Staffing Coordinator

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Allentown, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Operates, maintains, and supports the staffing and scheduling systems through the collection and organization of appropriate data. Evaluates for completeness and distributes system reports at specified intervals; maintains master file integrity.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient computer skills (scheduling software).

Responsibilities

• Monitors daily staffing information and reviews and updates as needed to ensure correct cost center, quick code and special codes are used and documented.
• Updates staffing schedules and systems as needed.
• Adjusts nursing staff work schedules in accordance with established contracts, policies and procedures for approval by unit Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor.
• Engages in ongoing communication with the charge nurses, unit managers and/or the Nursing Supervisor to assess and confirm staffing needs for each unit/department for upcoming shifts.
• Develops a staffing proposal for review by the Nursing Supervisor on the off shifts, utilizing critical thinking skills based on acuity, census, and available staff.
• Coordinates daily redistribution of departmental staffing resources and supports units in the acquisition of staff for patient needs.
• Monitors receipts and updates unit schedules/API worksheets for nursing units reflecting schedule changes.
• Monitor schedules for any contract labor and contingency workers and coordinate their assignments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED