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Gregory Ruland

Grand Junction,CO

Summary

I am a capable contract manager with extensive background overseeing contracts for services such as building and construction, legal and other professional services, and health insurer reimbursement contracts for physicians.

I handle routine paperwork, disputes and contract administration with an organized approach. I administer contract terms effectively by continuously tracking progress and deliverables.

I am also effective at handling simultaneous contract timelines and maintaining strict schedules.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

BrightStar Care
07.2023 - 08.2024


  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.

Political Canvasser

Democratic National Committee
08.2016 - 10.2016
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members.
  • Interacted with and educated hundreds of voters across the West Slope of Colorado to promote the Hillary Clinton campaign.

Managing Editor

Larson Pubishing
05.2010 - 05.2014
  • Oversaw compliance with style guide, editorial guidelines and brand identity throughout entire publication portfolio.
  • Oversaw publication of digital and print products, aligning multi-media content strategies to maintain cohesive brand identity.
  • Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
  • Led departmental meetings to align creative output behind singular editorial voice.
  • Handled final proofreading, copy editing and revision functions for deliverables.
  • Maintained advanced social media presence to promote deliverables and solicit new contributors.
  • Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
  • Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines.
  • Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
  • Proposed ancillary projects and products to expand diversity of editorial offerings and revenue opportunities.
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
  • Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
  • Selected relevant images to accompany content for maximum impact.
  • Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
  • Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.

Manager

Sedona Books & Music
05.2007 - 06.2010
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Associate General Counsel

COPIC Insurance Company
01.1994 - 07.2007
  • Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
  • Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
  • Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
  • Drafted and reviewed contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
  • Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
  • Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
  • Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
  • Advised clients on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions and other business matters.
  • Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
  • Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
  • Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
  • Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
  • Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.

Education

J.D. - Law

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR

Skills

  • Documentation
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Records Management
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Problem-Solving
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Client documentation
  • Behavior redirection
  • Flexible Schedule
  • State regulations knowledge
  • Records Maintenance
  • Strong Ethics
  • Relationship Building

Timeline

Caregiver

BrightStar Care
07.2023 - 08.2024

Political Canvasser

Democratic National Committee
08.2016 - 10.2016

Managing Editor

Larson Pubishing
05.2010 - 05.2014

Manager

Sedona Books & Music
05.2007 - 06.2010

Associate General Counsel

COPIC Insurance Company
01.1994 - 07.2007

J.D. - Law

University of Oregon

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