Sharon Jeffers brings more than 20 years of healthcare leadership experience to Reno County as the newly appointed chief financial officer for Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, announced Tuesday. Jeffers previously served as assistant chief financial officer and system director of budgeting and financial planning at Stormont Vail Health in Topeka, where she helped oversee financial planning for a $1.2 billion health care system and led initiatives resulting in more than $5 million in cost savings.
Before her tenure in Topeka, Jeffers spent more than 17 years at Denver Health. In that role, she managed financial operations, business development, and strategic planning.
Jim Black Oversees Workforce Strategy with Decades of Experience
Alongside Jeffers’ appointment, Jim Black stepped into the role of chief human resources officer after assuming the position in September, following his October 2024 arrival as vice president of human resources at Hutchinson Regional. Black brings more than 30 years of human resources leadership experience, which includes previous roles with Walmart, T-Mobile, and Ascension.
In his expanded role, Black oversees the organization’s workforce strategy, focusing on recruitment, retention, organizational culture, and professional development.
“Our team members are at the heart of everything we do,” Black said. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue serving this organization in an expanded leadership capacity.”
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“Sharon and Jim bring extensive experience and proven leadership in these two critical areas.”
Did you know? Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System serves Reno County and surrounding communities through multiple entities, including Hutchinson Regional Medical Center and Horizons Mental Health Center.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hutchinson Regional Leadership
What previous healthcare systems did Sharon Jeffers work for?
Before joining Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, Sharon Jeffers worked at Stormont Vail Health in Topeka as assistant chief financial officer and system director of budgeting and financial planning. She also spent more than 17 years at Denver Health in financial operations and strategic planning roles.
When did Jim Black join Hutchinson Regional?
Jim Black joined the health system in October 2024 as vice president of human resources before stepping into his current role as chief human resources officer.
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