Nursing Support Coordinator - Night Shift

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking a Nursing Support Coordinator to manage shift-to-shift staffing across Inpatient Units, Outpatient Clinics and the Emergency Department. The role requires strong organization, analytical ability, and the skill to negotiate with nursing leaders.

The NSC must handle fast-paced demands, maintain relationships, and provide staffing recommendations. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities are essential in this critical safety-net health system.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification requirements as listed: HS diploma or GED; associate degree preferred; LVN with experience or 5+ years in healthcare.
• 1 year staffing or related healthcare experience; Kronos software preferred.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills; ability to coordinate multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform staffing functions on a shift-to-shift basis to assure adequate staffing in Inpatient Units, Outpatient Clinics and Emergency Department.
• Make staffing recommendations to nursing leaders and negotiate where needed.
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with nursing leadership and other staff.

Skills

Analytical

Mathematics

Medical Terms

Typing 35 wpm

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Tools

Kronos

Job description

About Us

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

The Nursing Support Coordinator (NSC) performs staffing functions on a shift-to-shift basis; assuring adequate staffing levels are maintained in the Inpatient Units, Outpatient Clinics and Emergency Department. NSC must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, work well under pressure and handle rigorous demands. NSC must be well organized, analytical, and must be able to make tough staffing recommendations to nursing leaders. NSC must be able to build relationships, negotiate and persuade.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: High School Diploma/GED required. Associate Degree plus one (1) year related experience preferred, OR Licensed Vocational Nurse with one (1) year related experience preferred OR five (5) years commensurate experience required.
• Work Experience (Years and Area): 1 year staffing, advanced secretarial or office manager duties in health care environment; experience using Kronos software preferred
• Management Experience (Years and Area): NA
• Equipment Operated: Various office equipment: faxes, computers, Printers, copiers, etc.

Special Requirements

Communication Skills:

Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract)

Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking)

Writing /Composing: Correspondence / Reports

Other Skills:

Analytical, Mathematics, Medical Terms, Typing wpm 35, P.C., MS Word, MS Excel

• Advanced Education: N/A
• Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Overtime
• Other Requirements: Must have good organizational and interpersonal skills, strong customer relations, grammar/spelling, Ability to coordinate multiple projects and issues simultaneously; Critical thinking, problem identification and solving; negotiation; conflict management

RESPONSIBLE TO: Designated Supervisor

EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: N/A