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Porter, MBA
Hobart, IN 46342
219-793-4241 krnkporter@comcast.net
Well-educated, holding an MBA with an emphasis in human resource management (HRM) and
over 20 years experience in areas such as Compensation Administration, Benefits,
Recruitment and Retention, Employee Relations, and Compliance. Consult with managers of
nursing, facilities, administration, and medicine to determine appropriate strategies for best
HRM outcomes. Increase employee satisfaction, morale, and productivity by answering
questions and resolving problems. Searching for a position that will continue to challenge me
and allow me to help the organization grow and improve.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Employee Engagement Human Resource Business Partner
Team Management Solutions Advice Cost Reduction Leadership
Strategic Planning and Achievement Employee Self-Service Communication Channels
Staff Recruitment and Training Opportunity Identification Management
Multi-location Businesses Healthcare, Hospitals JCAHO Requirements
EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
VIBRA HOSPITAL, Fort Wayne, IN
2010 Present
VIBRA HOSPITAL, Crown Point, IN
Vibra is a leader in the field of acute rehabilitation and long term acute care hospitalization.
Director of Human Resources
Lead and guide human resources for two hospitals, including Recruitment & Retention,
Employee Relations, Wage and Salary Administration, Benefit Administration and Strategic
Planning.
Filled positions quickly at acquisition which enabled the hospital to be near capacity
within months.
Dramatically reduced workers compensation claims and dollars by establishing an
employee injury Performance Improvement (PI) team.
Reduced turnover by more than 10% while maintaining high standards.
REGENCY HOSPITAL COMPANY, East Chicago, IN
2007 - 2010
REGENCY HOSPITAL COMPANY, Portage, IN
Specialized acute care hospital that promotes recovery from the most critical and complex
medical and surgical conditions.
Director of Human Resources
Strategically led human resource functions for two hospitals including: Recruitment &
Retention, Employee Relations, Wage and Salary Administration, Benefit Administration and
Strategic Planning.
Increased employee satisfaction by instituting an open door policy for HR and
administration and on-boarding and exit surveys and employee satisfaction committee.
Decreased time-to-fill positions and consistently kept open positions to a minimum.
KAREN A. PORTER
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