Staffing Coordinator FT Days

Kindred Healthcare•Round Rock, TX

About The Position

The Staffing Coordinator works under the direction of the Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) and coordinates staffing for all nursing units. The role verifies nursing staff licenses and certifications, serves as a liaison between the nursing office and other hospital departments, and assists nursing administration with staffing-variance reports and scheduling. The coordinator also participates in recruitment activities for nursing services. The position maintains nursing staffing records and schedules, supports accurate payroll time sheets, coordinates registry staffing, and reports staffing concerns to the CCO or designee. It also supports applicant interviews, hiring and orientation, employee competency records, in-services, and hospital committees as needed.

Requirements

Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.
High school diploma or equivalent, including education equivalent to completion of secondary school, or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role is preferred.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a staffing coordinator in an acute care hospital.
High school diploma or equivalent, including education equivalent to completion of secondary school, or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain nursing department staffing records, including cancellation lists, float logs, master schedules, and attendance records.
Work with the CCO or designee to identify the number and level of personnel needed to provide patient care, and initiate personnel or assignment changes as directed.
Maintain accurate nursing payroll time sheets and initiate corrections when needed.
Complete schedules and daily staffing sheets.
Demonstrate competency and appropriate practice behavior in staffing-variance processes.
Report staffing problems and unusual situations to the CCO or designee, including matters requiring follow-up or immediate attention.
Report employee absences, scheduling issues, and tardiness to the CCO or designee for corrective or potentially disciplinary action.
Maintain and verify current nursing staff licensure and CPR and ACLS certifications, when applicable.
Maintain employee files for annual skills competencies, hospital updates, and other educational competencies as directed.
Handle registry staffing according to staffing needs; maintain registry competencies, billing records, and sign-in sheets; check charges for accuracy; and liaise with registry companies.
Review applicants for open nursing department positions and arrange interviews.
Participate in nursing services recruitment activities as directed by the CCO.
Coordinate with Human Resources on hiring and new-employee orientation.
Participate in hospital committees as needed.
Schedule and participate in in-services as appropriate.
Perform other related duties as assigned.