Meet the Team

Leadership Team

Mike Riley

CEO

My name is Mike Riley. I am the CEO of MedUS Healthcare. I have been involved in Healthcare Staffing for close to 25 years working with a variety of professionals including Drs, Midlevels and Nurses. I enjoy spending time with friends and family on the weekends.

Tate Bailey

Director of Recruitment

I was born and raised in Cincinnati, OH. I went to University of Cincinnati where I studied History. I have a wife and 3 kids. They are my world! In my free time I hangout with my family, watch sports and recently picked up taking hikes with my wife . I first broke into the Healthcare Staffing industry in 2001 and I still love it. Getting healthcare professionals their dream jobs has always been a great passion of mine. I look forward to another 20 years in the industry.

Bryan Rutherford

Director of Operations

I was born and raised in Northern Kentucky and attended NKU for business. The past 15 years I have been in the Travel Healthcare Industry. It is such a rewarding indistry to be in. I enjoy working in a cooperative teamwork environment to continuously improve on business process. Outside of work I am living my dream with my wife on a 47-acre farm. We adore our livestock guarding dog, Henry, who patrols the property. I love sports and do a lot of bass fishing tournaments.

Business Development Team

Alan Clark

Director of Business Development

My name is Alan! I currently reside in Nashville, TN, but I have called many places "home" including Kansas, where I received my BA in History and Geography. I have been in healthcare for 7 years in a variety of roles. My wife and I have traveled to numerous places within the US and abroad. I spend most of my time raising my kids and watching football (Go Titans!). I'm very close to my family and friends and cherish my professional and personal relationships.

Chad Clark

Business Development Manager

My Name is Chad Clark. I’m from Toledo but call Cincinnati home now. I have over 15 years in the Travel Nurse world. I’m a huge fan of College Football – GO Blue of course…

Payroll Team

Bridgett Crank

Payroll/ Billing Manager

I'm Bridgett, I’m from the Cincinnati area. I’m a proud momma of two, a son and a daughter. Being with my family and friends is when I'm happiest. I enjoy beach vacations, concerts, football games, 4 wheeling, fishing & boating. Growing up, my brother and I relished in sports pretty much year-round. Softball and Volleyball being my two sports of choice. Last but not least, I love that I love my job and my MedUS fam!

Stephanie Newton

Payroll Administrator

I have been working in payroll for many years. I have lived in Hamilton, Ohio my entire life. I enjoy spending time with my family. I have 2 sons with my husband Carl. We have a Beagle named Cinnamon who is the baby of the family. We love the outdoors and take frequent weekend camping trips. My heart stays on the beach though. Nothing better than reading a good book listening to the waves. I love the vacations my family spends there together.

Abby Friedman

Payroll Administrator

Hi, I'm Abby! I was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. I love to hike, kayak, be outdoors, and travel! I'm very active especially since I have a two-year-old son. We never seem to stop moving! I also have two dogs! My family and being a mom mean everything to me. My life is full and busy, but I'm highly motivated and always trying to grow and better myself. Finding balance is key. I'm really excited to learn more about the healthcare industry, and work for MedUS!

Compliance Team

Sarah McLaughlin

Lead Compliance Coordinator

I am from Cincinnati, Ohio and I now live just east of there with my husband and 2 daughters. We have 2 cats and a dog. I love sports, especially football, go Bengals and Chiefs! Yes, I have two favorite teams. I enjoy working on home projects. I have been with MedUS for a few years now as the compliance coordinator and it has been amazing to see how much we have grown and continue to do so! We have a great team and I am thankful to be a part of it!

Danielle Giani

Compliance Specialist

Hello, I'm Danielle! I've lived throughout the Cincinnati area my whole life, and my background is mainly in customer service, where I worked in a management position for over 10 years. In my free time, I like to read, hang out with my two cats Hazel and Bebe, and grow my already extensive collection of plants. I love hiking and taking day trips to explore new places.

