Alicia Hutchins
College Station,TX
Summary
Strategic Human Resources leader skilled in enhancing organizational performance through effective talent acquisition and employee engagement initiatives. Collaborates with senior leadership to implement compliance strategies and retention programs, resulting in improved workforce stability and a more inclusive workplace environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Director
CHI St. Joseph Health Rehabilitation Hospital an affiliate of Encompass Health
Bryan, TX
01.2014 - Current
- Served as a strategic business partner to executive leadership, providing guidance on workforce planning, policy interpretation, and organizational development.
- Directed all human resources functions including recruitment, retention, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, staffing, and compliance initiatives.
- Led employee engagement and retention initiatives that improved workforce stability and organizational performance.
- Managed employee relations matters including investigations, coaching, corrective actions, and conflict resolution.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and organizational employment regulations while managing HR policies and procedures.
- Oversaw recruitment activities, onboarding processes, and staffing strategies.
- Managed workers' compensation programs and return-to-work processes, ensuring effective employee injury case management.
- Collaborated with department leaders to identify training opportunities, enhancing professional development programs aligned with organizational needs.
- Supported an inclusive workplace culture through diversity initiatives and employee education programs.
- Developed HR metrics and reports for executive leadership and governance bodies, supporting data-driven decision-making.
- Administered employee benefits and leave programs.
- Maintained employee records and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Assisted leadership with succession planning and talent development initiatives.
- Delivered HR training programs for supervisors and employees.
Benefits Manager
CHI St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital
Bryan, TX
01.2013 - 08.2016
- Managed employee benefits programs and policies for healthcare staff.
- Coordinated enrollment processes for health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Advised employees on benefits eligibility and coverage details.
- Provided guidance and support to employees regarding their benefits packages.
- Developed communication materials to educate staff on benefit options.
- Conducted training sessions to enhance staff understanding of benefits offerings.
- Led classes for new and existing employees to outline benefits choices.
- Coordinated open enrollment periods by creating timelines, developing materials, scheduling meetings.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from employees regarding their benefit plans or eligibility status.
- Managed vendor relationships with third-party providers of benefits services.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Communications
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX08-1993
Skills
- Human Resources Leadership
- Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Employee relations
- Labor relations
- Regulatory compliance
- HR Policies & Procedures
- Compensation & Staffing Management
- Healthcare Human Resources
- Employee Engagement
- Diversity inclusion
- Performance Management
- Employee Safety Program Management
- HRIS Systems
- Workforce analytics
- Leadership Coaching
- Communication
Accomplishments
- YOY Increase Performance Engagement participation (Top in Region and Company)
- YOY Increase Performance Engagement Favorability (Top in Region)
- Successful Joint Commission Surveys - Triennial and Disease Specific with no findings
Timeline
Human Resources Director
CHI St. Joseph Health Rehabilitation Hospital an affiliate of Encompass Health
01.2014 - Current
Benefits Manager
CHI St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital
01.2013 - 08.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Communications
Texas A&M University