Dear ASHHRA Colleagues,
November is an important month for me. Veteran’s day is in November. I am so grateful for those who have served (and continue to serve), including both of my brothers and my sister-in-law. Thank you for your service to our country.
As we move deeper into the month, kids are hopefully recovering from sugar overload associated with trick-or-treating, and those of all ages are still basking in the glow of an amazing World Series. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention a win 108 years in the making ... especially since ASHHRA is based in Chicago. No matter who you were rooting for, this year’s World Series was a reminder to us all that patience and perseverance creates amazing outcomes. For me, the most touching moment was the outcome of a brief rain delay. The Indians had just come back and tied the game. For many, it appeared that the momentum had shifted away from the Cubs. The delay was a defining moment for the Cubs. It could have easily been spent focusing on what had just happened that resulted in them losing their lead and what could have been. Instead, the Cubs took the moment of pause and focused on their belief in each other and the possibility of what they could do together. Ultimate teamwork nirvana!
We can all learn from that moment, can’t we? Especially during moments of high stress and in environments where we are navigating shifting landscapes, it is easy to get into fight-or-flight mode. Imagine the possibilities if we instead focused on recognizing and supporting each other. The power of teamwork!
As I reflect on this season of thanks, one of the many things I am thankful for is my ASHHRA team — it's the relationships and support I have with each of you through my ASHHRA membership and the incredibly hardworking ASHHRA staff that makes membership a special experience. Thank you for all that you do!
I wish everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Kristen E. Fox, MBA, CHHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
ASHHRA 2016 President
Director, Partner Integration
Providence Health and Services
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Join us tomorrow at 2 p.m. EST for a 60-minute educational presentation on a crucial portion of the hiring process — the reference check. Virginia Hospital Center will share how they leverage technology to innovate a key step of the recruitment process, enabling them to improve overall quality of hire and recruitment efficiency, which in turn impacts quality of care. The presentation is free to ASHHRA members and approved for 1.0 credit hour toward CHHR and HRCI recertification. Register now.
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The renewal cycle for the Certified in Healthcare Human Resources (CHHR) credential is three (3) years, with expiration on the last day of the month in which certification expires. Renewal may be achieved by completing eligible professional development activities or retaking and passing the CHHR Examination. The issued CHHR certificate indicates the date certification was earned and expires.
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