KAY GARNETT, MBA
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SUMMARY
Highly motivated business professional dedicated to continuous process improvement in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Extremely results-oriented and proactive in finding cost-effective solutions to company-wide problems. SKILLS PROFILE
- Process Improvement
- Recruitment and Talent Development
- Vendor Sourcing and Negotiations
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Taleo, Point Click Care, and Social Media EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Benefits Specialist, Central States Funds 2017 2018 Rosemont, IL
- Served as subject matter expert on health and welfare inquires pertaining to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long term disability and Cobra.
- Made recommendations based on data analysis
Director of Admissions, Glenlake Terrace Nursing & Rehab Center 2017 2017 Director of Case Management, Glenlake Terrace Nursing & Rehab Center 2015 2017 Waukegan, IL
- Admissions Director- Developed and implemented plans to increase admissions and ensure that the facility meets its admission, conversion rate and census goals. Maintained and led staff operations, business planning and budget development.
- Case Management Director- Maximized profits for skilled patients which increased profits over 60%. Assessed potential financial risk and liability to maximize profit and reimbursement. Benefits Specialist, Aon Hewitt 2014 2015
Lincolnshire, IL
- Administered employee enrollments and annual updates for benefits plans
- Negotiated plan costs and offerings with plan representatives to secure the best options for employees Medical Review Specialist, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware 2013 2014 Wilmington, DE
- Prepared audit reports that included recommendations for improvement
- Developed an analytical savings plan which saved the company over $44K in claims
- Analyzed financial data and identified customer trends and potential risks Human Resources Manager, Heartfelt Home Health II, LLC 2011 2012 Newark, DE
- Recruited, screened, conducted interviews and hired new talent
- Advised managers on organizational policy matters and recommend needed changes
- Led in ensuring company compliance with government policies EDUCATION
- Masters of Business Administration, Wilmington University, 2014
- Bachelors of Arts – Business Administration, Oakwood University, 2011