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• Lead HR operations for a multi-state network of assisted living facilities and a skilled nursing center, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. • Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and initiatives to support employee engagement, retention, and compliance. • Collaborate with facility leadership to address staffing needs, drive talent acquisition strategies, and provide training and development opportunities. • Foster a positive workplace culture by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and resolving employee relations issues. • Serve as a trusted advisor to management on HR matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution. • Drive continuous improvement efforts in HR processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the organization.

• Directed HR operations for a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, overseeing approximately 150 employees and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. • Led recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives to attract and retain top talent, while implementing strategies to enhance employee satisfaction and engagement. • Managed employee relations, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution, to maintain a positive and productive work environment. • Developed and implemented HR policies, procedures, and programs to support organizational objectives and promote a culture of excellence. • Collaborated with the Regional Human Resources Manager on special projects, providing support, scheduling, and coverage for Human Resources Director openings within assigned centers. • Played a key role in driving operational excellence and promoting a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

Eliminated nursing agency in first 90 daysTracked completion of performance evaluations Ensured confidentiality of all personnel filesMonitored compliance with company policiesAdvised department leads and supervisors on procedures regarding discipline, termination, and policy reviews as per company policyPromoted to Senior HR Director role for Region

• Orchestrated recruiting strategy across a network of over 50 long-term care facilities, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and staffing requirements. • Collaborated with team members from various facilities to evaluate staffing needs and recruitment efforts, leveraging collective insights to optimize talent acquisition processes. • Sourced and provided resources for job boards and recruiting sites, maximizing visibility and attracting top talent to meet hiring goals. • Assisted in crafting advertising and recruitment initiatives, employing targeted approaches to reach potential candidates and promote career opportunities within the organization. • Worked closely with the Human Resources team to develop and execute recruiting campaigns, tailoring strategies to attract candidates with the right skills and experience. • Employed persuasive communication skills to motivate personnel and encourage adoption of recruitment recommendations based on industry best practices and economic trends, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in talent acquisition practices.

• Recruits nurses and other staff members from job fairs, career days, nursing schools, and other potential sources.• Screens, interviews, and recommends qualified applicants, as directed; conducts background and reference checks.• Performs post-employment and exit interviews, as necessary.• Tracks completion of performance evaluations.• Ensures employee personnel files are complete and employee information is kept confidential.• Monitors unemployment claims and participates in associated hearings.• Monitors the disciplinary process for consistency.• Advises department heads and supervisors on proper procedures regarding progressive discipline, termination activity and performance reviews to ensure consistency in policy interpretation and application.

• Recruited nurses and other staff members from job fairs, career days, and nursing schools• Screened, interviewed, and recommends qualified applicants• Performed post-employment and exit interviews• Tracked completion of performance evaluations• Ensured employee personnel files were complete and employee information is kept confidential• Monitored unemployment claims and participated in associated hearings• Supervised the disciplinary process and ensured consistency• Advised department heads and supervisors on proper procedures regarding progressive discipline, termination activity and performance reviews to ensure consistency in policy interpretation and application

Tampa, Florida, Us

Passionate volunteer serving as the Chairman of the Board of Directors at CareerSource Pinellas, a position appointed by the county commissioners. I work collaboratively with a dedicated team of professionals to develop and lead an effective, efficient, and integrated business-driven workforce system. Our goal is to provide comprehensive and responsive services to empower the citizens and business community of Pinellas County. Through strategic planning, governance, and advocacy, we aim to enhance workforce development, foster economic growth, and create sustainable opportunities for success.

Tampa, Florida, Us

-Assess customer needs and recommend the best solutions-Provided customer service to over 25 clients every month.-Generated leads and developed new accounts.

Harrisburg, Pa, Us

-Work cooperatively with Office Team to handle constituent casework;-Draft Official correspondence to constituents, government agencies, elected officials;-Coordinate Outreach events;-Track and monitor legislation;-Conduct Research;-Coordinate special projects;-Attend meetings on behalf of the Representative.

B.S., Public Administration

Liberal Arts