Adriana Bjerke, PHR - SHRM CP

Experience

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  Strategic Staffing Solutions

  Aug 2005 - Dec 2007

  Classic Cabinets Onsite Manager

  Employment Specialist/Recruiter: Conducted and documented extensive interviews on applicants seeking employment; established, promoted and documented communications between employer and employee to ensure maximum proficiency and curtail turn over, conducted brief background checks to include criminal history and drug testing.Delivered Results:• On site manager for Client Company employing an average of 75 personnel; handled payroll, attendance and problem resolution.

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  CCAM Enterprises,LLC

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2013

  HR Manager

  Human Resources Manager: Efficiently performed all functions related to Human resources including benefits administration, worker’s compensation benefits, payroll administration, performance management, recruiting, training, and staff development. Paid diligent attention to staff relation matters and employee needs. Delivered Results:• Researched and presented findings to senior management that resulted in changing safety policies and implementing new ones. Developed and delivered training programs on all topics related to company policies and safety to ensure compliance with Labor Laws and OSHA as well as achieving an EMOD of 0.67• Coached and counseled associates to consistently maintain standards and exceed corporate expectations. Show less

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  Senior Benefits Insurance Services

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2013

  Medicare Supplement Insurance Agent

  Represented several carriers while assisting Medicare eligible individuals choose the best coverage through a needs analysis.

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  Synergy Staffing

  Jan 2013 - Feb 2015

  HR Manager/ Senior Coordinator

  Maintained office services by organizing operations, creating and implementing policies and procedures; as well as assigning and monitoring clerical functions. Completed operational requirements to include managing the Worker Compensations program and Unemployment claims.Delivered Results:• Improved customer satisfaction and client retention. Experienced in the mediation process and OSHA investigations. Steadily improved company’s EMOD from 1.37 in 2012 to 1.05 in 2014. Coached and mentored the team through the transition of a new office system while implementing new protocols regarding mass communication and recruitment of associates. Show less

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  Medsource Home Medical

  Feb 2015 - Apr 2017

  HR Manager

  Strategic business partner responsible for the overall management of the human resource systems and practices providing counsel on procedure and policy interpretation while supporting the organization's mission, vision and values. Manage all human resource functions for corporate and multiple subordinate companies with offices in 5 different states and a work force exceeding 250 employees; experienced in Federal, state and local employment laws. Establish rapport and serve as a liaison for multiple benefit carriers and their brokers. Advise executive staff in matters of compliance and employee relations.Delivered Results:• Completed a Summary Plan Description or SPD Wrap, which is the main vehicle for communicating plan rights and obligations to participants and beneficiaries for ERISA compliance for all 4 divisions.• Standardized recruitment and selection practices to ensure interview and selection techniques are in compliance with organization policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws and regulations. Show less

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  Granger Medical Clinic

  Apr 2017 - Aug 2019

  Responsible for counseling and coaching managers and employees on complex and sensitive personnel issues as well as manage intricate and challenging HR projectsin a cross-function environment. Lead change management efforts to foster the effective adoption of evolving organization strategies, processes, and programs. Ensure uniform and equitable application of policies and practices. Actively identifies gaps, propose and implement changes necessary to cover risk and minimize company exposure to liability.Delivered Results:• Implemented processes to ensure compliance with all local laws and regulations including E-Verify, FMLA, ADA and WC guidelines.• Key player in the implementation and overall management of a new human resource and time tracking systems.• Built a strong business relationship with the internal client by connecting with all levels of employees by improving work environments while providing feedback to leadership.• Improved and implemented the onboarding process, by updating the New HireOrientation, conduct onboard training and presentations ensuring a seamless experience into their work environment. Show less

  • HR Manager

    Jun 2017 - Aug 2019

  • HR Supervisor Business Partner

    Apr 2017 - Jun 2017
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  D & D Management Group, LLC

  Sept 2019 - Feb 2022

  Human Resources
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  Merit Medical Systems, Inc.

  Feb 2022 - now

  • Human Resources Generalist II

    Aug 2024 - now

  • Benefits & Wellness Specialist

    Feb 2022 - now