Centralized Staffing Coordinator

Baptist Health; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Nursing Staffing/Scheduling Coordinator in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role includes administrative supervision of staffing for the Central Staffing and Timekeeping Office, collaborating with the Transfer Center to ensure adequate staffing. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in staffing and scheduling in a healthcare setting, proficient computer skills, and strong communication abilities. This position requires critical analysis skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience with staffing and scheduling in a healthcare setting.
• Prior staff scheduling experience in health care is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of communication.
• Ability to lift and move office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administrative supervision of staffing.
• Collaborate with the Transfer Center to meet staffing demands.
• Lead daily staffing calls and develop staffing plans.

Skills

Staffing and scheduling

Proficient computer skills

Excellent Microsoft Office skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Tools

Excel

Electronic staffing system

Job description

Summary

The Nursing Staffing/Scheduling Coordinator is delegated the authority and responsibility for administrative supervision of staffing for the Central Staffing and Timekeeping Office. The Coordinator will facilitate balanced resources and sharing of staff across the System, collaborating closely with the Baptist Health Transfer Center to ensure adequate staff to meet capacity demands. They are responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly work schedules for the nursing staff in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Baptist Health standards, ensuring each facility has the maximum level of staffing and each campus has full capability for patients. The Coordinator leads the daily staffing call and works with the Chief Nursing Officer to develop the best staffing plan for the campus.

Job Details

• Department: Central Scheduling Office
• Shift: Night (2000–0800)
• Hours: 48.00 hours bi-weekly

Qualifications and Experience

• Three to five years of experience with staffing and scheduling in a 24/7 healthcare setting is preferred.
• Prior staff scheduling experience in health care is preferred.
• Proficient computer skills, including Excel and other staff scheduling programs, and excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience utilizing an electronic staffing system platform and strong communication with nursing leaders.
• Ability to use independent judgment, critical analysis skills, and creativity to solve problems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of both written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lift and move office equipment and business supplies.