Staffing & Scheduling Spec I- Nights

About the role

The Staffing & Scheduling Specialist plays a pivotal role at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System (SMHCS), ensuring the efficient allocation and scheduling of nursing staff across various units. This involves managing workforce schedules, prioritizing staffing needs, liaising with different departments to address staffing issues, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies. The Specialist will leverage staffing software systems to optimize staffing levels, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the highest level of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient allocation and scheduling of nursing staff across healthcare units.
• Manage workforce schedules and prioritize staffing needs.
• Liaise with different departments to address staffing issues.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.
• Use staffing software systems to optimize staffing levels and improve operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year of healthcare-related experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Associate degree in healthcare or business administration, or related field (bachelor’s preferred). High school/GED equivalent with two (2) additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with scheduling software (e.g., API or similar systems), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), and familiarity with EHR systems.
• Healthcare management certification (e.g., Certified Healthcare Administrative Professional (CHAP) or similar credential).
• Understanding of staffing regulations (e.g., nurse-patient ratios, union agreements), labor laws, and healthcare accreditation standards.
• Experience with managing staffing projects, workflow improvements, or process optimization in a healthcare setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively between departments and with external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to prioritize and resolve staffing issues efficiently.
• Three or more (3+) years of experience in nursing staff scheduling, healthcare staffing management, or workforce management in a hospital or large healthcare setting.

Employment Screening

As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

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