AMN Healthcare Reports Major Gains in Social Impact and Sustainability
Inaugural ESG Report Highlights 56% Female Board Representation and $190 Million in Diverse Spend
AMN Healthcare, the leader in total healthcare talent solutions, recently accelerated its sustainability progress. According to its inaugural 2021 ESG Report, the company achieved industry-leading benchmarks in diversity and social justice. These results mark a significant evolution from its traditional corporate responsibility reporting.
Leading in Diversity and Inclusion The company’s commitment to equity is visible at the highest levels of leadership. AMN Healthcare reported several key achievements in corporate governance and diverse spending:
- Board Diversity: Women now make up 56% of the corporate Board of Directors.
- Diverse-Owned Business Spend: The company invested $190 million with diverse-owned businesses last year.
- Workforce Representation: The internal corporate team now reflects its communities, with 67% women and 36% BIPOC representation.
Advancing Health Equity During the Pandemic During the second year of the global pandemic, AMN Healthcare played a vital role in the national response. The company deployed 95,000 healthcare professionals to underserved regions. Furthermore, they provided language interpretation for over 12 million patients to ensure health equity for hard-to-reach populations.
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A Commitment to Net Zero Beyond social impact, AMN Healthcare is prioritizing environmental sustainability. The company announced a bold target to achieve net zero climate impact in its direct operations by 2024.
“Our commitment to social justice and sustainability is the bedrock of our company,” said CEO Susan Salka. “We are proud of the collaborative action from our team and stakeholders.”
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