Ms. Turner has experience in human resources and talent acquisition across various parts of the Yale New Haven Health system. She has served in her current role since 2021, and first joined Yale New Haven Health’s Greenwich Hospital in 2007 as director of human resources. She previously served as vice president of human resources for Yale New Haven Hospital and vice president of talent acquisition for the health system.
Becker's Recognition
Melissa Turnerhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

Executives
CHROs and chief people officers to know
Chief human resources officers and chief people officers are tasked with developing strong human capital strategies for their hospitals and health systems.
These leaders have a wide range of responsibilities, including oversight of recruitment, retention, compensation, benefits, development and much more. As top human resources executives, their efforts are crucial in shaping workforce culture in alignment with their organization’s values.
2025 Winner

Executives
CHROs and Chief People Officers to Know
Chief human resources officers and chief people officers are tasked with developing strong human capital strategies for their hospitals and health systems.
These leaders have a wide range of responsibilities, including oversight of recruitment, retention, compensation, benefits, development and much more. As top human resources executives, their efforts are crucial in shaping workforce culture in alignment with their organization’s values.
2026 Winner

Executives
140 Hospital and Health System CHROs and Chief People Officers to Know
