Author - Prisha Patel

When Emotional Pain Mirrors Physical Pain: The Science Every Leader Needs to Understand

One of the most fascinating findings in neuroscience reshaped how I think about mental health at work. Brain imaging shows that emotional and social pain, such as grief, rejection, heartbreak, isolation, or separation distress, activates the same neural circuits as physical pain. Research cited by Dr. Amir Levine and Rachel Heller in Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment demonstrates that the...

Expanding Horizons and Building Strategic Partnerships

Expanding Horizons and Building Strategic Partnerships We’re excited to share some important updates and milestones from Hines Health Services (HHS) as we continue to grow, evolve, and deepen our commitment to providing exceptional occupational health and emergency medical services. Strengthening Cross-Border Energy Partnerships   Hines Health Services is proud to sponsor the upcoming North American Neighbours Energy Reception, hosted by the Canada-Texas Chamber of...

Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Hines Health Services Celebrates International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, Hines Health Services (HHS) proudly recognizes and honours the invaluable contributions of women in business and the workforce. As a female-led organization with a workforce that is 75% women, HHS is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and empowerment. Founded by Kristi Hines, a Registered Nurse and award-winning entrepreneur, HHS has built a strong, values-driven...

What’s new with you? We’ll go first.

Influenza Shots Hines Health Services is providing influenza immunizations for the upcoming winter season. For convenience and accessibility, HHS can arrange for nurses to travel to remote job sites. Book your workplace today! Are you curious about this year’s influenza immunization strains? The influenza strains for the 2024-2025 season include: A/Victoria/4897/2022 (H1N1)pdm09, A/Thailand/8/2022 (H3N2), B/Austria/1359417/2021 (B/Victoria lineage), B/Phuket/3073/2013 (B/Yamagata lineage). For more information about the comparison of COVID-19, influenza,...

Welcome, Gladys Hokanson, RN, BN, OHN

It is with great pleasure that we extend a warm welcome to Gladys Hokanson, RN, BN, OHN, as she joins Hines Health Services Inc. in the role of Health & Wellness Manager. Her commitment to promoting health and well-being aligns seamlessly with our mission at Hines Health Services, and we look forward to working together to enhance the health and wellness...

Kristi Hines named in 2023 Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards

Kristi Hines, Founder and CEO of Hines Health Services, has been named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner for 2023. The list was released by WXN (Women’s Executive Network) along with their partners today, recognizing women across Canada who make a transformational difference in their fields and actively shape a more inclusive future, especially in underrepresented...

Why do we need sleep, anyways?

When you sit down to think about it, sleep has an aura of mystery, doesn’t it? Research indicates why we need sleep, for physiological reasons such as brain function, but what are the deeper-seated reasons sleep is so vital to our existence, how does it work, and what really happens during sleep that doesn’t happen while we’re awake? Studies show the...

Hines Health Services and Chard Métis Dene Group of Companies (CMD) are proud to partner and create CMD Hines Health Services.

CMD Hines Health Services, a Fort McMurray-based organization provides health, wellness, and emergency medical services to people and businesses throughout Alberta. Experienced in providing health care staffing and recruitment services – CMD Hines Health Services combined has established a broad client-base including private organizations, public companies, and all levels of government. Click to view PDF

2023 Q2 Newsletter

Hello Hines Health Services subscribers! Thanks for signing up for our newsletter. We’re pleased to bring you these updates on Hines Health Services and occupational health trends in the community. Position: Registered Nurse/ Case Manager for Oil Sands Client Department:Disability Management FTE: Full-time Monday to Friday Remote option offered if residing within Alberta Contact: Recruitment@hineshealth.ca Position: Registered Nurse/Occupational Health Nurse Department: Clinic FTE: Part-time Contact: Recruitment@hineshealth.ca Position: Registered Nurse/Emergency...