Staffing Coordinator

Allina Health - Shakopee, MN

Part-time - Entry Level

Shakopee, MN

Hospitals

About the position

The Staffing Coordinator at Allina Health is responsible for coordinating staff assignments to support patient care needs and providing scheduling support in accordance with staffing and scheduling guidelines. This part-time role involves utilizing staffing technology, communicating with staff regarding scheduling changes, and ensuring accurate documentation of staff assignments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates staff assignments to support patient care needs.
• Provides scheduling support in accordance with staffing and scheduling guidelines.
• Utilizes staffing technology to allocate staff to meet healthcare facility needs.
• Requests daily per diem agency staff as needed.
• Documents staff assignments and codes schedules to ensure timecard accuracy.
• Uses basic problem-solving skills to identify where staff are allocated to meet staffing needs.
• Uses critical thinking skills to anticipate staffing needs for supported areas.
• Communicates with staff on staffing changes, openings, and scheduling adjustments.
• Understands how bargaining unit contracts affect the staffing process and policies.
• Forecasts staffing needs using applicable technology.
• Reports staffing status to house supervisors and department leaders.
• Uses basic computer skills for data entry.
• Communicates regularly via phone with internal and external customers.
• Orients new staff and others to the role or tasks if needed.
• Coordinates questions and problems to senior level staffing coordinators and other leaders.
• Attends and participates in staff huddles and department meetings.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 0 to 2 years of basic computer skills, including knowledge and ability to use Windows, Word, and Excel.

Nice-to-haves

• Post secondary education
• 0 to 2 years of experience working in a fast-paced medical environment with the ability to identify priorities, work independently, problem solve, and multi-task.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive work environment focused on patient care