the relationship conflicts with the best interests of Sun River Health. If it is determined that such a conflict or relationship exists and it cannot be satisfactorily resolved through reassignment, then one of the employees must resign. If neither employee voluntarily resigns, the organization will terminate the employment of one of the employees. Relatives of, and those involved in a personal relationship with, a present employee may not be hired without the full knowledge and written approval of Human Resources. For the purposes of this policy, relatives are spouse, sibling, parent, child, grandparent, grandchild, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, first cousin, or step/in-law relations. Other members of your household or other relatives may be included depending upon the individual circumstances.
Separation from Employment It is our sincere wish that you will enjoy a successful career with Sun River Health. Since employment is at-will and based on mutual consent, you and Sun River Health have the right to terminate employment at will, with or without cause at any time, with or without notice. If you decide to leave Sun River Health, you are requested to give as much advance notice, in writing, as possible, but not less than the notice period designated below. This notice should indicate your last day of work and will allow us the ability to adjust working schedules and identify a replacement if necessary. To receive payment for your accrued and unused PTO balance following resignation, you must provide and work satisfactorily through the following notice periods: •
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Providers/Clinicians (including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, dentists, dental hygienists – 90 days’ notice Management and Professionals (All management positions including Coordinators and Supervisor through Vice President; and professional positions including RNs, LPNs, Nutritionists) – 4 weeks’ notice All Other staff not included in the first two categories – 3 weeks’ notice
Employees may not take PTO (unless previously approved) or SST during the notice period. Any employee who is out ill may be requested to extend their notice period by the number of days is out ill. Final paychecks for time worked will be paid via direct deposit in accordance with the regular paycheck schedule. PTO balance payments will be paid via direct deposit with the pay date following your last regular pay for time worked. Please remember your obligations regarding the safekeeping of Sun River Health and patient confidential and proprietary information once you leave Sun River Health. Separated employees are required to maintain the confidentiality of patient information and proprietary organizational information on-going. In addition, employees must
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