How can healthcare staffing agencies evolve while maintaining service excellence?
Terri Lawson-Adams shares her journey from political consultant to founding Ellsworth Healthcare Staffing, a specialized agency focused on contract and direct hire placements for healthcare professionals. She traces her path from early PRN staffing challenges through COVID-19 adaptation to developing a sustainable contract-based model.
The conversation explores how Ellsworth sets itself apart through Joint Commission certification and deep relationships with both facilities and healthcare workers. Terri discusses navigating industry shifts, from rapid COVID-related expansion to current market adjustments, while maintaining focus on quality placements. She shares her experience balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship and finding her path through various business ventures before healthcare staffing.
As an industry leader, Terri offers insights on emerging trends, including AI adoption in recruiting and opportunities in government contracting. The discussion concludes with her perspective on the future of healthcare staffing, emphasizing the continued importance of human connection alongside technological advancement.
Mentors that shaped Terri’s approach:
Ken Thornton, who introduced her to the American Staffing Association
Therese Baker and Deliever Wesley, business mentors through ASA
The Morning Miracle book, helping establish productive daily habits
A peer group of fellow staffing agency owners providing ongoing support
Don't miss this inspiring discussion with a healthcare staffing entrepreneur who built a thriving agency by prioritizing relationships and quality while adapting to industry evolution.
References:
Website: https://ehstaffing.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EHStaffing/
X.com: https://twitter.com/EHStaffing
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehstaffing/?hl=en
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ehstaffing/
Contact: info@ehstaffing.com
Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency
https://www.addbackbenefitsagency.com/
Transcript | Relationships First: Terri Lawson-Adams' Healthcare Staffing Model
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