Audrey Simmons

Compliance Specialist

I was born in raised in Dublin, OH and moved to Cincinnati about 10 years ago. I graduated from Northern Kentucky University with a degree in Finance and I have worked as a manager in the service industry for most of my adult life. I love spending time with my daughter who is probably the funniest person I know. I also love traveling, especially to see my 5 siblings. I am a huge Buckeyes fan and love watching college football!

Ryan Saunders

Compliance Specialist

I'm from Cincinnati, born and raised. I have a wife and one cat, who is more than enough for the two of us to take care of. I like trying out new breweries and getting out to Bengals and Reds games on occasion, but in general I am a total homebody. Video games, binge-ing TV shows and listening to music can keep me captivated for hours, and I'm more than happy to get lost in my own little world! I'm very happy to be working with this fantastic team and look forward to getting some nurses compliant!

Administrative Team

Brett Mann

Staff Accountant

I was born in Wilmington, Ohio. I attended Eastern Kentucky University and graduated with a B.S. in Forensic Chemistry. After working as a chemist, I transitioned my career to accounting in 2002 while moving back to Cincinnati. I have 2 children. My daughter, Olivia, and my son, Davis. I am an avid fan of all sports and a die-hard fan of The Ohio State University Buckeyes. In my free time, I enjoy playing as much golf as possible and spending time with my family.

Marie Cossins

Business Process Manager

Hello! I’m originally from Cincinnati but moved when I attended the University of Dayton (go Flyers), and earned my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree at the University of Dayton with a minor in Biology with the intention of pursuing medical illustration, but after discovering my passion for working with data and technology, I’ve never looked back! I love continually learning more about the healthcare industry, and working with MedUS Healthcare’s amazing clients and staff.

Danielle Spatz

Administrative Assistant

I was born and raised on the east side of Cincinnati, Ohio.. I love to sing, do makeup, and just sit at home and play with my cats. I'm currently attending the University of Cincinnati Clermont College for health information systems technology and biological sciences. I was an administrative assistant for two years previously, and it has definitely been my favorite, which is why I'm here now!

Ashlee Case

Administrative Assistant

I was born and raised in Cincinnati, and I earned my associates degree from Cincinnati State in Pre-Business Administration. I’m currently a full-time student to earn my bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in Human Resource Management at Western Governors University! In my free time I LOVE spending time with my fur-babies. Other things I love to do are going to new restaurants and breweries, taking vacations, playing scrabble, and spending time with my family.

Marketing & Sourcing Team

Brooke Riley

Digital Marketing Manager

I have lived in the Cincinnati area my whole life and I love it. Exploring Cincinnati and all its hidden treasures is one of my favorite hobbies. I went to Ohio University and graduated in 2019. I will always have a soft spot in my heart for Athens, OH. In my free time I love to spend time with my friends and my family, check out local breweries and coffee shops, and play volleyball.

Bevin Judge

Social Media/ Marketing Intern

I grew up in Dayton, OH, but I moved to Cincinnati to study Marketing at the University of Cincinnati. I have family in the healthcare industry and I am excited to learn more about it. When I have free time, I volunteer at a cat café in Northern Kentucky. I love spending time outdoors and I also love spending time with my roommates and my pets!

Gina Dickerson

Sourcing Specialist

Hi! My name is Gina, and I am excited to be joining MedUS. I was born and raised in Cincinnati, OH and don’t plan on leaving. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio University. Go Bobcats! I have been in Healthcare for about 6 years in direct patient care and administration. In my spare time I love to paint, design graphic posters, and spend time with friends and family. I am a dog mom of two pups, a German shepherd named Max and a miniature Golden Retriever named Koda. I’m really looking forward to learning more about Travel Nursing and working with the amazing people at MedUS!

