Quad-Cities Biz Bytes for Sept. 29, 2024
UnityPoint Health-Trinity is actively recruiting nursing professionals to join its team. Interested individuals can learn more about UnityPoint Health and explore career opportunities during an in-person hiring event from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, at 2119 Kimberly Road in Bettendorf. Attendees can enjoy complimentary food and refreshments while mingling with recruiters and leaders.
Hiring leaders will be present at the event to meet with potential candidates and discuss openings in various care settings, including hospitals, clinics and home health. UnityPoint Health encourages nursing professionals interested in the following roles to attend:
• Registered Nurse.
• Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Certified Medical Assistant.
• Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Patient Care Tech.
Sign-on bonuses are available for all roles. All levels of skillsets are welcome to apply.
On-the-spot interviews will be conducted during the event, so potential candidates are advised to bring a resume and register online before attending.
Ann Friederichs gets SBDC award
Ann Friederichs, director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Western Illinois University, has been named a recipient of the 2024 SBDC State Star Award for Illinois. The State Star Award recognizes top performers in the SBDC network who demonstrate exemplary service, dedication and success in helping small businesses thrive, according to a news release.
Friederichs expressed her gratitude and emphasized the collective effort behind the recognition.
"While my name is on the award, this is truly an SBDC WIU Center award," Friederichs said in the release. "We could not do what we do without the support of Interim President Kristi Mindrup, Chris Merrett, Sandy Whittig, Erin Wherley and all of WIU Sponsored Projects, Shannon Sutton, Kari and Allison and my colleagues, Maria Ramos and Carrie Kessler. I am forever grateful."
Under Friederichs' leadership, the WIU SBDC has made strides in assisting local entrepreneurs and small-business owners, enhancing economic development and providing resources across the region.
