Lead Shift Administrator (.9 FTE / Day)
About The Position
Welcome to a medical center where you're the center of attention. The role of Shift Administrator at Overlake Medical Center is one of significant importance to ensure coordinated, high-quality and cost-effective care at all times. The Shift Administrator is the designated administrator on site, working to coordinate care across all departments, divisions and sites of care to create a seamless and positive experience for patients, families, and physicians. The Shift Administrator works closely in collaboration with clinical and support department heads, acting as a key representative of departmental and organizational leaders to facilitate ongoing operations designed to achieve specific goals and targets at all times. Communication, information sharing and understanding, and connectedness are critical for successful operations and performance. The Shift Administrator working off shift and on weekends/holidays has responsibility for the operation of the hospital during times when other administrative personnel are not on the premises and has the authority to initiate whatever administrative or emergency measures may be necessary to preserve the safety of the hospital and individuals until such time that administrative personnel on-call may be notified. The LEAD shift administrator provides on‑site administrative and clinical leadership for Overlake in conjunction The SA is an integral member of the nursing leadership, this role helps oversees hospital operations, leads the team of SA’s, manages patient flow, collaborates with the Transfer Center to expedite admissions, and coordinates discharges with clinical teams to ensure safe, efficient throughput. The lead Shift Administrator supports staff, resolves operational issues, and ensures continuous compliance with Overlake standards and regulatory requirements. Serves as the central operational liaison across nursing, providers, ancillary services, and support departments. Facilitates resolution of interdepartmental conflicts or resource issues impacting patient care or throughput. Provides guidance, coaching, and real-time leadership development for House Supervisors and charge nurses. identifies competency or performance concerns and communicate them to managers for follow‑up. Fosters a positive, collaborative, patient‑centered environment across Overlake.
Requirements
- AA required. BSN preferred.
- Current Washington State RN license (or Multistate RN license) required
- One year nursing management experience preferred.
- Three years clinical nurse experience required.
Nice To Haves
- BSN preferred.
- One year nursing management experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversees hospital operations
- Leads the team of SA’s
- Manages patient flow
- Collaborates with the Transfer Center to expedite admissions
- Coordinates discharges with clinical teams to ensure safe, efficient throughput
- Supports staff
- Resolves operational issues
- Ensures continuous compliance with Overlake standards and regulatory requirements
- Serves as the central operational liaison across nursing, providers, ancillary services, and support departments
- Facilitates resolution of interdepartmental conflicts or resource issues impacting patient care or throughput
- Provides guidance, coaching, and real-time leadership development for House Supervisors and charge nurses
- Identifies competency or performance concerns and communicate them to managers for follow‑up
- Fosters a positive, collaborative, patient‑centered environment across Overlake
Benefits
- Medical insurance premiums as low as $0 per month.
- Many Overlake services covered at 100%.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
- Generous retirement plan matching starting at 5% and increasing to 7% after five years with immediate vesting.
- Pre-tax and Roth after tax retirement savings plans.
- An expanded Employee Assistance Program.
- A caregiver support program to help with everything from childcare to eldercare.
- Free parking and Orca transit passes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
