KSHHRA was established over 30 years ago, and currently has 40+ professional members.

Purpose of the Society:

• To promote an understanding of the principles, policies, and methods necessary for developing and maintaining satisfactory human resources in hospital and healthcare-related institutions in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
• To assist in the improvement of techniques and methods of human resources administration.
• To provide a medium for the interchange of ideas and experience on human resources issues.
• To advise and assist institutions desiring to introduce human resources management.
• To promote and encourage the development of a spirit of professional pride in human resources administration.
• To advance the interests and welfare of those engaged in human resources.

Methods of the Society:

• Create networking opportunities to access Kentucky HR professionals with expertise in the full scope of HR activities, including benefits, compensation, employee relations, employment, training, and development.
• Represent the unique needs of healthcare HR professionals, working in facilities ranging from large health systems to small rural hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, behavioral health facilities, home health agencies, and long-term care facilities.
• Present educational opportunities at our KSHHRA-sponsored meetings.
• Monitor legislative activity and other current events that impact healthcare human resources administration.
• Collaborate with others to have our voices heard at the state and national level.