Responsible for candidates through the recruitment cycle acted as the brand ambassador for both Southeast and Integrated HomeCare. Partnered with Directors and Administrators in a collaborative approach to deliver top talent in a timely manner keeping in direct contact to adjust to changing needs in each area. Pioneered many new processes and techniques to capitalize on all talent acquisition tools to keep our company ahead of the competition.

Identifies and recommends recruitment strategies for all assigned open positions and communicates strategy with Account Manager.Develops subject matter expertise in field of focus and builds comprehensive candidate pipelines to support growth initiatives.Influences managers on sourcing strategy to ensure the most cost effective methodology is employed to build candidate pipelines.Screens resumes and applications and conducts in-depth behavioral interviews against a defined set of competencies.Refers most qualified candidates based on assessment and uses feedback to refine assessment methodology.Negotiates internally for approval of all facets of candidate offer package and drafts offer letters for selected candidates.Provides guidance and education to management and associates on WellCare's hiring policies and procedures.Embraces company's internal mobility program and provides policy and procedure guidance to hiring managers and associates.Assists in writing and placing of job advertisementsAssists HR and Compensation in updating job descriptions and market data as needed.Conducts reference checks as requested.Adheres to the company's policies and procedures.Performs other duties as assigned.

Experienced Talent Acquisition Partner responsible for the recruitment for 6 facilities and 24 medical surgical Units filling critical nursing needs. Responsible for full cycle healthcare recruiting to include posting jobs, sourcing applicants, candidate management, validating references, interviewing, scheduling and hiring candidates Lean Human capitol top cortile recruiter rating for two consecutive quarters by hiring managers. Refined transitional nurse program to fill critical needs on desperately understaffed units. Attended national conference represented company to over a 1K in attendance 200 candidate leads. Carried requisition load of over 70 nurses and techs maintained high candidate satisfaction rating.

Champions co-worker engagement by creating, supporting and/or deploying training activities and partners with regional management to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities of HR recruiting staff. Directs human resource management, acts as a mentor/coach in the talent acquisition, staffing and talent management processes for employees. Creates training opportunities to build leadership capabilities, administers overall performance management process ensuring timely station talent training and development. Manages co-worker relations coaches and counsels management and Human Resource recruiting professionals on conflict management and resolution. Acts as dotted line supervisor for up to 7 Human Resources professionals 6 military personnel and 1 civilian in the accession of health professionals to meet Air Force Surgeon General Requirements. Conducts market analysis, establishes effective sourcing techniques, identifies trends and capitalizes on social media, advertising and other creative methods. Assesses employee performance and provides training ensuring proper development of assigned personnel. Manages recruiting activities in a 3-state region; visiting 29 educational institutions and 79 medical facilities

Experienced human healthcare recruiter responsible for the direction of job placement operations for a four state region. Piloted full cycle healthcare recruiting to include posting jobs, sourcing applications, interviewing and hiring candidates, conducting background checks, and providing new hire orientation. Evaluated quality healthcare professionals to meet diversified and critical Air Force health care manning requirements.  Recognized as top healthcare recruiter in 2011 for superior sales and human relations techniques.  Exceeded assigned quotas by 200%, earning Top Nurse Recruiter for two consecutive quarters.  Surpassed Surgeon General's mission requirements by 400%, earning Top Nurse Recruiter of the quarter in fiscal year 2011.