Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
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BRUCE WILSON, Jr

North General Hospital
Jersey City,NJ
2008
years of professional experience

Returning HR professional with strong background and effective leadership employment experience across industries; Human Resource Management and Healthcare Talent Recruitment, Social Services, combining Customer Service and Cruise line Entertainment with desire to leverage acquired skills and experience in these industries in return to Healthcare Talent Recruitment.

Work History

Vocal Captain / Resident Guest Entertainer

Carnival Corporation

PRINCESS CRUISE LINES, Miami, FL, 3/2017 - 5/2026

CUNARD, Southampton, UK, 11/2013 - 6/2014 & 9/2015 - 5/2016

ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISE LINES, Miami, FL, 3/2009 - 4/2012

  • Leadership role: Maintained vocal integrity of Production Shows and other performances.
  • Coordinated and conducted all sound checks with Cast Manager, Audio Manager and Music Manager.
  • Vocalist performing at the highest standard in all production shows and various venues as scheduled.
  • Mentored, coached and supported vocalists with all vocal concerns.
  • Participated in vocalists' performance appraisals providing fair, objective, and accurate measurements based on observed behavior.
  • Delivered accurate, detailed and insightful end of voyage show reports regarding vocalists' performances including necessary improvements.
  • Collaborated with other onboard teammates to provide outstanding guest satisfaction and experience.
  • Shared best practices and efficiencies with the Entertainment leadership team and colleagues.

HR Manager Recruiter / Generalist

3 Years
North General Hospital | 01.2005 - 01.2008

RECRUITER

  • Managed full cycle recruitment from sourcing and posting vacancies on employment sites, to onboarding process for Union and Non Union candidates for clinical and administrative positions. Areas include RN, LPN, Therapist, Physician, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Medical Biller, General Allied Health, Administrative Support, IT, Finance, and Technical recruitment.
  • Consulted with department heads and managers regarding staffing needs.
  • Conducted criminal background and fraud protection exclusion checks, and social security traces for new hires.
  • Developed relationship and worked closely with Employment Agencies
  • Familiar with Employment Agency contracts

GENERALIST

EMPLOYEE / UNION RELATIONS

  • Versed in SEIU 1199 Union protocol and procedure, and hiring practices
  • Worked closely with and consulted as needed with SEIU 1199 Union Organizer and Delegates
  • Advised dept heads, managers and line staff regarding 1199 Bargaining Unit Agreement in relation to hospital policies, procedures, hiring practices, and disciplinary process

HUMAN RESOURCE INFORMATION SYSTEM

  • Experience using ADP Enterprise HRIS
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee data.
  • Conducted research to verify employee information as needed.
  • Security level position building and termination
  • Tracking of employee benefits, compensation, and pension status

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

  • Advised VPs, department heads, managers, and line staff on company and Human Resource policies and procedures, and disciplinary process
  • Worked closely with payroll and legal departments regarding general HR concerns.
  • Working knowledge of HR law, and HIPAA compliance

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

  • Provided basic Benefits & Compensation information to regular employees and new hires.
  • Understanding of FMLA process and procedures
  • Knowledge of Union Benefits & Compensation policies and protocols

HR Assistant - Temporary Assignment

1 Month
Viacom Corporate, Viacom | 02.2005 - 03.2005
  • Assisted Human Resource Department in the completion of basic clerical tasks, various filing projects, and appointment scheduling.

H R & Media Library Assistant - In House Temp Assignment

9 Months
Showtime Networks, Inc. | 03.2004 - 12.2004
  • Assisted Compensation and Benefits Directors in the completion of various filing projects, and office moves. Managed phone coverage for HR Vice President and Executive Vice President

Caseworker / Administrative Service Coordinator

2 Years
New York Department of Social Services - Assessment Unit - Adult Protection Services | 01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Conducted adult protective services assessments to identify risk, neglect, and safety concerns. Extensive fieldwork
  • Coordinated services of other agencies (Department for the Aging, etc.) in assisting clients

Enrollment Counselor / Administrative Aide

2 Years
New York Department of Social Services - Managed Care Division | 01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Advised applicants on managed care enrollment options and coverage requirements.

Trainer / Foster Home Developer

3 Years
St. Christopher's - Jennie Clarkson Childcare Services, Inc., Home Finding Division | 01.1994 - 01.1997
  • Taught foster parenting skills classes
  • Trained Agency staff in division policy and procedures
  • Coordinated & scheduled family interviews, and HIV training for new and established foster parents
  • Participated in Agency and divisional administrative conferences
  • Prepared written Home Study document on prospective foster parent trainees

Education

RUCEC / PADGETT-THOMPSON

Professional Development Training

  • Basics of HR Law
  • HR Essentials for Personnel

Bachelor of Music

Emporia State University | Emporia, KS

Skills

Strong platform skills with experience in conducting orientation and training forums
Strong written
oral (group and individual)
and interpersonal communication skills
Effective problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented multitasking
Basic Microsoft Word
Excel
and Powerpoint
Work well independently
and collaboratively with team

Timeline

HR Assistant - Temporary Assignment

Viacom Corporate, Viacom
02.2005 - 03.2005Read More

HR Manager Recruiter / Generalist

North General Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2008Read More

H R & Media Library Assistant - In House Temp Assignment

Showtime Networks, Inc.
03.2004 - 12.2004Read More

Caseworker / Administrative Service Coordinator

New York Department of Social Services - Assessment Unit - Adult Protection Services
01.1999 - 01.2001Read More

Enrollment Counselor / Administrative Aide

New York Department of Social Services - Managed Care Division
01.1997 - 01.1999Read More

Trainer / Foster Home Developer

St. Christopher's - Jennie Clarkson Childcare Services, Inc., Home Finding Division
01.1994 - 01.1997Read More

Vocal Captain / Resident Guest Entertainer

Carnival Corporation
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RUCEC / PADGETT-THOMPSON

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Emporia State University

Bachelor of Music
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BRUCE WILSON, Jr