Human Resources Business Partner

LEMONTREE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC•Mclean, VA

29d•$0 - $105,000

About The Position

Lemontree Healthcare is seeking a strategic, people-focused, and results-driven Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support organizational growth, employee engagement, workforce effectiveness, and operational excellence. The HRBP will partner with leaders, managers, and employees to align human resources strategies with business objectives while fostering a positive, inclusive, and compliant workplace. This role will provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, talent development, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and HR policy implementation. The ideal candidate brings strong HR business partnership experience, sound judgment, excellent communication skills, and an understanding of the unique workforce, regulatory, and operational needs of the healthcare industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field preferred.
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
Three to five years of progressive HR experience, preferably in an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, or similar role.
Experience advising managers and leaders on employee relations, performance management, and HR policies.
Strong knowledge of HR practices, employee relations, performance management, and employment compliance.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to interpret HR data and translate findings into practical recommendations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR information systems (HRIS).
Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with employees, managers, and senior leaders.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare industry experience preferred.
Experience supporting multiple departments, locations, or diverse employee populations is an advantage.
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
PHR or SPHR.
Other relevant HR or healthcare workforce credentials.

Responsibilities

Partner with leadership and department managers to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Provide guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, employee retention, and staffing needs.
Analyze HR metrics and trends to identify opportunities for improving employee performance, engagement, and retention.
Support organizational change initiatives, departmental growth, and operational improvements.
Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers regarding workplace concerns, policies, and employment matters.
Investigate employee complaints, workplace conflicts, and allegations of misconduct promptly, objectively, and confidentially.
Coach managers on conflict resolution, corrective action, performance concerns, and appropriate documentation.
Promote a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
Identify opportunities to improve employee morale, engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
Support the implementation and administration of performance management programs.
Coach leaders on setting performance expectations, delivering feedback, and addressing performance gaps.
Identify employee development needs and collaborate with leadership on training, succession planning, and career development.
Support leadership development and initiatives that strengthen management effectiveness.
Monitor performance review completion and ensure consistent application of performance standards.
Partner with recruitment teams and hiring managers to identify staffing needs and workforce priorities.
Support recruitment, onboarding, internal mobility, and retention initiatives.
Identify workforce trends, turnover patterns, and staffing challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.
Collaborate with operational leaders to support staffing stability and continuity of healthcare services.
Promote effective onboarding practices that help employees understand organizational expectations, workplace policies, and their roles.
Ensure HR practices are consistent with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Support compliance with organizational policies, employment standards, and applicable healthcare workforce requirements.
Maintain accurate employee documentation and support personnel file audits and HR reporting.
Partner with HR leadership and other relevant departments on workplace investigations, employment-related risk, and corrective actions.
Support the consistent administration of policies related to attendance, leave, accommodations, discipline, and workplace conduct.
Maintain strict confidentiality of employee records and sensitive employment information.
Understand the workforce challenges associated with healthcare operations, including staffing demands, retention, employee well-being, and scheduling needs.
Partner with clinical and nonclinical leaders to address workforce concerns while supporting quality patient care.
Collaborate with appropriate departments to support required employee training, credential tracking, background screening, and other role-specific employment requirements.
Reinforce organizational expectations for professionalism, accountability, patient privacy, and a safe workplace.
Support initiatives that promote employee wellness, reduce burnout, and improve workforce stability.
Maintain accurate HR records, employee relations documentation, and management reports.
Monitor HR metrics, including turnover, absenteeism, retention, employee engagement, and performance management completion.
Assist with the development, review, and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and process improvements.
Collaborate with payroll, benefits, recruitment, and other HR functions to ensure effective service delivery.
Prepare HR reports and recommendations for leadership review.