Nikia Terry

Detail-oriented HR professional with over 5 years of experience in recruitment, onboarding, and HR operations. Proven ability to manage end-to-end hiring processes, develop skills assessments, and ensure pre-employment compliance. Skilled in HRIS, ServiceNow, and Microsoft Suite, with a strong focus on stakeholder management and process improvement. Eager to leverage expertise in HR administration and employee support to contribute to Stefanini's operational excellence.

SR HR Associate - Wellstar - Marietta

(2021-03 - 2026-02)

• Generated comprehensive reports and dynamic dashboards by analyzing HR data to identify key trends and provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
• Spearheaded end-to-end research initiatives to evaluate and enhance hiring and onboarding processes, focusing on effectiveness, efficiency, and optimal user experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Developed, launched, and maintained robust skills assessments to support scalable, data-driven hiring decisions, applying psychometric methods to ensure validity and fairness.
• Ensured the meticulous completion of all pre-employment requirements, including background checks, I-9 verification, and benefits enrollment.
• Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize research projects and translate findings into actionable strategies for talent acquisition and onboarding optimization.
• Partnered closely with HR Business Partners to implement strategic programs, policies, and initiatives impacting employees across the organization.
• Managed and resolved all service tickets through ServiceNow, ensuring efficient incident resolution and high-quality employee care.
• Created new roles in collaboration with hiring leaders and executives to address critical hospital staffing needs by department.

HR Administrative Assistant - Macys - Dunwoody

(2019-05 - 2021-03)

• Served as the primary point of contact for onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring timely completion of documentation and accurate orientation scheduling for new and departing employees.
• Provided comprehensive general administrative support, including managing correspondence, maintaining filing systems, and overseeing inventory of supplies.
• Managed HRIS and internal databases, diligently updating employee records and processing all changes related to hires and employee status.
• Assisted with biweekly payroll preparation by collecting and verifying data pertaining to absences, bonuses, and leave entitlements.
• Supported recruitment activities through efficient candidate screening, streamlined interview coordination, and thorough preparation of new hire materials.

Bachelor's Degree - Kaplan University Ft. Lauderdale