Staffing Coordinator/Scheduler
About The Position
Aurora Behavioral Health System East is seeking an experienced Staffing Coordinator to coordinate inpatient nursing staff and meet staffing targets at its 138-bed psychiatric hospital and outpatient program in Tempe, Arizona. The facility treats adolescents and adults for psychiatric conditions and chemical dependency. The Staffing Coordinator schedules nursing staff across patient care units according to patient acuity and staffing ratios, and provides clerical support to the nursing department. The role operates in alignment with the organization’s mission and policies and in compliance with licensing, accrediting, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of staffing experience in an acute healthcare setting.
- Computer experience.
- Proficiency in UKG Pro.
- Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must have a current negative TB test or medical clearance.
- Must meet qualifications for fingerprint clearance and be eligible for a fingerprint clearance card.
- Must pass a drug screen and physical.
- Two years of UKG Pro scheduling and timekeeping experience (required).
Nice To Haves
- Staffing and scheduling experience in an acute healthcare setting (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Adjust daily staffing schedules in response to changes in acuity, census, sick calls, and 1:1 assignments, resolving difficult situations with house supervisors and the Director of Nursing.
- Schedule per diem staff as needed.
- Keep the timekeeping system current for each pay period.
- Advise the Director of Nursing of potential staffing needs that may require hiring full-time, part-time, or per diem staff.
- Manage appropriate staff utilization and overtime hours.
- Accurately enter data for reports and prepare and distribute reports promptly and appropriately.
- Provide clerical support for nursing administration, including maintaining current employee phone numbers and email addresses.
- Communicate effectively and collaborate with nurse management to support equitable staffing across nursing units.
- Process phone calls promptly and courteously.
- Perform timekeeping and payroll duties as needed or assigned.
- Perform administrative functions as needed or assigned to support smooth operations.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
