Nereida Howe
Athol,NY
Summary
Driven and decisive professional offering several years of experience managing human resources teams to deliver compliance, personnel communication and workforce programs. Flexible and focused with expertise in recruitment and retention, mediation, staff training and development and complex problem resolution.
Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments.
Analytical professional in historical research, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in archival research, historical analysis, and primary source validation. Excel in critical thinking, written communication, and adaptability, leveraging these soft skills to analyze complex information and present findings clearly.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Provider
PLL
New York, New York
04.2025 - Current
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities for clients.
- Assisted clients with mobility and transportation to appointments or social activities.
- Monitored client well-being and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Supported emotional well-being through companionship and active listening during visits.
Home Support Worker
Sunray/Addus
Brooklyn/Oakdale, New York
07.2017 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support client health plans.
- Observed behavior changes in clients and reported any significant information to supervisor or case manager.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Maintained accurate records of client visits, treatments provided and progress notes.
Museum Curator/ Historian
The King's Ransom~Personal Treasures of Elvis
Las Vegas, Nevada
02.2006 - 07.2017
- Conducted research on historical artifacts to inform exhibition themes.
- Designed interactive experiences that engage visitors while they explore exhibits within the museum.
- Facilitated tours of exhibits by providing background information about each item featured.
- Conducted research on artwork or artifacts to determine authenticity and provenance.
- Managed inventory of artifacts, ensuring proper documentation and preservation.
- Curated exhibits highlighting significant historical artifacts and their relevance.
- Located, conserved and preserved historical artifacts such as records, manuscripts and photographs.
HR Coordinator/Compliance Coordinator/Payroll Manager
Premier Home Health Care Services
Hempstead, New York
01.1990 - 05.2012
- Coordinated employee onboarding processes and documentation for new hires.
- Managed scheduling of training sessions and employee development workshops.
- Assisted in maintaining compliance with labor laws and company policies.
- Supported recruitment efforts by screening resumes and conducting initial interviews.
- Updated and managed employee records in HR information systems efficiently.
- Facilitated communication between employees and management regarding policy inquiries.
- Updated employee records in HR database system.
- Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
- Responded to internal inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, payroll.
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new employees.
- Conducted background checks for potential candidates.
- Initialized background checks for potential new hires.
- Maintained employee files in compliance with applicable legal requirements.
- Selected and interviewed candidates for all available positions.
- Assisted in compliance audits, preparing necessary documentation and reports.
- Coordinated responses to unemployment claims and participated in hearings as necessary.
- Conducted compliance training programs and issued regular memos detailing compliant work practices to promote employee awareness of company policies.
- Tested applicants with oral, written or practical tests, depending on licensing requirements.
- Recruited, hired, and oversaw team of personnel maintaining compliance.
- Managed payroll processing for diverse healthcare staff across multiple locations.
- Calculated and processed payroll for over 200 employees on a weekly basis.
- Managed payroll for temporary, hourly, and salaried employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School
Freeport, NY06-1983
Skills
- Personal care
- Health monitoring
- Client relationship management
- Payroll administration
- Compliance audits
- HR information systems
- Data gathering and organization
- Historical Researcher
Affiliations
- Genealogy Research
- Researcher of Historical records
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Home Care Provider
PLL
04.2025 - Current
Home Support Worker
Sunray/Addus
07.2017 - 04.2025
Museum Curator/ Historian
The King's Ransom~Personal Treasures of Elvis
02.2006 - 07.2017
HR Coordinator/Compliance Coordinator/Payroll Manager
Premier Home Health Care Services
01.1990 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School
Similar Profiles
GOH SING CHIANGGOH SING CHIANG
Supervisor at PLL PACKAGING SDN BHDSupervisor at PLL PACKAGING SDN BHD
Lexi RoushLexi Roush
Grassroots Marketing Manager at PLL - Premier Lacrosse LeagueGrassroots Marketing Manager at PLL - Premier Lacrosse League
Vernon Baker IIIVernon Baker III
Forestry Worker at Mitchell ForestryForestry Worker at Mitchell Forestry
Heather SmithHeather Smith
Teacher at 1-2-3 Grow Child Center Inc.Teacher at 1-2-3 Grow Child Center Inc.
Deborah StudstillDeborah Studstill
Front End Ambassador at Michaels Arts and CraftsFront End Ambassador at Michaels Arts and Crafts