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VASAVI KONDISETTY-PATEL

Charleston,SC

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Human Resource Professional with 20 years of experience. Adept at building trusted partnerships with leaders to deliver innovative HR solutions that enhance employee engagement, optimize performance, and foster a high-performing inclusive culture. Proven track record of implementing HR best practices in fast-paced dynamic environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Business Partner

BLACKBAUD
10.2019 - Current


Human Resources Business Partner, Principal 2021 - Present

Human Resources Business Partner, Senior 2019 - 2021

  • Partner strategically with Sales, Sales Enablement, Sales Operations, and Education Services to align HR initiatives with business objectives, leading to improved team performance.
  • Collaborate with business leaders to understand organizational objectives.
  • Strategically partner with leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with company’s overall business objectives.
  • Play key role in organizational restructuring to ensure workforce alignment with evolving business needs.
  • Develop and implement strategies to minimize resistance and engage employees during transition.
  • Work with leaders to identify, develop, and retain top talent through conversations and talent reviews.
  • Advise leaders on performance management, providing guidance on setting objectives, delivering feedback, and developing performance improvement plans.
  • Leverage employee engagement survey data and work with leadership to create actionable plans that enhance workplace culture and productivity.
  • Collaborate with talent acquisition to refine hiring processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and workforce planning.
  • Use data and analytics to provide insight into management on workforce trends, employee turnover, performance, and other key metrics.
  • Facilitate Insights Discovery sessions to enhance communication strategies, fostering a more collaborative work environment.

Human Resources Business Partner, PRN

HCA, CAPITAL DIVISION
08.2018 - 10.2019
  • Provided HRBP support across multiple HCA facilities, addressing HR service gaps.
  • Analyzed reports in Lawson, HR Analytics, and Business Objects, identifying key trends that informed strategic HR decisions and enhanced operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with division and facility teams to implement HR projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Review division hospital PRN requisitions to ensure that openings fit within division requirements.

Human Resources Business Partner

HCA, JOHNSTON-WILLIS HOSPITAL
04.2015 - 08.2018
  • Partnered with department leaders to implement HR policies and initiatives that supported organizational objectives.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues, providing guidance on conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and compliance investigations.
  • Supported and educated employees and leaders on understanding the shared service HR model, leave of absences programs, payroll issues, and benefit programs.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of Lawson, HR Analytics, and Business Objects reports, leading to data-driven decisions that enhanced department efficiency.
  • Communicate with directors to understand talent needs and staffing strategies to support the success of the organization.
  • Supported talent acquisition by advising on job descriptions, offer evaluations, and recruitment strategies.
  • Support hospital leaders and staff with change management, performance management, and learning and organizational development.
  • Facilitated employee feedback sessions, driving actionable insights that improved employee satisfaction and continuous development initiatives.
  • Implemented employee engagement strategies based on survey data, leading to better overall employee engagement and satisfaction within departments.
  • Assisted in organization and implementation of recognition programs that boosted employee morale and engagement.
  • Partner with compensation COE and VP of HR in determining position pay scales, evaluating yearly increase data, and implementing compensation programs.
  • Fostered strong relationships with division and corporate COE, effectively executing HR strategies that aligned with corporate goals and improved cross-functional collaboration.

Human Resources Generalist

HCA, PARALLON BUSINESS PERFORMANCE GROUP
09.2013 - 04.2015
  • Provided comprehensive HR support, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, and policy implementation.
  • Advised Managers and Directors on recruitment plans and hiring strategies, optimizing candidate selection.
  • Assisted employees in answering benefit and payroll questions, coordinating with HCA’s benefit administrators and payroll department as needed.
  • Collaborated with HR team and Managers to resolve issues during payroll cycles, reducing payroll discrepancies and improving processing time.
  • Managed and updated Lawson records, ensuring accurate data and contributing to the efficiency of HRIS operations.
  • Supported Director of Human Resource in investigating unemployment claims of terminated employees.
  • Ran and analyzed Business Objects reports, providing data-driven insights that improved HR strategy effectiveness and decision-making.
  • Provided expert guidance on Leave of Absence plans for employees and leadership.
  • Reviewed and processed tuition reimbursements for employees.

Human Resources Coordinator

HCA AMBULATORY SURGERY DIVISION
08.2012 - 09.2013
  • Managed onboarding processes, including offer letters, new hire documentation, and orientation.
  • Served as a key resource for employees, addressing HR-related inquiries and providing support.
  • Maintained and updated employee data in LAWSON HRIS database.
  • Ran various ad-hoc reports in LAWSON and Business Objects.
  • Assisted in maintaining and tracking monthly recognition awards.
  • Supported Leave of Absence programs.
  • Supported HR Director in compensation and recruitment activities, ensuring smooth operations and compliance.
  • Conferred with hiring managers regarding candidates, employee start dates, and applicant tracking.
  • Managed the candidate offer and screening process, ensuring compliance with background and drug screening protocols.

