Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Phase Ortho
Louisville, KY
01.2024 - 03.2025
Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization's human resource and talent strategy, particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
Provides support and guidance to management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodation, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations
Manages the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand the skills and competencies required for openings.
Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
Partners with senior leaders to create learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
Oversee employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
Performs other duties as assigned
Assisted in the development of performance management systems including goal setting, performance reviews, corrective action plans and disciplinary procedures.
Developed employee orientation and training programs for new hires.
Human Resources Generalist
Ground Effects LLC
01.2019 - 01.2024
Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments.
Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand the skills and competencies required for openings.
Conducts or acquires background checks, and employee eligibility verifications.
Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs, including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance
Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law
Conducted workplace investigations to address allegations of harassment or discrimination, ensuring a safe work environment.
Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
Prepared reports related to personnel activity such as turnover rate or hiring process metrics.
Maintained employee records in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
Unit Coordinator
Norton Healthcare
01.2008 - 01.2019
Coordinate and prioritize tasks, maintaining the daily flow of the unit in a complex, rapidly changing environment.
Communicate with staff, families, and other departments, utilizing effective communication skills.
Effectively coordinate communications involving incoming calls, pages, and the nurse call light system.
Coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients, and maintain medical records and the release of information for the continuation of care.
Effectively manage various administrative tasks, such as entering patient charges, ordering supplies, and other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail, which is critical when dealing with patient care.
Recognize possible issues, and proactively avoid a negative impact.
Acted as a liaison between hospital departments, medical staff, families, and community agencies regarding patient care issues.
Conducted unit greetings and orientations for newly admitted and transferred patients.
Maintained unit supplies and equipment for medical staff and patient care needs.
Coordinated patient transfers between units and other facilities.
Assisted with patient care activities under the direction of nursing staff to support patient needs.
Facilitated communication between medical staff, departments, and external entities to ensure efficient patient care.