Christine Richardson 
Table of Contents Introduction Key Areas of HR Regulatory Compliance Hiring and Recruitment Wage and Hour Regulations Benefits Administration Workplace Safety and Health Recordkeeping and Reporting Staying Up-to-Date and Managing Compliance Trust BlueStone for Your Outsource HR Needs Key Takeaways Staying on top of HR regulations, laws and guidelines can be a daunting task for … Read more
Table of Contents Introduction Pre-Boarding Steps First Day Agenda Training and Development Plan Setting Clear Expectations and Goals Continuous Support and Feedback BlueStone Services Is Your Onboarding Partner An effective onboarding process goes beyond mere first impressions, setting the stage for long-term engagement, productivity, and employee retention. A thoughtfully designed onboarding experience conveys organizational values … Read more
Table of Contents Introduction Features of Modern Advanced Payroll Solutions Choosing the Right Payroll Provider BlueStone Is Here to Help Key Takeaways For big and small companies, efficient and advanced payroll solutions are the cornerstone of a successful business operation. They ensure that employees are paid accurately and on time, which is crucial for maintaining morale and … Read more
Since the January 2023 Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) ban noncompete agreement proposal, followed by its Final Rule approval on April 23, 2024, the landscape of restrictive covenants has shifted. What Happened – Proposal by FTC to Ban Noncompete Agreements The Final Rule, passed by a narrow margin of 3-2, bans new noncompete agreements for all … Read more
Updated on 6/28/24 What is credentialing? In a healthcare setting, physician credentialing is the formal process of verifying the professional records that qualify a doctor to practice medicine. The physician credentialing process includes researching their board certifications, hospital admitting privileges, education, malpractice insurance, professional references, work history, and more. Physician credentialing is a vital safeguard … Read more
Maintaining and updating your seasonal business compliance program is an important part of any healthcare organization. Making sure your organization is current on regulatory changes and updating policies and procedures to remain in compliance is critical in minimizing risk and will support and safeguard your efforts in delivering high-quality care. BlueStone Medical Business Advisors, your … Read more
Deciding to step down from your position leading a company is difficult. But when the time is right and the decision must be made, how do you choose an internal successor who should lead your business into the future? 1. A Vision for the Future For your business to succeed in the future, you have … Read more
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, employers generally do not have to provide short breaks or lunch periods to employees. However, the Act places restrictions on employers who choose to provide them. The FLSA also has guidelines for dealing with sleep time and breastfeeding breaks. Let’s review these breaks individually. Short Breaks These include coffee, … Read more
Like other HR branches, offboarding is evolving drastically. Offboarding is no longer about creating a list of administrative tasks and checking all the boxes. These days, offboarding can help you: Identify recruiting strengths and weaknesses. Detect onboarding problems. Spot employee turnover issues. Measure the departing employee’s perception of the company. Keep your brand and reputation … Read more
Updated on 5/24/24 Maintain accurate records; keep track of your company’s finances, bookkeeping, payroll, management accounting, taxes, accounts receivable, accounts payable and financial reporting. Follow up on debts and compliance. Phew! What a relief it is to have expert outsourced accounting services near you to turn to for managing these essential functions. Are you looking … Read more
