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Ukeba K. Henry II

Mantua

Summary

Strategic HR leader with extensive experience in employee relations, compliance, talent development, and organizational effectiveness within healthcare, technology, and logistics sectors. Known for partnering with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with business goals while fostering DEI, engagement, and retention strategies. Skilled in leveraging HR analytics and systems to drive data-informed decisions and operational excellence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Business Partner

Penn Medicine Princeton Health
02.2024 - Current
  • Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding for all new hires across Princeton Health, ensuring policy compliance and seamless integration.
  • Manage employee walk-in HR support, resolving inquiries with professionalism and empathy.
  • Lead employee relations investigations, addressing grievances, disputes, and performance concerns to ensure fair, timely resolutions.
  • Partner with managers to maintain certification and licensing compliance, overseeing corrective actions when necessary.
  • Collaborate with benefits teams and third-party vendors to manage LOA requests, accommodations, and benefits inquiries.
  • Collaborate closely with Compensation to review internal equity and ensure fair and consistent pay practices for new hires, transfers, and promotional increases.
  • Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends to inform retention and engagement strategies.
  • Partner with leadership on succession planning and talent development initiatives.
  • Committee & Program Leadership: Sit on the Nursing Assistant Scholarship Committee, overseeing scholarship processes to enhance career advancement opportunities.
  • Float Program Implementation: Designed and launched a float program for surgical services to enhance staffing flexibility and coverage.
  • Career Pathway Development: Partnered with leadership to build career pathways for Surgical Technicians, supporting pipeline development and employee growth.
  • Executive Talent Development: Led talent development conversations with executive leaders to identify high-potential staff and future leaders, aligning with organizational succession planning.
  • Oversee DEI initiatives by organizing educational events, committee meetings, and programs to foster an inclusive culture.

Human Resources Manager

Genesis Healthcare
02.2023 - 01.2024
  • Managed full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and orientation, improving operational readiness and employee experience.
  • Guided leaders on effective performance management, coaching, and retention strategies.
  • Oversaw FMLA, ADA, and WC leave administration while supporting employees with benefits and leave processes.
  • Led employee relations investigations, ensuring fair, consistent corrective action to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Facilitated employee engagement initiatives to support retention and cultural improvements.
  • Ensured payroll process compliance while maintaining accurate documentation aligned with labor laws.
  • Took a lead role in maintaining and growing facility census by engaging directly with prospective patients and their families.
  • Conducted personalized tours of the healthcare center to highlight key services, amenities, and care options, effectively communicating value and fostering trust.
  • Verified insurance coverage and eligibility to ensure a smooth admission process and financial clarity for incoming residents.

Human Resources Business Partner

Revolent Group
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Managed HR operations across the US and Canada, ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Supported global HR strategies and initiatives to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.
  • Provided HR analytics and reporting to leadership, informing workforce planning and retention efforts.
  • Managed onboarding and employee lifecycle processes, analyzing attrition data for HR improvements.
  • Delivered HR system training to enable effective use of HRIS tools.
  • Met with benefit brokers to negotiate packages.
  • Led severance discussions and negotiations.
  • Led organizational restructuring efforts following severance initiatives.

Human Resources Partner

Amazon
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Conducted investigations into employee relations matters, including harassment and workplace disputes, ensuring fair and consistent resolution.
  • Improved I-9 compliance through proactive auditing and reverification processes.
  • Launched mental health and wellness initiatives, promoting employee well-being and engagement.
  • Delivered HR training to new managers, supporting compliance and employee engagement.
  • Partnered with recruiting and safety teams to enhance onboarding and policy adherence.

Administrative Assistant

Pressley Home Healthcare
01.2020 - 02.2021
  • Managed invoicing, billing, and accurate payroll processing, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
  • Maintained confidential client and employee records with a commitment to HIPAA compliance.
  • Assisted with recruitment sourcing and scheduling, contributing to staffing needs.
  • Provided professional phone support and schedule coordination to enhance operational flow.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Business Administration

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

Skills

  • Kronos
  • ADP
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • HRIS & ATS Management
  • Data Analytics & Reporting
  • Machine Learning (AI) Applications in HR
  • Policy Implementation
  • Retention Strategies
  • Employee Relations
  • Strategic Planning
  • Organizational Development
  • Diversity & Inclusion

Timeline

Human Resources Business Partner

Penn Medicine Princeton Health
02.2024 - Current

Human Resources Manager

Genesis Healthcare
02.2023 - 01.2024

Human Resources Business Partner

Revolent Group
04.2022 - 01.2023

Human Resources Partner

Amazon
03.2021 - 04.2022

Administrative Assistant

Pressley Home Healthcare
01.2020 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Business Administration

East Carolina University

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