Staffing Coordinator

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Nurse Staffing Office coordinator to operate, maintain, and support staffing systems for patient care across shifts. You will monitor schedules, adjust staffing levels, and ensure cost centers are accurate.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and proficiency with Microsoft Office and scheduling software. This onsite night shift opportunity offers teamwork, stability, and opportunities to impact patient care.

Qualifications

• 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 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.

Tools

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

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.

Job Duties

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 7 lbs., continuous sitting >67%, frequent keyboard use/repetitive motion, frequent fine motor activity/wrist position deviation.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift:

Night Shift

Address:

2024 Lehigh St

Primary Location:

Allentown - 2024 Lehigh Street

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Sunday-Saturday; 6:00pm-6:30am variable with weekend and holiday rotaion

Department:

1004-09381 COH - Nurse Staffing Office