Alexander Nelson
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dynamic, metrics-driven sales and talent acquisition leader with a proven track record of scaling teams, increasing revenue, and driving operational efficiency within the healthcare staffing industry. Recognized for building high-performing teams and delivering consistent top-quartile results through strategic planning, business development, and performance coaching. Adept at balancing people leadership with hands-on execution, fostering collaborative cultures that deliver real growth. Passionate about driving impact, solving complex challenges, and building systems that scale.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder
InternalTravelGigs.com
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Launched a direct-to-clinician job platform, streamlining healthcare recruiting by eliminating third-party staffing agencies.
- Scaled user base to 2,000+ clinicians and facilitated 750+ job applications through targeted organic growth strategies.
- Conducted outreach to hospital systems and clinics, securing early adopters and building sales pipeline for employer-side onboarding.
Associate Director of Recruitment
Aya Healthcare
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Directed 6 teams across 90 recruiters and 15 team managers, driving placement support for 3,000+ active clinicians nationwide.
- Scaled laboratory staffing vertical from 15 to 2,000+ active assignments, contributing to one of Aya’s fastest-growing business units.
- Spearheaded recruiter onboarding and sales training programs, including SMART goal setting and performance improvement plans (PIPs) to boost team productivity.
- Recruited and onboarded 50+ new recruiters, supporting rapid internal growth and expanding market reach.
- Played a pivotal role in strategic workforce planning for allied health sectors.
- Teams exceeded tenure-based goals by 15-40%, consistently ranking over 100% of the tenure average each quarter.
Team Manager
Aya Healthcare
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Led a high-performing team of 40 recruiters and 4 Associate Team Managers, specializing in nurse and allied health placements across the U.S.
- Oversaw weekly KPI reviews, 1:1 coaching, and tailored training sessions to drive recruiter development and conversion rates.
- Maintained a personal recruitment desk of 200+ active clinicians, earning Top 10 recruiter ranking company-wide.
- Achieved #1 team performance in tenure and output across multiple quarters
Recruiter
Aya Healthcare
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Built and managed a high-volume desk of 550+ clinicians across RN and allied health specialties, driving placements through strategic outreach and relationship management.
- Consistently exceeded quarterly performance quotas, ranking among top individual contributors.
- Promoted to Team Manager in recognition of sustained high output, leadership potential, and desk growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA12.2018
Skills
- Recruitment & Talent Acquisition (Full-Cycle High-Volume Niche Clinical Roles)
- Sales Strategy, Negotiation & Client Relationship Management
- Team Leadership, Coaching & Performance Development
- Strategic Planning & Cross-Functional Execution
- Interviewing, Hiring & Workforce Scaling
- Training Program Design (Onboarding, Sales Enablement)
- Customer Success & Stakeholder Communication
- Adaptability in Fast-Paced, High-Growth Environments
Languages
English (Fluent)
Spanish (Fluent)
Awards
- Top Overall Team (3x), Most New Bookings (3x), Most Team Bookings (2x), Top in Tenure (4x)
- Highest MSP % (2x): Strategic Placements, Circle of Excellence (4x): Top 30 recruiters company-wide, Account Manager Choice (2x): Best Recruiter to Work With
Timeline
Co-Founder
InternalTravelGigs.com
11.2024 - 05.2025
Associate Director of Recruitment
Aya Healthcare
04.2022 - 08.2024
Team Manager
Aya Healthcare
07.2020 - 04.2022
Recruiter
Aya Healthcare
01.2019 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
San Diego State University