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Janet Jackson

Rapid City,SD

Summary

Proactive HR accomplished in hiring, developing and motivating employees. Successful at building rapport at all levels and resolving issues smoothly.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Director

Avantara Mountain View
Rapid City, SD
07.2022 - Current
  • Updated employee records in HR database system.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion and sensitivity.
  • Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
  • Assisted customer service with inbound and outbound calls regarding HR inquiries.
  • Prepared documents for termination processes such as exit interviews and severance packages.
  • Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new employees.
  • Responded to internal inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, payroll.
  • Conducted background checks for potential candidates.
  • Initialized background checks for potential new hires.
  • Managed employee onboarding with enriching internal and external training development of both online and traditional environments.
  • Answered employee questions during entrance and exit interview processes.
  • Explained human resources policies and procedures to employees.
  • Maintained employee files in compliance with applicable legal requirements.
  • Organized employee recognition programs to boost morale among staff members.
  • Managed leave of absence requests and tracked vacation time accruals.

Nursing

Avantara Mountain View
Rapid City, SD
07.2022 - Current
  • Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
  • Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
  • Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
  • Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
  • Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
  • Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
  • Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
  • Performed routine inventory control checks of drugs stored in unit drug boxes or carts.
  • Verified the identity of the patient receiving medication prior to administration.
  • Evaluated patient responses to medications administered and reported any changes or unusual occurrences immediately to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
  • Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
  • Ordered drug supplies from pharmacy as needed for patient care needs.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.

Nursing

Good Samaritan Society
Rapid City, SD
05.2018 - 05.2021
  • Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.

Education

Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing

Western Dakota Technical Institute
Rapid City, SD
05-2015

Associate of Arts - Administration Assistant/ Anything Really

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
03-2009

Skills

  • Payroll Coordination
  • Succession Planning
  • Labor Relations
  • Talent Acquisition

Timeline

Human Resources Director

Avantara Mountain View
07.2022 - Current

Nursing

Avantara Mountain View
07.2022 - Current

Nursing

Good Samaritan Society
05.2018 - 05.2021

Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing

Western Dakota Technical Institute

Associate of Arts - Administration Assistant/ Anything Really

University of Phoenix
Janet Jackson