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Laura Van Winkle

Alvarado,TX

Summary

Experienced HR Executive with over 20 years of proven track record in human resources leadership and organizational development. Skilled in persuasive communication and effective team management, consistently driving positive results. Possesses a deep understanding of labor and employment law, showcasing strong business acumen.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Director of Human Resources

PRIME HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC.
07.2020 - Current
  • Serve as a key member of the Regional Leadership Team and Senior HR Leader
  • Manage a team of 40 HR Professionals to foster a unified, mission-driven, value-based culture
  • Identify areas for function centralization, shared staffing, and best practices
  • Provide expert consultation on CBA administration and negotiations for CA facilities and successful union avoidance campaigns
  • 1st and 2nd Chair Negotiator for collective bargaining negotiations.
  • Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws by staying up-to-date on evolving regulations and updating company policies accordingly.

Adjunct Faculty, BS HRM Program

SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
06.2022 - Current
  • Develop, deliver, and review course materials and syllabi
  • Create an inclusive environment where students feel comfortable participating and learning
  • Prepare students for assessments and provide meaningful performance feedback.
  • Provided individualized instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring each student''s success in the course material.

Director of Human Resources

SHASTA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
02.2018 - 07.2020
  • Orchestrated daily HR functions supporting over 1,000 employees with one HR Generalist and served as the HR Business Partner for Senior Leadership and union employees
  • Decreased turnover from 33.7% overall/34.2% RN in 2018 to 5.1% overall/5.7% RN through June 2020
  • Chief negotiator (1st Chair) on two, new collective bargaining agreements and a successful union avoidance campaign for one employee group.
  • Managed the onboarding process, providing new hires with necessary tools for success from day one.

Manager Human Resources

UC DAVIS HEALTH
10.2015 - 02.2018
  • Served as primary HR Business Partner for department leaders, supervisors, faculty, and staff for the School of Emergency Medicine and the Level I Adult & Pediatric Trauma Center - Emergency Department
  • Developed metric reports to measure KPIs within Emergency Department that were not previously captured
  • Reduced turnover rates through targeted retention strategies and improved workplace culture.

Human Resources

SUTTER HEALTH
08.2005 - 10.2015
  • Created and generated reports on the effectiveness of KPIs for the Center of Expertise (COE)
  • Executed HR metrics reports as defined by HR COE
  • Assisted facilities with Joint Commission survey readiness.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
  • Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
  • Ensured legal compliance by staying current on employment laws, regulations, and best practices in human resources management.
  • Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
  • Collaborated with managers and human resources in building talented teams dedicated to customer satisfaction.
  • Worked collaboratively with human resources personnel to establish organizational objectives and strategies while promoting performance and productivity improvements.

Education

Masters of Jurisprudence - Labor And Employment Law

Tulane University
New Orleans, LA

Bachelor of Science - Business Studies With Human Resource Management

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH

Skills

  • Change Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Employment Law Expertise
  • Field & Corporate Office Collaboration
  • High-Performing Talent Acquisition
  • Integrated Disability Management Strategist
  • Labor Relations & CBA Negotiation
  • Performance Compensation Programs
  • Strategic Human Resources Planning
  • Succession Planning & Development
  • Training, Development & Facilitation

Timeline

Adjunct Faculty, BS HRM Program

SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
06.2022 - Current

Regional Director of Human Resources

PRIME HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC.
07.2020 - Current

Director of Human Resources

SHASTA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
02.2018 - 07.2020

Manager Human Resources

UC DAVIS HEALTH
10.2015 - 02.2018

Human Resources

SUTTER HEALTH
08.2005 - 10.2015

Masters of Jurisprudence - Labor And Employment Law

Tulane University

Bachelor of Science - Business Studies With Human Resource Management

Southern New Hampshire University

Certifications / Affiliations

  • Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) - HR Certification Institute
  • Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) Member
  • National Society of Leadership and Success - National Engaged Leader Award
  • Certified PROSCI Change Management Practitioner
  • Certified Development Dimensions International (DDI) Trainer

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