KAYLYN MEREDITH
Chaminade College Preparatory
THOUSAND OAKS,CALIFORNIA
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Goal-oriented Human Resources executive with demonstrated success partnering with senior leadership to align HR strategies, initiative and goals to support company business objectives. Proven expertise in driving efficiency and productivity through evaluation of management systems and implementation of process improvements. Key competencies include
Work History
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
3 Years 9 Months- Provide leadership and responsibility for all aspects of the Human Resources Department including supervision and evaluation of assigned staff, management and oversight of operations, employee relations, policy development and compliance with federal and state laws.
- Directed all HR functions to achieve department objectives:
- Developed and delivered training and management development programs to enhance employee skills and leadership capabilities.
- Identified and provided overall training and management development programs
- Reviewed, revised and restructured the position structures, compensation and timekeeping programs for compliance with FLSA.
- Interpreted policies and regulations to employees, established uniform and consistent application of employment policies;
- Investigated causes of disputes and grievances and recommended corrective action
- Reviewed and restructured position structures, compensation, and timekeeping programs to ensure compliance with FLSA standards.
SR. DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
6 Years- Planned/developed the HR program, strategies and established the method for implementation. Developed department goals and objectives, and established/implemented policies and procedures for department operation.
- Managed/integrated the various functions of the department including compensation, benefits, employment, employee relations, training, employee health and Joint Commission.
- Identified and implemented training and management development programs to enhance employee skills and leadership capabilities
- Identified and provided overall training and management development programs
- Fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organization
- Interpreted policies and regulations to employees, established uniform and consistent application of employment policies and partnered with department heads and supervisors to discuss improvement of working relationships and conditions.
- Investigated causes of disputes and grievances and recommended corrective action
- Investigated disputes and grievances, recommending corrective actions to resolve issues and improve workplace relations
- Reviewed salary incentive and premium programs for cost effectiveness and structure
- Reviewed and restructured salary incentive and premium programs to align with organizational budget and compensation strategies
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
1 Year- Planned/developed the HR program, strategies and established the method for implementation. Developed department goals and objectives, and established/implemented policies and procedures for department operation.
- Developed techniques and procedures for recruitment, retention, orientation, and training to enhance workforce stability
- Fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organization
- Identified and implemented comprehensive training and management development programs to strengthen organizational leadership
- Developed/implemented essential function job description that applies Department of Labor definitions
- Implemented a functional capacity assessment program for new hires and the return-to-work program
- Managed/integrated the various functions of the department including compensation, benefits, employment, employee relations, training, labor relations, employee health and Joint Commission.
- Developed and recommended department operating and capital budgets and ensured the department operated within the budget.
- Ensured the HR department met all Joint Commission standards and criteria.
- Interpreted hospital policies and regulations to employees, established uniform and consistent application of employment policies and partnered with department heads and supervisors to discuss improvement of working relationships and conditions.
- Investigated causes of disputes and grievances and recommended corrective action
- Reviewed, revised and restructured the position structures, compensation and timekeeping programs for compliance with FLSA.
- Reviewed and restructured salary incentive and premium programs for compliance with industry standards and budgetary efficiency
- Significantly reduced FMLA by enforcing the federal laws and training all management.
Vice President Human Resources
5 Years- Planned/developed the HR program, strategies and established the method for implementation. Developed department goals and objectives, and established/implemented policies and procedures for department operation.
- Developed techniques and procedures for recruitment, retention, orientation, and training, enhancing the overall employee experience.
- Fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organization
- Identified and provided overall training and management development programs
- Developed/implemented essential function job description that applies Department of Labor definitions
- Implemented a functional capacity assessment program for new hires and the return-to-work program
- Managed and integrated department functions including compensation, benefits, employee relations, training, labor relations, employee health, and compliance with Joint Commission standards.
- Developed and recommended department operating and capital budgets and ensured the department operated within the budget.
- Ensured the HR department met all Joint Commission standards and criteria.
- Interpreted hospital policies and regulations to employees, established uniform and consistent application of employment policies and partnered with department heads and supervisors to discuss improvement of working relationships and conditions.
- Negotiated union contracts, ensuring favorable terms that aligned with organizational goals and employee needs.
- Investigated causes of disputes and grievances and recommended corrective action
- Reviewed, revised and restructured the position structures, compensation and timekeeping programs for compliance with FLSA.
- Significantly reduced FMLA by enforcing the federal laws and training all management.
Human Resources Manager
4 Years- Directed the planning, organization and development of all aspects of the compensation, benefits and employee health functions of the medical center.
- Structured and implemented programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation structures, benefits packages, incentives and worker’s compensation.
- Reviewed salary incentive and premium programs for cost effectiveness and structure, resulting in elimination of the shift bid incentive program.
- Restructured position structures, compensation, and timekeeping programs to ensure compliance with FLSA.
- Provided training on compensation and benefits, leaves of absence, workers’ compensation, and workplace safety/security to enhance employee understanding and compliance.
- Implemented a new hire functional capacity assessment process.
- Successfully implemented the Lawson HRIS and RESPOND!
Director / Associate Administrator
5 Years- Developed and directed the human resource, payroll, employee health, maintenance, and food service department of the medical center.
- Member of the senior management team and the board of directors for the facility.
- Facilitated the monthly board of director human resource and facility management meetings.
- Restructured health benefit program from self-funded trust to fully insured, enhancing organizational financial stability.
- Submitted requests for proposal to insurance companies, reviewed the proposals/bids and provided the board of directors with the selected group contract information for approval.
- Submitted requests for proposals to vendors for facility equipment including generators and ovens. Reviewed proposals and recommended equipment based on cost analysis.
- Ensured compliance with all State and Federal regulations for human resources, payroll, employee health, maintenance, and food service in an acute care facility.
- Restructured departments for cost-effectiveness and optimized resource utilization.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
BS - Business Administration
Skills
HR policies
Employment Law
Workplace regulations
Regulatory Compliance
Joint Commission Standards
Staffing / Recruitment
Benefits Administration
Employee Relations
Training & Development
Performance Management
Organizational Development
HRIS Technologies
HR software expertise
Certification
- SPHR Certification – Society of Human Resource Management SHRM
- Richard Simmons Seminars in Wage and Hour for the State of California / 2025
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Chaminade College Preparatory
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
SR. DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Regal Medical Group
01.2017 - 01.2023Read More
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Promise Hospital of East Los Angeles / Suburban
01.2016 - 01.2017Read More
Vice President Human Resources
HCA Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2014Read More
Human Resources Manager
HCA Wesley Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2009Read More
Director / Associate Administrator
South Central Kansas Regional Medical Center
01.2000 - 01.2005Read More
Fort Hays State University
BS from Business Administration
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University of Phoenix
MBA from Business Administration
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HCA
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