Contract 101: Resolving Contract Disputes

Negotiation is a common and crucial part during job hunting after you get a new job opportunity. It helps ensure that both the employer and the employee get a fair and satisfactory agreement. However, disagreement might arise during the process. As a job seeker, it’s essential to approach contract disputes with a constructive mindset and employ effective strategies to reach a resolution that benefits both … Continue reading Contract 101: Resolving Contract Disputes

Contract 101: Negotiating a Contract

You’ve received a contract, but you’re not very happy with all of the terms. Or maybe you spot some discrepancies between what the facility promised you and what is written in the contract. The good news is you don’t need to sign the contract right away. There’s still some room for negotiation.  The best time to negotiate a contract is at the beginning. If you’re … Continue reading Contract 101: Negotiating a Contract

Contract 101: Before Signing a Contract

Before you start any job, you have to sign a contract. It not only solidifies your employment status but also establishes the terms and conditions that will govern your work. Before signing on the dotted line, it is essential to carefully evaluate specific factors to ensure the contract meets your expectations and aligns with your needs. One of the first aspects our recruiters recommend you … Continue reading Contract 101: Before Signing a Contract

Contract 101: Factors that Affect Contract Rates 

COVID changed the contract rates in the healthcare industry. Now that the COVID-19 pandemic is no longer classified as a public health emergency of international concern, rates have changed, but many healthcare workers are used to the rates they received during the beginning of the pandemic. There are many factors that go into determining a contract rate, and MEDRelief is here to break it down … Continue reading Contract 101: Factors that Affect Contract Rates 

Contract 101: Contract Types and Key Elements 

In today’s competitive job market, employment contracts play a crucial role in defining the rights and responsibilities of both employers and employees. As a leading staffing agency committed to matching talented individuals with top-notch healthcare facilities, MEDRelief recruiters are here to help guide jobseekers through the maze that is job contracts. There are various types of employment contracts and the key components that each contract … Continue reading Contract 101: Contract Types and Key Elements 

Contract 101: The Basics

At MEDRelief Staffing, our recruiters understand the challenges of job searching and aim to provide assistance throughout the process. Whether you’re seeking a local position or a travel job, contracts often play a significant role. To shed light on this topic, we present the Contract 101 series, where our recruiters offer insights and advice on negotiating contracts, identifying crucial contract elements, and more.  Securing a … Continue reading Contract 101: The Basics

5 LGBTQ+ Historical Figures in Healthcare

Pride Month is a great time to look back in history and highlight LGBTQ+ figures who paved the way for today’s society to thrive. Despite the discriminatory history, many LGBTQ+ individuals made meaningful contributions to the community, especially the healthcare field. While Pride Month may be coming to an end, it is always good to look back on our history. Here are 5 LGBTQ+ medical … Continue reading 5 LGBTQ+ Historical Figures in Healthcare

What are Illegal Interview Questions and What Should You Do?

Job interviews are primarily used to showcase your skills and expertise while learning more about the company and the job. Most job interviews are supposed to be professional and succinct, but sometimes you might get asked questions that are illegal. These types of questions infringe on your rights and touch on sensitive topics that may lead to discrimination. Understanding which types of questions are prohibited … Continue reading What are Illegal Interview Questions and What Should You Do?

How Nurses Can Engage with the Community

Every May, we celebrate National Nurse Month, a time dedicated to honoring and recognizing the invaluable contributions of nurses to our healthcare system. As the month comes to an end, the final week of National Nurse Month is dedicated to focusing on engaging with the community. Engaging with the community is a great way for nurses to advocate for the profession and educate others about … Continue reading How Nurses Can Engage with the Community

Professional Development for Nurses

The third week of National Nurse Month is upon us, and this week is focused on professional development. Since healthcare is always evolving and changing, professional development is a vital component for nurses to stay updated with new technology and practices in order to provide the best care for their patients. It not only enhances their knowledge and skills but also opens doors to new … Continue reading Professional Development for Nurses