Joint Commission Recertifies Favorite Healthcare Staffing

Favorite Healthcare Staffing, Inc. has been awarded Health Care Staffing Services Certification from the Joint Commission. The coveted "Gold Seal of Approval" signifies enterprise-wide compliance to Joint Commission standards in operations and performance by all branch offices in all lines of business throughout the organization. Favorite has maintained its Joint Commission Certification since 2005, shortly after the program was introduced.

Overland Park, KS (PRWEB) February 26, 2009 -- Favorite Healthcare Staffing, Inc. has been awarded Health Care Staffing Services Certification from the Joint Commission. The coveted "Gold Seal of Approval" signifies enterprise-wide compliance to Joint Commission standards in operations and performance by all branch offices in all lines of business throughout the organization. Favorite has maintained its Joint Commission Certification since 2005, shortly after the program was introduced.

According to Mark Chassin, President of the Joint Commission, "Since 1951, The Joint Commission has been the national leader in setting standards for health care organizations. When a health care staffing firm seeks certification, it demonstrates a strong commitment to providing safe, high quality health care and to continually working to improve that care."

Certification was awarded after comprehensive evaluation of Favorite's key processes, including verification of credentials and competencies of health care staff, as well as Favorite's ability to provide qualified and competent staffing services. The Joint Commission's "Gold Seal of Approval" ensures competency and compliance to standards in the key areas of Leadership, Human Resources Management, Information Management, and Performance Measurement and Improvement.

"Exceeding the expectations of our clients, employees and the individuals we serve has always been part of our Mission," says Kathy Perry, President of Favorite Healthcare Staffing. "We proudly display the Joint Commission Gold Seal as sign of Favorite's commitment to quality healthcare services. Joint Commission Accreditation, along with fiscal integrity and strong internal controls are critical in today's healthcare marketplace, providing assurance and safety to both clients and employees."

Favorite Healthcare Staffing, Inc. was founded in 1981 and is privately held. As one of the nation's most sophisticated providers of healthcare professionals, Favorite offers per diem, travel, allied health, and contract healthcare professionals, as well as inclusive vendor management services and workforce solutions.

Additional information about Favorite Healthcare Staffing and its products and services is available at www.FavoriteStaffing.com or by calling 1-800-676-3456.

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