WSAHCR began life in 1983 as the Puget Sound Nurse Recruiter Group, a small community of recruiters who came together to “talk shop” about their collective challenges. Our group has grown in size, stature and scope, joining with two other Puget Sound recruiter groups to form WSAHCR in 1992. In 1993 we became a chapter of the national health care recruiters organization NAHCR.
We’re now a thriving group of around eighty HR professionals from all over the state of Washington sharing information through our bi-monthly meetings and an annual retreat. At our meetings, members share current happenings and challenges in their respective organizations in a lively and supportive environment. In our “roundtable” discussions, we discuss the ups and downs of filling in-demand positions as staff moves from one institution to another. Rather than viewing each other as “competitors” for staff, we see each other as partners working together in a challenging field. We also invite guest speakers to update us on current trends and issues relevant to our members.
Our annual retreat is a popular event where members gather to gain fresh perspectives, participate in workshops and hear from keynote speakers.
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Top 10 Reasons to be on the WSAHCR Board!
1. Stay engaged by keeping your eyes and ears open to the world around you. Be inspired!
2. Build your network. You can tap into your network to ask for help and advice, share resources, best practices and experience. You never know when a professional opportunity might land in your lap!
3. Keep a good thing going. WSACHR is a successful chapter in a time when other chapters are really struggling.
4. Professional self-care is important and a great resume builder!
5. Volunteering time helps support moving your community forward! Share your passion!
6. Innovation! Helping drive new ideas and innovation you’ll be seen as a leader in healthcare and a front runner in your field.
7. Hone and develop new leadership skills through collaboration, leading groups, driving and supporting initiatives!
8. Learn how others are working across their organization to strengthen their recruiting edge.
9. Face it, recruiters are FUN!
10. PHR, SHRM, CHCR all recognize WSAHCR board or committee members with credits toward your recertification! Plus our Annual Educational Retreat can be eligible for CEU’s!
Board members – 2021
Our board members are elected to represent and guide our organization as we promote best practices in health care recruitment.
President – Angie Graves
Angie has more than 20 years of experience and expertise as a leader in talent management, talent acquisition and workforce development both inside and outside the healthcare industry. Currently, Angie is the Head of Talent Acquisition for Aegis Living where she champions Aegis Living’s unique and award-winning culture by setting the strategic direction for Talent Acquisition and by recruiting Leaders across the organization who provide amazing experiences for their residents and employees. Prior to joining Aegis, Angie led Clinical Talent Strategy across Kaiser Permanente and led Talent Acquisition processes and strategies at Group Health. She is actively involved in many local organizations that demonstrate her commitment and passion for furthering quality education in communities to help students of all backgrounds attain the needed education and readiness for anticipated high need future careers in all areas of health care. She believes that talent acquisition is the lynchpin of all success in an organization and is excited to continue her tenure with WSAHCR as the President this year.
President Elect – Misty Roberts
Bio: Misty has over a decade of healthcare recruitment experience and has been in recruitment and management in a variety of industries. She has experience in standing up new recruiting teams and has created and implemented processes to help find qualified talent. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Washington State University and is currently a Senior Nurse Recruiter at Valley Medical Center.
Treasurer – David Griggs
David is an experienced recruiter with the majority of his recruitment experience in the healthcare and non-profit industries. He is the Recruiter with Community Health Center of Snohomish County and also served as Recruiter/Human Resource Generalist at the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. He received his PHR in 2012 and has been a member of WSAHCR since 2010. David loves make a difference in people’s lives and connecting people with opportunities. He has served in several WSAHCR board positions since January 2013.
Secretary – Jill Rogerson-Black
Jill brings human resources and not-for-profit healthcare recruiting experience to this role. She currently manages the Talent Acquisition and Credentialing function for Neighborcare Health. She holds Bachelor’s in Political Science and Sociology and certificates in Diversity Recruitment, Black Belt Ninja in Recruitment/Sourcing and PHR. Jill is passionate about developing strategies to identifying and source the best talent possible.
Supporting our Local Community
About the Eugene Reed Scholarship Fund
Eugene “Gene” Joseph Reed was born in Eureka, CA on March 10, 1958 to Wayne & Margaret Reed. He passed on October 10, 2004. After serving 21 years in the Army, Gene began a second career recruiting allied health employees for a Pierce County hospital until the time of his passing. Gene was a very active member of WSAHCR.
Eugene Reed Radiology Scholarship Fund & Criteria The Washington State Association for Health Care Recruitment has been offering this scholarship, named after Gene, to students in the Tacoma Community College Radiology or Diagnostic Medical Sonography. For which Gene was passionate about. Students must complete at least 10 credits per quarter for the full academic year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) while maintaining in good standing with a 3.0 GPA. WSAHCR has an annual goal to raise funds through the Annual Educational Retreat Silent Auction to pay for two $1,000 scholarships. We are grateful for our member and institutional members support!