Joanne Edmonds

Experienced HR professional with 8+ years of leadership and management of all aspects of HR functions. Skilled in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, and development. Proven ability to align HR initiatives with business goals to drive organizational success. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a reputation for fostering a positive work environment and implementing effective HR strategies. With a passion for using technology to plan develop and implement a company-wide intranet communications platform. Resource optimization via automation of several operational processes.

• Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
• Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
• Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
• 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.
• Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
• Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.

• Complete oversight of financial operations and office management functions. Expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control measures. Managed accounts payable/receivable, payroll administration, and ensured regulatory compliance. Optimized office efficiency and streamlined administrative processes. Strong analytical skills.

Relocated to Irapuato, Gto, Mexico for three years for [spouse's] work. I cherished the experience to learn a different culture and language.

• Complete Executive Administrative support to CEO and VP of R&D. Complex calendar management, coordinated extensive [international and domestic] travel arrangements, in addition to facilitating high-profile meetings and events. Skilled in drafting correspondence, preparing reports, and conducting research to support executive decision-making. Exceptional organizational abilities with keen attention to detail and confidentiality. Strong interpersonal skills, adept at building relationships across all levels of an organization. Dedicated to ensuring the CEO's office operates smoothly and efficiently, contributing to their and the organization's overall success.