ASHHRA Career Pulse

Thanks to the vast wealth of knowledge available online, we no longer have to sacrifice continuing education opportunities because of work obligations or financial constraints. If you're planning to "virtually" go back to school, implement these five productivity tips to help you stay focused and achieve your learning goals.

Visit https://www.theladders.com/career-advice/5-productivity-tips-for-continuing-your-education-while-working to view the full article online.

May 4 deadline for ASHHRA Recognition Award nominations

Know someone making significant contributions to the field of health care HR? Nominate them to be recognized at ASHHRA18! Visit ASHHRA.org/Awards to see award categories and to submit a nomination. All award nominations are due by May 4, 2018.

Visit http://www.ashhra.org/awards/index.shtml to view the full article online.

Call for 2019 Board nominations now open

Serve as an ASHHRA leader by submitting a nomination for the 2019 Board. Positions slated for 2019 include: At-Large Board Member - Acute Care, At-Large Board Member - Continuum of Care, New-to-the-Profession Board Member, Vice President and Treasurer. Nominations are open now through Friday, May 11, 2018.

Visit http://www.ashhra.org/about/governance/board_gov.shtml to view the full article online.

Health Care Hiring

The risky hiring shortcut nearly half of HR pros are taking

HR Morning

Recent studies show an alarming trend: more and more job applicants are falsifying credentials and experience on their resumes. Even more concerning, many HR departments are missing these lies by failing to contact references, perform background checks, or verify the information presented to them before making a hiring decision.

Visit http://www.hrmorning.com/the-risky-hiring-shortcut-nearly-half-of-hr-pros-are-taking/ to view the full article online.

One week left to participate in HR Metrics Tool

The deadline for the HR Metrics Tool is next Friday, April 27. If you're looking for relevant benchmarks on turnover rate, costs per hire and more, then you need this tool. It utilizes accurate data to provide you with a better understanding of the investment in the HR function and its areas of strength and opportunities for improvement. Don’t miss this benchmarking opportunity!

Visit http://www.ashhra.org/products/metrics.shtml to view the full article online.

Dress Code Policy

Recently asked on ASHHRA Exchange:

"Our organization is revisiting the dress code policy, and considering lightening some of the restrictions regarding tattoos and having to cover them while working, the number of earrings in the ear and studs in the nose. Has anyone else done this recently and if so how to decide what to include, did you survey staff or patients, and would you consider sharing your new policy."

What do YOU think? Log in to ASHHRA Exchange today and join the conversations or start a new thread!

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American Society for Health Care Human Resources Administration