’s driving revenue growth, improving customer satisfaction, or boosting employee engagement, OKRs provide clarity and direction for employees at all levels. They establish meaningful goals and define clear metrics that let team members track progress towards them, encouraging a culture of transparency and accountability.

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World of HR: UK union group wants HR’s use of AI to be regulated, and facial expression detection banned

HR Brew

HR pros in the UK may have to comply with new AI regulations, thanks to a recent proposal from the country’s largest group of unions. Where in the world? The Trade Union Congress (TUC), which has around 5.5 million members in England and Wales, released a draft bill that would prevent employers from using AI when screening job applicants, and hiring and firing employees, Fortune reported.

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IRS Now Requesting Proof of ACA Full-Time Calculations In Audits

ACA Times

A recent penalty notice from the IRS demonstrates that the agency is requiring employers to provide proof of ACA full-time calculations. The post IRS Now Requesting Proof of ACA Full-Time Calculations In Audits first appeared on The ACA Times.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?

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Employee Engagement: Employee Engagement Surveys

EmployeeConnect

Beyond mere job satisfaction, employee engagement encompasses the emotional commitment and dedication that individuals bring to their roles. It serves as the cornerstone upon which a vibrant company culture thrives, fostering creativity, productivity, and ultimately, sustainable growth. At the heart of understanding and enhancing employee engagement lie comprehensive surveys.

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Pay Equity Deep Dive Part VI: Trusaic’s Salary Range Finder

Trusaic

This is Part VI of our “Pay Equity Deep Dive Series.” Part I focused on Compensation Philosophy Review and Pay Analysis Group formation and testing. Part II focused on Wage Influencing Factors (WIFs) and Reliability and Robustness Testing. Part III focused on Tainted Variable Analysis and Root Cause Assessment. Part IV focused on Developing a Remediation Strategy and continued into Part V which focused on Key Considerations When Developing a Remediation Strategy.

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Here Come The Copilots!

Josh Bersin

This week, as I discuss in today’s podcast , Microsoft blew us away again. The company delivered $61.9 Billion in revenue last quarter (up 17%) and Microsoft Cloud reached $35.1 billion, growing 23%. And every other business is on fire: Azure grew by 31%, Office and LinkedIn grew by 12%, and PC and Windows grew. Read more» The post Here Come The Copilots!

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Legislative lowdown: Department of Labor will extend overtime pay to 4 million salaried workers

HR Brew

Some 4 million additional salaried workers will be eligible to receive overtime pay under a final rule the Department of Labor announced on April 23. The rule raises the annual salary threshold for white-collar (i.e. executive, administrative, and professional) employees to qualify for overtime from $35,568 to $58,656. It will be fully implemented by Jan. 1, 2025.

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AI & DEI: With Great Opportunities Comes Great HR Responsibility

Speaker: Jen Kirkwood - Partner, Responsible HR & AI at IBM and World Economic Forum Executive Fellow

The promise of AI for today’s organizations is real, yet in a frenzied state of experimentation, many stumble to get to a full-scale enterprise. As companies race to discover what generative AI can do, HR must lead conversations about how to balance cutting-edge innovations with integrity, trust, and diversity. Globally, organizations are at a critical intersection of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and AI acceleration.

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How expense software helps control corporate card spending

SutiHR

We all have a habit of tracking expenses, determining where and how much we will. The post How expense software helps control corporate card spending appeared first on SutiSoft.

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The Healthcare Worker Shortage: How Relocation Incentives Can Impact Recruitment Efforts | UrbanBound

UrbanBound HR

One proven solution is to cast a wider geographic net and hire out-of-market talent in your quest for quality candidates. But in order for that to work, employers must also provide attractive relocation incentives.

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The noncompete agreement ban: what you need to know

Workable

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has made a groundbreaking decision that will significantly affect employees and employers across the United States. The FTC has decided to limit the enforceability of most noncompete agreements in employment contracts, except those applicable to senior executives. The FTC defines senior executives as workers earning more than $151,164 annually who are in a “policy-making position.

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