Sandra Murray, PhD Acc Cpdc
About Sandra Murray, PhD Acc Cpdc
Sandra Murray, PhD, is the System Vice President of Learning & Development at CommonSpirit Health, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition, eLearning, and leadership development within the healthcare sector.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Sandra Murray serves as the System Vice President of Learning & Development at CommonSpirit Health, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she leads initiatives focused on talent development and training within the organization. Murray has been instrumental in launching the first Executive & Physician level Leadership Development program, aligning it with the divisional strategy. Her responsibilities include overseeing the implementation of various learning solutions and enhancing the overall effectiveness of training programs within the healthcare system.
Experience in Talent Acquisition and Recruiting
Murray has extensive experience in leading Talent Acquisition and Recruiting teams within a national healthcare system. Prior to her current role, she worked as an Executive Recruiter at QuestPro Consultants from 2000 to 2003 and as a Client Solutions Leader at FutureStep, a Korn/Ferry Company, from 2006 to 2009. Her background in recruiting has equipped her with the skills necessary to manage and develop talent effectively across various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Sandra Murray holds a PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Capella University, which she completed from 2003 to 2006. She also earned a Master of Science in Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2000 and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas Christian University in 1999. Her educational background supports her expertise in strategic implementation of eLearning, Virtual Instructor Led Training, and in-person training delivery.
Background in Healthcare Initiatives
Murray has significant experience with healthcare initiatives, particularly those associated with the Studer Group. She has worked on programs involving Rounding, Evidence-based Leadership, HML, and AIDET. This background contributes to her ability to enhance leadership and performance management within healthcare settings.
Systems Experience and Certifications
Sandra Murray possesses systems experience with various platforms including Taleo, Peoplesoft, Workday, SuccessFactors, Healthstream, and Cornerstone. She has supported the design and launch of multiple Performance Management and Learning Management solutions. Additionally, she is certified in several leadership and coaching programs, including the RICE University Coach Program, Lominger Leadership Competencies, and Franklin Covey.