Regional VP of HR & Labor — 15-Facility Skilled Nursing

Legacy Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Healthcare in Chicago seeks a visionary Vice President of Human Resources & Labor to lead HR, workforce strategy, labor initiatives across 15 skilled nursing facilities. This executive role partners with senior leaders to shape recruitment, retention, engagement, and cost-effective staffing while ensuring compliance and resident-focused care.

The successful candidate will balance employee needs with regulatory demands and financial performance, moving between strategic planning and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in multi-site healthcare settings.
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Provide HR leadership to 15 skilled nursing facilities and partner with senior leaders.
• Establish consistent HR policies and best practices across the organization.
• Lead recruitment, retention, and workforce planning to reduce turnover and fill critical roles.
• Oversee labor strategy and cost management across facilities.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR risk management.

Skills

Strategic HR Leadership

Labor Strategy

Employee Relations

Workforce Analytics

Change Management

Education

Master's degree in HR or related field

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration/Healthcare Administration

Tools

HRIS (Workday/PeopleSoft)

HR Metrics & Analytics

Job description

Legacy Healthcare in Chicago seeks a visionary Vice President of Human Resources & Labor to lead HR, workforce strategy, labor initiatives across 15 skilled nursing facilities. This executive role partners with senior leaders to shape recruitment, retention, engagement, and cost-effective staffing while ensuring compliance and resident-focused care.

The successful candidate will balance employee needs with regulatory demands and financial performance, moving between strategic planning and