Ronnie Lewis
Downey
Summary
Dynamic Senior Travel Nurse Recruiter at Epic Staffing Group with a proven track record of generating $1.2 million in annual revenue. Expert in recruitment strategies and negotiation, fostering strong relationships with candidates and clients alike. Recognized for innovative marketing campaigns and enhancing candidate experiences, driving successful placements and retention.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Travel Nurse Recruiter
Epic Staffing Group
El Segundo
04.2015 - Current
- Assisted medical professionals through the recruiting process
- Created effective marketing campaigns
- Generated new business through personal/professional referrals
- Averaged between 5- 10 submittals per week
- Averaged two to 3 placements per week.
- Generated between $100k-$250k in revenue per quarter
- Booked over 1.2 million dollars/year
- Communicated client needs with Account Managers and Compliance Coordinators
- Assisted Payroll with Timesheets and Reimbursement Forms
- Assisted Medical Professionals with affordable housing in desired locations
- Coordinated company events and assisted with a variety of reward programs
- Advertised and promoted open positions using social media and digital marketing procedures.
- Worked with senior leadership to develop comprehensive recruitment strategies for long-term implementation.
- Reviewed employment applications, candidate backgrounds, skills, compensation needs and other qualifications.
- Advised management on organizing, preparing or implementing recruiting or retention programs.
- Assisted with the onboarding process for new hires.
- Updated applicant tracking systems regularly by entering information about new hires or terminated employees.
- Acted as a brand ambassador, promoting the company's values and culture to potential candidates.
- Scheduled regular check-ins with existing Travel Nurses to address any concerns or complaints about their assignments.
- Maintained communication with hiring managers to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new hires.
- Fostered relationships with hiring managers to understand departmental hiring needs.
- Analyzed employment-related data and prepared reports.
- Read, analyzed, and interpreted various internal and external documents and reports.
- Negotiated salary and benefits packages with candidates.
- Facilitated job application processes for qualified candidates.
- Created job offers based on candidate qualifications and negotiated terms of employment with successful applicants.
- Developed job descriptions and posted open positions on various websites and social media platforms.
- Updated and maintained candidate records in the recruitment database.
- Identified qualified Travel Nurses through recruiting databases, internet searches, job boards, referrals, and other sources.
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Provided a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
- Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
- Developed and implemented innovative recruiting strategies to attract diverse talent.
- Negotiated competitive compensation packages with prospective candidates based on their experience level and location preferences.
- Resolved conflicts between current employees over scheduling or other issues that could affect productivity levels.
- Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted initial phone screens and coordinated interview schedules with hiring managers.
- Provided guidance to Travel Nurses on compliance issues related to licensure requirements in different states.
Talent Producer
Bunim Murray Productions
02.2014 - 11.2015
- Booking talent travel, transportation and accommodations
- Strong background in client and talent relations
- Coordinated cast wardrobe and catering needs with production
- Coordinated runs and attended to the daily needs of the cast
- Provided Field Producers with requested materials
- Excellent organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
- Recognized for extensively improving production office systems and processes
- Provided healthy communication between Producers and Cast
Associate Producer
Bunim Murray Productions
07.2013 - 11.2014
- Created 'Pitch Decks' for Network Executives
- Assisted in casting sessions
- Conducted interviews with potential cast members
- Created cast and crew callsheets for various projects
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong background in client relations
- Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
- In-depth working knowledge of relevant computer applications
- Solid experience in implementing office policies and procedures
- Excellent organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
- Recognized for extensively improving office systems and processes
- Adept at proactive problem-solving and follow through
- Organize functions and events
SALES ASSOCIATE
UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT S.A.
06.2002 - 08.2013
- Presented a variety new and innovated computer programs at various trade shows
- Assisted in retail management training of new computer software
- Assisted with pre-order sales
Associate Producer
International Special attractions LLC
06.2009 - 08.2012
- Assisted producers with project submissions
- Assisted with booking talent and scheduling shoots
- Scheduled meeting with current and potential clients
- Planned and arranged travel itineraries
- Handled incoming calls and correspondence
- Processed invoices and prepared payments
Sales Associate
Heidelburg Engineering
02.2009 - 11.2009
- Presented new products at AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology) as well as other trade shows
- Facilitated group meetings with sales associates and existing/potential clients
Production Coordinator
Lechago Films
10.2004 - 06.2009
- Organizing travel arrangements for cast, crew and production executives
- Typing and distributing schedules and call sheets
- Assisting cast members, and at times coordinated errand runs for them
- Coordinated errand runs between the production office and other departments
- Created Purchase Orders for the production office
- Scheduled production equipment pick up and returns
- Coordinated crew meals during production
- Managed a crew of up to 20 Production Assistants
Instructor
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
08.2002 - 06.2004
- Instructed 3rd Grade curriculum
- Designed programs to meet academic, intellectual, and social needs of students
- Instructed ELD, Math in Low/High-level phases, Science, Social Studies, and Technology
- Assessed student performance through cumulative records, student/teacher conferencing, peer evaluation
Education
B.A. -
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OhioSkills
- E-recruit
- LumaFusion Media Composer
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- MAC Proficient
- Internet
- Social Media
- Podcast Creation
- Typing (45wpm)
- Multi-line phone systems
- All standard office equipment
- Heavy travel planning
- Event planning
- On and off-site meeting arrangements
- Recruitment strategies
- Candidate screening
- Negotiation skills
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Marketing
- Industry expertise
- Public speaking
- Recruitment marketing
- Social media recruiting
- Outbound calling
- Candidate selection
- Pre-screening candidates
- Administrative support
- Contract negotiation
- Resume scanning
Affiliations
Business Development Partner, VR Gaming Gurus
Collaborated with my son to develop and implement business strategies for his YouTube channel, resulting in [desirable outcome, ie. increased subscribers, views, and potential sponsorship.
Managed channel operations, including content planning, scheduling, and optimization
Fostered partnerships with other creators to expand the channel's reach and influence
Freelance Video Editor (2020-Present)
Edited Instagram and YouTube videos for various content creators, including long-form and short-form content
Utilized expertise in video editing software to deliver high-quality, engaging content that met clients' needs and exceeded their expectations
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Travel Nurse Recruiter
Epic Staffing Group
04.2015 - Current
Talent Producer
Bunim Murray Productions
02.2014 - 11.2015
Associate Producer
Bunim Murray Productions
07.2013 - 11.2014
Associate Producer
International Special attractions LLC
06.2009 - 08.2012
Sales Associate
Heidelburg Engineering
02.2009 - 11.2009
Production Coordinator
Lechago Films
10.2004 - 06.2009
Instructor
Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
08.2002 - 06.2004
SALES ASSOCIATE
UBISOFT ENTERTAINMENT S.A.
06.2002 - 08.2013
B.A. -
The Ohio State University
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