The Hiring Scope

In this Season 2 finale of The Hiring Scope Podcast , Jaidan Hickman , Supervisor of Talent Acquisition and Jalissa Bristol, HR Director of Pinnacle Fertility highlight how intentional collaboration across HR—spanning total rewards, HRIS, L&D, and employee relations—strengthens recruiter effectiveness, improves the candidate experience, and drives stronger talent outcomes. 

Courtney Calos, Senior Recruiter and Stephanie Verhaeghe, Divisional Director of Operations & Nurse Practitioner  from Healing Partners illustrate how a strong recruiter–hiring manager partnership—rooted in trust, clear intake alignment, and consistent communication—drives speed, quality, and an exceptional candidate experience. 

Melissa Wheeler, Manager Leadership Recruitment  at Community Health Network and NAHCR President, breaks down how executive recruitment succeeds through trusted recruiter–leader relationships, authentic candidate engagement, and the recruiter’s role as a strategic advisor balancing organizational vision with market realities. 

David Crawford, VP Talent Acquisition, New York-Presbyterian shares how recruiters can act as strategic connectors—guiding internal mobility, clarifying career pathways, and aligning employee growth with critical workforce needs without becoming career counselors. 

Stephanie Clay, National Director of Talent Acquisition for Transformations Care Network, shares how healthcare recruiters can strengthen talent pipelines by showing up intentionally at national conferences and focusing on real human connection—not transactional recruiting. She explains how partnering with professional associations and building long-term relationships across nursing, allied health...

Troy Green from Luminis Health challenges recruiters to rethink where great talent comes from. He shares how community connections feed real pipelines—through CNA training, Medical Assistant apprenticeships, and early exposure to healthcare careers for middle school, high school, and college students. From second chances to first jobs, Luminis proves that when recruiters stay open to possibilities...

Season 2 of The Hiring Scope launches Tuesday, January 13th, and we’re kicking it off with Gina Salazar—Talent Acquisition Consultant Lead at The University of Kansas Health System. We dig into why NAHCR membership can be a career multiplier—offering community, credibility, and the relationships that turn healthcare recruiters into true strategic partners. If you believe recruiter-ships matter, th...

Patrick Kelly closes out Season 1 with a deep dive into building and refining recruitment processes. He’ll also introduce the new co-host for Season 2 and preview what’s ahead.

Nadin Sinno will discuss the evolving role of AI in recruitment, from automation to ethical considerations. Expect insights on how to balance innovation with human touch.

Shartia Huddleton will explore how storytelling and branding intersect with recruitment marketing. She’ll offer tips on crafting compelling campaigns that attract top talent.

John Heffron will unpack the metrics that matter most in talent acquisition, from time-to-fill to quality-of-hire. He’ll share how data-driven decisions can elevate recruiting outcomes.

Susan Burke discusses strategies for developing high-performing talent acquisition teams. She emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and continuous learning as pillars of team success.

Claudine Trudeau explores the power of employee referrals in building strong, culture-aligned teams. She discusses how to design referral programs that are both effective and equitable.

Bruce Mattos dives into the candidate journey, highlighting key touchpoints that shape perceptions and influence decisions. He offers actionable insights for creating a seamless and engaging experience from application to offer.

Yvette Hanson shares how organizations can embed belonging into their talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain diverse talent. She outlines practical steps for creating inclusive hiring practices that resonate with candidates from all backgrounds.