W. Matthew Weldy
Mobile,AL
Summary
Seasoned recruiting professional with proactive, flexible and hardworking approach to accomplishing employer hiring objectives. Works well with job boards, LinkedIn and ATS systems. Skilled in coaching, overseeing and encouraging successful recruiters.Successful Recruiter with 23+ years of experience finding, screening and attracting applicants to open positions. Polished in conducting background and reference checks and performing direct or phone interviews with potential employees. Personable and diplomatic professional possessing refined negotiation and communication skills paired with in-depth knowledge of recruitment development.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Specialist- Physician and Provider Recruiter
VISN 16 / Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System
Biloxi, MS
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Streamlined communication channels and increased efficiency while serving as the primary point of contact for physician and provider candidates during recruitment process.
- Engaged in direct communication with medical staff management to assess staffing requirements, develop effective recruitment strategies, and design comprehensive compensation plans for healthcare professionals.
- Provided strategic guidance as a senior HR recruitment and retention advisor within the local VA health care system, serving both the VA Medical Center's needs along with those of community-based outpatient clinics.
- Rendered crucial support in the implementation of strategic recruitment and retention initiatives for health system leadership and service line managers
- Offered insights to health system leadership regarding short- and long-range analysis of recruitment, hiring and retention requirements.
- Managed and ensured the accuracy of applicant and employee records through the efficient use of the applicant tracking system.
Business Development Specialist / Clinical Skills Instructor
University of South Alabama Simulation Program
Mobile, Alabama
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Sourced participants from diverse locations, including students and practitioners, to enhance profitability of simulation-based training programs.
- Successfully recruited a pipeline of participants, resulting in a significant increase in newly trained Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) from 34 to over 4000.
- Cultivated relationships with users in the public and private sectors and with industry leaders to maximize partnership prospects, resulting in increased revenue.
- Facilitated learning experiences for individuals in the healthcare field including students, allied health personnel, medical nursing staff
- Delivered comprehensive instruction on wound closure techniques (basic & advanced suturing), physical examination practices, splinting methods, arterial and venous access device usage, men's health / wellness examinations procedures, as well as Levels A-D personal protective equipment (PPE) training.
Healthcare Recruiter- U.S Navy Medical, Nursing and Allied Health
Gulf Coast Region
Mobile, AL
06.2010 - 11.2020
- Successfully managed independent execution of challenging sales cycles and negotiations with physicians, dentists, nurses, ancillary medical professionals,
students, and other influential individuals in the allocated region. - Implemented ongoing networking strategies resulting in the successful recruitment of top-tier healthcare candidates for diverse roles including nursing, physician, and support staff positions.
- Guided applicants throughout hiring process and prepared candidates for department interviews, sharing relevant job descriptions and department structure.
- Streamlined communication between candidates, hiring managers, and human resources throughout the entire recruitment cycle.
- Expanded professional network through active participation in industry conferences and career fairs
- Enhanced recruitment efforts by leveraging social media platforms to increase awareness of job openings and engage potential candidates.
Veteran Talent Acquisition Manager
U.S. Navy Recruiting Command, Gulf Coast Region
02.1998 - 06.2010
- Collaborated with sales professionals to devise and implement a sourcing strategy for generating candidate flow in the U.S. Navy's high-priority open positions.
- Supervised and coordinated daily operations at two recruitment stations
- Provided support and guidance to junior members of Talent Acquisition team
- Increased team results by effectively utilizing metrics to evaluate recruitment efforts and measure progress towards goals.
- Streamlined sourcing processes by evaluating their efficacy and implementing necessary improvements
- Maintained a record-breaking performance, surpassing sales quotas by over 135% across the district.
Registered Nurse - Outpatient Surgery-Pain Management
Springhill Medical Center
Mobile, AL
03.1997 - 02.1998
- Supervised the assessment and treatment of acute and chronic pain patients by a multidisciplinary team.
- Expertise in overseeing and coordinating electronic medical record system management
- Successfully implemented hospital administrative and technical operating policies and procedures.
- Effectively managed and addressed challenges faced by the nursing team, optimizing workflow in the department.
- Collaborated with physicians in performing nerve ablations and administering epidurals using fluoroscopy equipment in outpatient and operating room procedures
- Demonstrated proficiency in conducting facet joint blocks, nerve blocks, spinal cord stimulator's, and intrathecal morphine pump management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
07.2012
Associates Degree of Science - Nursing
Jefferson Davis College
11.1995
Skills
- Talent Acquisition / Management
- Candidate Sourcing
- Customer Relations
- Retention Management
- Recruitment Planning
- Training Development
- Staff Management
- Interviewing Techniques
- Excellent Communication
- Employee Retention
Affiliations
- 2023 - International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL)
- 2023 - Alabama Chapter of IAFN, Annual Conference Planning Committee, Mobile, AL
- 2022 - International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN)
- 2022 - Alabama Chapter of the International Association of Forensic Nurses (AL-IAFN)
- 2021 - CAE Healthcare Human Patient Simulation Network (HPSN) Regional Conference Planning Committee
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
- Stop-the-Bleed Instructor (American College of Surgeons & the Committee on Trauma)
- Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - Instructor status
- Safe Sitter Instructor
- Professional Selling Skills Facilitator
Personal Information
Title: BSN, RN
Awards
- Officer Recruiting Excellence Award 2019, 2018. Ranked #2 of 10.
- National Medical Officer Recruiter of the Year 2017.Ranked #1 of 1000.
- Region Medical Officer Recruiter of the Year 2017. Ranked #1 of 500.
- District Medical Officer Recruiter of the Year 2017, 2016, and 2013. Ranked #1 of 10.
- District Medical Officer Reserve Recruiter of the Year 2015.
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist- Physician and Provider Recruiter
VISN 16 / Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System
03.2023 - 10.2024
Business Development Specialist / Clinical Skills Instructor
University of South Alabama Simulation Program
02.2021 - 03.2023
Healthcare Recruiter- U.S Navy Medical, Nursing and Allied Health
Gulf Coast Region
06.2010 - 11.2020
Veteran Talent Acquisition Manager
U.S. Navy Recruiting Command, Gulf Coast Region
02.1998 - 06.2010
Registered Nurse - Outpatient Surgery-Pain Management
Springhill Medical Center
03.1997 - 02.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Associates Degree of Science - Nursing
Jefferson Davis College
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