Code of Ethics - Internal Policies

24-Hour Medical Staffing, LLC has an obligation to conduct business within guidelines that prohibit actual or potential conflicts of interest. This policy establishes only the framework within which the company wishes the business to operate. The purpose of these guidelines is to provide general direction so those employees can seek further clarification on issues related to the subject of acceptable standards of operation.

A "conflict of interest" occurs when an individual's private interest interferes in any way, or even appears to interfere, with the interests of the company as a whole. A conflict of interest situation can arise when an employee, officer or director takes actions or has interests that may make it difficult to perform his or her company work objectively and effectively. Conflicts of interest also arise when an employee, officer or director, or a member of his or her family, receives improper personal benefits as a result of his or her position in the company.

Transactions with outside firms must be conducted within a framework established and controlled by the executive level of 24-Hour Medical Staffing, LLC. Business dealings with outside firms should not result in unusual gains for those firms. Unusual gain refers to bribes, product bonuses, special fringe benefits, unusual price breaks and other windfalls designed to ultimately benefit the employer, the employee or both. Promotional plans that could be interpreted to involve unusual gain require specific executive level approval.

An actual or potential conflict of interest occurs when an employee is in a position to influence a decision that may result in a personal gain for that employee or for a relative as a result of 24-Hour Medical Staffing, LLC business dealings. For the purposes of this policy, a relative is any person who is related by blood or marriage, or whose relationship with the employee is similar to that of persons who are related by blood or marriage.

No "presumption of guilt" is created by the mere existence of a relationship with outside firms. However, if employees have any influence on transactions involving purchases, contracts or leases, it is imperative that they disclose to an officer of 24-Hour Medical Staffing, LLC, as soon as possible, the existence of any actual or potential conflict of interest so that safeguards can be established to protect all parties.

Personal gain may result not only in cases where an employee or relative has a significant ownership in a firm with which 24-Hour Medical Staffing, LLC does business, but also when an employee or relative receives any kickback, bribe, substantial gift or special consideration as a result of any transaction or business dealings involving 24-Hour Medical Staffing, LLC.