CHRISTINA JONES
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter Medic
Newport News Fire Department
08.2019 - Current
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
Human Resources Assistant/HIM Coordinator
Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center
10.2017 - 08.2019
- Served as liaison between leadership, management, and employees by answering questions, communicating decisions, and helping to resolve work-related matters
- Contributed to daily operations of the HR department by ensuring all documents are organized and filed in an appropriate and timely manner
- Participated in routine and special file audits
- Complied with all minimum standards for processing of candidates, including employment and primary source educational verifications, background investigations, and pre-employment drug testing
- Assisted with hiring and onboarding candidates, including facilitating ACE testing and completing onboarding using HRsmart.
- Performed worker’s compensation and Leave of Absence follow-up, reporting and documentation
- Assisted with Unemployment claims and Dispute Resolutions, as needed
- Processed and released information in a timely manner upon proper authorization of the patient or their authorized representative
- Filed and maintained resident medical records which included ensuring the accuracy and accessibility of the records for continuity of care
- Performed regularly scheduled audits to ensure compliance with state and federal law
- Completed HRIS information changes accurately and timely and ensured related documentation was updated
- Planned, organized, and evaluated medical record systems through coordination with other departments and services to provide optimum efficiency and accuracy.
Human Resources Assistant
Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Performed regularly scheduled audits for compliance documentation (Licensure, 90 day evaluations, OIG, Driver List, Sex Offender Registry, and background checks).
- Completed HRIS information changes accurately and timely and ensures related documentation is updated
- Contributed to the daily operations of the HR department by ensuring all documents are organized and filed in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Participated in routine and special file audits
- Actively participated in employee-focused reward and recognition activities.
- Meet with candidates selected for hire to communicate approved offers of employment and review all pre-employment paperwork.
- Complied with all standards for processing of candidates, including employment and primary source educational verifications, background investigations, and pre-employment drug testing.
- Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
- Participated in job fairs to recruit new talent.
Human Resources Coordinator
Carrington Place of Chesapeake
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Improved company, state, and federal law compliance rating for employee records from 10% to 100% in the first 3 months.
- Coordinated all recruitment processes to include: developing and reviewing recruitment advertisements, screening employment applications, coordinating interviews, and conducting pre-employment screening.
- Conducted investigations and/or inquiries on matters involving violations of company policies and procedures.
- Followed all pre-employment procedures including drug screens, background checks, license checks, and reference checks.
- Managed the LOA claims process by filing, tracking and providing appropriate notification for worker’s compensation claims, short-term disability, long-term disability and FMLA.
- Managed bi-weekly payroll processing and ensured payroll was processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with the law.
- Maintained employee files ensuring that they were organized according to corporate and auditing agency standards.
- Supported human resources staff with new hire orientations and daily departmental meetings.
Human Resources Coordinator
Lowe's Home Improvement
01.2013 - 07.2014
- Coordinated all aspects of the employee experience through acquisition, onboarding, and engagement.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date employee personnel records, driver qualification files, payroll files, attendance records, and other secured employee information.
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
- Maintained accurate payroll, payroll processes, and complied with wage and hour requirements for all employees.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations of the HR office.
- Coordinated all aspects of workers compensation program at the store level to meet the needs of injured employees and promote efficient claims management.
- Provided support to the Human Resources Manager.
Education
MBA - Business Administration, Human Resources Management
Strayer University
Chesapeake, VA01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA01.2007
Skills
- Payroll Processing
- New Employee Orientations
- Recruitment
- HRIS Lawson
- Microsoft Office
- Quality Assurance
- Advanced Life Support
- ER Communication
- Attention to Detail
Software Training
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Lawson HRIS systems
- HRsmart – Applicant Tracking System
- BHstart – Assessment Testing
- HealthStream – Learning Mgmt Platform
- Service Excellence Facilitator
Certification
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
- HAZMAT Technician
- Prehospital Trama Life Support
Timeline
Firefighter Medic
Newport News Fire Department
08.2019 - Current
Human Resources Assistant/HIM Coordinator
Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center
10.2017 - 08.2019
Human Resources Assistant
Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center
03.2016 - 12.2016
Human Resources Coordinator
Carrington Place of Chesapeake
07.2014 - 07.2015
Human Resources Coordinator
Lowe's Home Improvement
01.2013 - 07.2014
MBA - Business Administration, Human Resources Management
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
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