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Riia O'Donnell

About Riia O'Donnell

Riia O’Donnell has over 20 year’s hands-on experience in all aspects of the Human Resource function. Beginning as a recruiter, she grew to lead in all areas of HR, including employee training and development, legal compliance, benefits administration, compensation evaluation, and staff management. She has been a contributing writer for a wealth of HR, training, and small business websites for the past 7 years. Connect with Riia on Twitter at @RiiaOD.
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Emotional Intelligence in the Recruitment Game

By Riia O'Donnell - March 28, 2019

Resumes tell us what the person has done and if that were the only criteria for hiring, no one would have to interview. Will they challenge the group or ease comfortably in; will they grow with the position? Do they have the leadership qualities needed to corral the team? Will this innovator who says he loves to think outside the box feel stifled in a structured environment?  Recruiters with strong emotional intelligence understand there’s more to a successful hire than a skills match, they look for traits that will complement the group as well as the candidates.

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Emotional Intelligence in the Recruitment Game

Recruitment Resolutions for 2019

By Riia O'Donnell - April 23, 2019

In an employer market, recruitment is easy, but in today’s candidate market, an impeccable recruitment process is needed to win the war on talent. Resolve to make 2019 a year you focus your recruitment efforts smarter, not harder.

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Recruitment Resolutions for 2019

Succession Plans - Beneficial Across All Categories

By Riia O'Donnell - April 30, 2019

A succession plan guarantees a smooth conversion for patients and the office’s practice. But succession planning isn’t just for private practitioners. Succession plans in large healthcare facilities not only create provisions for the future, they can also be used to attract and retain talent.

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Interview Questions That Get Results

By Riia O'Donnell - May 9, 2019

In today’s difficult market, no healthcare facility can afford to waste time and resources on bad candidates or bad hires. Honing your interview skills can optimize the time you spend and the results they net.

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Interview Questions That Get Results

Interview Answers Revealed

By Riia O'Donnell - June 6, 2019

Even the most common interview question can be revealing, if you take the time to decode how it is answered.

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Interview Answers Revealed

Hospital Turnover in 2018: The Trend Continues

By Riia O'Donnell - June 27, 2019

New data reveals demand for nursing staff and other hospital professionals continues to outpace supply.  For institutions struggling to meet headcount, the numbers are worrisome. Voluntary turnover continues to increase. Competition for talent is also driving turnover, with employee poaching becoming the new norm.

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Hospital Turnover in 2018: The Trend Continues

Practice Interviews: Getting Ready for Success

By Riia O'Donnell - July 11, 2019

Practice interviews are a great way to prepare to meet with a potential employer. When you consider the impression you want to make, do your homework and practice your interview responses; then you’ll be ready to show any recruiter that you’re the right fit for the job and the institution.

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Practice Interviews: Getting Ready for Success

How to Create Job Postings That Stand Out

By Riia O'Donnell - July 25, 2019

Job postings today must outline what you can do for them, and provide insight into the values you hold. When your messaging is clear, you’ll attract talent whose vision for their career aligns exactly with your needs.

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How to Create Job Postings That Stand Out

Six Ways Healthcare Employers Can Support Working Mothers

By Riia O'Donnell - August 8, 2019

Healthcare employers may be in a unique position to offer some of the support and services working mothers need. Here are 6 ways healthcare providers can help.

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6 Ways Healthcare Employers Can Support Working Mothers

Recruitment from Unlikely Sources: Exit Interviews

By Riia O'Donnell - August 22, 2019

Exit interviews may not top the list of HR’s ‘fun things to do,’ but the potential information and opportunities these meetings hold cannot be over emphasized. Take the time to perform them: act on the information you find, and keep the door open for future rehires of top talent.

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Recruitment from Unlikely Sources: Exit Interviews
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