Human Resources professional with 14+ years of experience in HR operations, employee relations, and project leadership. Experienced in planning and executing complex HR projects, compensation studies, organizational restructures, and employee engagement initiatives. Expert in working cross-functionally with legal, finance, and C-suite leadership to align HR strategies with business goals. Recognized for strong communication, stakeholder collaboration, and a people-first approach that aligns HR strategies with business goals.
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Amanda Wright
Wheaton,MD
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
MedStar Health
HR Business Partner
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Managed HR project timelines and deliverables across legal, talent acquisition, and executive teams.
- Redesigned the business justification process used by four hospitals to streamline equity reviews, restructures, and job reclassifications.
- Provided executive coaching on performance, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution strategies.
- Lead the workforce development project by leading meetings, developing, and initiating plans to hire and retain healthcare talent.
Johns Hopkins Medicine
Senior HR Business Partner
11.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Led change management efforts, ensuring smooth transitions during mergers and acquisitions.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Led compensation project with Mercer to align nursing salaries with market standards.
- Managed employee engagement surveys, led focus groups, and provided actionable reports to senior leadership.
- Trained leaders on HR policies and managed employee/labor relations for 300+ staff.
Sava Senior Care
Area HR Manager
05.2019 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Oversaw HR strategy for five facilities and led a team of five HR coordinators/schedulers.
- Conducted workplace investigations, implemented pay structures, and advised on hiring decisions.
ABM Healthcare
HR Coordinator/Generalist
02.2018 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Managed HR operations for 500+ union/non-union employees across multi-state regions.
- Processed FMLA/LOA requests, facilitated union grievances, facilitated the onboarding process, and advised on employee relations.
HMSHost Corporation
HR Generalist
02.2016 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Supervised an HR team supporting 800+ union employees.
- Managed ADA accommodations, performance reviews, department restructures, and labor compliance efforts.
Kindred Healthcare
HR Coordinator
07.2014 - 02.2016
Job overview
- Audited 400+ personnel records, conducted onboarding/exit interviews, and led open enrollment projects
Aerotek: Recruiting And Staffing
HR Associate
08.2011 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Processed payroll for 300+ contractors; managed HRIS data input and compliance tracking.
Education
City University of SeattleSeattle, WA
MBA from Human Resources
06-2015
University Overview
Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Arts from Advertising
05-2009
University Overview
Skills
- HR Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Employee Relations
- Compensation & Classification
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- FMLA, ADA, EEO Compliance
- Change Management
- HRIS Systems: PeopleSoft, SAP, SuccessFactors, JDXpert, Salesforce, LMS
- Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate)
- SharePoint
Timeline
HR Business Partner
MedStar Health
08.2022 - Current
Senior HR Business Partner
Johns Hopkins Medicine
11.2021 - 08.2022
Area HR Manager
Sava Senior Care
05.2019 - 11.2021
HR Coordinator/Generalist
ABM Healthcare
02.2018 - 05.2019
HR Generalist
HMSHost Corporation
02.2016 - 08.2017
HR Coordinator
Kindred Healthcare
07.2014 - 02.2016
HR Associate
Aerotek: Recruiting And Staffing
08.2011 - 07.2014
City University of Seattle
MBA from Human Resources
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts from Advertising
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