Recruitment Team

Bethany Evans

Head of Corporate Training & Development

I was born & raised in Cincinnati. I went to college at Transylvania University in Lexington, KY, where I played on the softball team. I am a HUGE Cincinnati sports fan and try to catch as many Bengals, FCC, and Reds games as possible. I enjoy playing sand volleyball, softball, and golf in my free time. I have been a recruiter since 2016 where I started in IT/Engineering, then made the switch to Healthcare in 2020. I love what I do & am passionate about connecting professionals to their dream roles.

Natalie Forrest

Recruiter

I'm Natalie! I am located in Lafayette, IN. I got my start in the healthcare staffing industry back in 2003 as a Staffing Coordinator and gradually took form over the course of the next several years, eventually landing me a Healthcare Recruiter position with MedUS in July of 2018. I LOVE what I do, as I am extremely passionate about people and feel a true sense of connection and gratification in building relationships with both internal and external field staff.

Peter He

Recruiter

I was born and raised in Ohio. I attended and graduated from Ohio Northern University, where I studied Pharmaceutical and Healthcare business. GO BEARS! I enjoy being active. Back in 2021, I completed an Ironman. During my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my friends, golfing, watching TV and sports, traveling, and spending time with my family.

Carrie Snow

Recruiter

I have lived in the Cincinnati area since I was four years old. I am the mother of an amazing boy who keeps me on my toes when I am not at work. I enjoy spending time with family, taking beach vacations, camping, anything outdoors. I also like working out in my spare time. I have been in the healthcare field for over a decade with many of those recruiting. I love building relationships and helping people find jobs.

Abby Verschoore

Recruiter

My name is Abby and I have resided in Indy for most of my life (including attending Indiana University in Bloomington, IN) but have recently move to San Francisco, CA. In my spare time I love reading , golfing, exercising , writing, hiking, and spending time with my family, friends, my girlfriend Gwen, and two cats, Archimedes and Artemis (Archie and Artie for short).

BJ Elder

Recruiter

My name is BJ Elder and I am from Murray, KY which is located in Western Kentucky. I attended Thomas More University where I was a member of the baseball team. I graduated with a Business Administration degree with a concentration in Marketing. After graduation, I decided to stay in the NKY/Cincy area. During my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my friends, golfing, watching TV and sports, traveling, and spending time with my family.

Jacob Liesner

Recruiter

I am originally from Dayton, Ohio and I graduated from the University of Dayton. Go Flyers! After college, I transitioned down to Cincinnati. I am passionate about recruiting and guiding people to their dream job. In my free time, other than watching the Flyers, I enjoy skiing, lifting, and frisbee golf.

Trevor Burling

Recruiter

I am originally from Cleveland before moving here to Cincinnati. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management from Ohio University. In my free time, I enjoy sports, either playing them or watching them. I like to play basketball, cornhole, and football. Since I’m from Cleveland, I am a huge Cleveland sports fan.

Jacob Walters

Recruiter

I was raised in Northern Kentucky and after High School I attended Eastern Kentucky University to pursue a degree in Exercise and Sports Science. Since then, I have spent time working in Strength and Conditioning and Corporate Health and Wellness. In my free time I enjoy watching Football (Who Dey), Basketball, and Tennis. I also enjoy hiking and spending time with my Fiancée and our German Shepherd Asher.

Warren Clarke

Recruiter

My name is Warren Clarke III, born in Boston and raised in Cincinnati. I attended the University of Dayton where I played baseball, then I transferred to the University of Cincinnati. I absolutely love video games, but I also love fitness and playing basketball to keep me in shape. I am very thankful for MedUS and excited to become friends with everyone here.

Jake Goedde

Recruiter

Hello! My name is Jake, and I'm originally from Columbus, Ohio. I graduated from Ohio State, receiving my Bachelor's in Arts and Sciences. Go Bucks! In my free time, I enjoy watching sports, working out, and spending time with my family and friends. I am a huge Bengals fan, so I think I will fit in Cincinnati pretty well. I am excited about my opportunity at MedUS and can't wait to learn more about the healthcare industry!