Career Break

STAY AT HOME PARENT
07.2006 - 08.2012

Human Resources Specialist

OPERATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SERVICES, INC
04.2004 - 07.2006
  • Facilitated onboarding and orientation for new employees, ensuring a positive and compliant introduction to the company.
  • Served as a resource for employees requiring assistance with Human Resource related issues via phone and email.
  • Managed HR databases and employee records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Led full cycle recruitment efforts, including candidate screening, interviews, and offer negotiation and consulted with hiring managers regarding recruitment strategies.
  • Provided resume counseling for employees involved in contract proposals.
  • Advised managers of guidelines to developing job descriptions of their staff.
  • Enrolled, administered, and educated employees on medical, dental, cobra and 401K benefits.
  • Coordinated completion of government security clearances for employees.

HR Analyst (Temporary Contractor)

ACCENTURE HR SERVICES
10.2003 - 04.2004
  • Processed a high volume of personnel actions, including promotions, reassignments, and terminations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Notified prospective and current TSA employees regarding promotions, reassignments, conversions, and job openings.
  • Conduct compensation analysis for TSA employees based on Government Pay Bands and Locality Adjustments.

Human Resource Generalist and Recruiting Manager

AMERICAN HEARING AID ASSOCIATES
10.2000 - 01.2003
  • Onboarding of new employees through the development of offer letters, sending new hire packages, and collecting new personnel paperwork.
  • Served as a resource for employees requiring assistance with Human Resource related issues via phone and email.
  • Conferred with CEO, COO, Vice-Presidents, and Managers regarding job descriptions, training guidelines, and hiring of corporate employees.
  • Trained hiring managers and clients on interviewing techniques, staffing plans, performance appraisals, employee relations, and employment laws.
  • Conducted new hire orientation and benefit training for all new employees.
  • Enrolled staff into benefit programs and troubleshot difficulties with insurance companies on behalf of employees.
  • Collaborated with VP of Finance and COO regarding contract negotiations to choose insurance programs for corporate employees.
  • Independently established and marketed a successful executive recruiting program for one of the fastest growing companies in the Philadelphia region.
  • Utilized time-management skills and creative strategies to recruit 15-20 corporate and client employees on a consistent basis.
  • Conducted phone-screening, face-to-face interviews, and interview coordination with senior managers.
  • Developed resourceful methods for attracting audiologists for employers in a difficult hiring market, saving clients money, time, and stress.
  • Effectively doubled number of placements and increased profits by 45% within two years of program introduction to customers.

Internet Recruiter/Staffing Coordinator

DELTA-T GROUP
08.1999 - 10.2000

Internet Recruiter

  • Utilized Internet marketing strategies to recruit candidates and increase agency database.
  • Attended career fairs and professional conferences to promote the image of the company.
  • Ascertained the success of these job fairs and conferences by analyzing the effective leads gathered.

Staffing Coordinator

  • Responsible for placing qualified candidates with customers.
  • Consistently acquired new job requests from clients.
  • Effectively built ongoing relationships with clients and contractors, increasing placements and job orders.

Education

Masters Degree - Counseling

George Mason University

Bachelor's Degree - Psychology

James Madison University

Skills

  • Strategic HR Partnership
  • Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
  • Talent Management & Development
  • Organizational Development & Change Management

Certification

  • PHR, Professional in Human Resources
  • SHRM-CP, Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional
  • Insights Discovery Accreditation

Timeline

Human Resources Business Partner

BLACKBAUD
10.2019 - Current

Human Resources Business Partner, PRN

HCA, CAPITAL DIVISION
08.2018 - 10.2019

Human Resources Business Partner

HCA, JOHNSTON-WILLIS HOSPITAL
04.2015 - 08.2018

Human Resources Generalist

HCA, PARALLON BUSINESS PERFORMANCE GROUP
09.2013 - 04.2015

Human Resources Coordinator

HCA AMBULATORY SURGERY DIVISION
08.2012 - 09.2013

Career Break

STAY AT HOME PARENT
07.2006 - 08.2012

Human Resources Specialist

OPERATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SERVICES, INC
04.2004 - 07.2006

HR Analyst (Temporary Contractor)

ACCENTURE HR SERVICES
10.2003 - 04.2004

Human Resource Generalist and Recruiting Manager

AMERICAN HEARING AID ASSOCIATES
10.2000 - 01.2003

Internet Recruiter/Staffing Coordinator

DELTA-T GROUP
08.1999 - 10.2000

Masters Degree - Counseling

George Mason University

Bachelor's Degree - Psychology

James Madison University
VASAVI KONDISETTY-PATEL