Nurse Recruiter

A Nurse Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, interviewing, and hiring qualified nurses to fill positions in healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other healthcare organizations. This role involves building relationships with both candidates and hiring managers to meet staffing needs while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Job Description: Nurse Recruiter

Job Title: Nurse Recruiter

Reports To: Employment Manager

Location: Laurel, MS

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Sourcing:

• Source and recruit nurses for various positions (registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse practitioners, etc.) through job boards, social media, job fairs, and networking.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates to meet short- and long-term staffing needs.
• Develop recruitment strategies to attract top talent, ensuring alignment with the organization’s goals.

Screening and Interviewing:

• Review resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates.
• Conduct initial phone screens to assess candidates' qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and schedule in-person or virtual interviews with hiring managers.
• Ensure candidates meet licensing and certification requirements.

Candidate Placement:

• Match candidates to the appropriate roles based on their skills, experience, and preferences.
• Work with hiring managers to ensure smooth and efficient interview processes and timely hiring decisions.
• Extend job offers to selected candidates and handle negotiations related to salary, benefits, and start dates.

Compliance and Documentation:

• Ensure that all recruited nurses meet required licensing, certification, and background check requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and company policies regarding staffing and recruitment.

Onboarding Support:

• Guide candidates through the onboarding process, ensuring all required documentation and training are completed.
• Coordinate with HR and nursing departments to ensure smooth transitions for new hires.

Relationship Management:

• Develop strong relationships with nursing professionals, recruitment agencies, and other healthcare organizations.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the nursing industry and current trends to attract top talent.
• Offer ongoing support to new hires to ensure job satisfaction and retention.

Reporting and Metrics:

• Track recruitment performance metrics, such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and retention rates.
• Prepare reports for senior leadership regarding recruitment outcomes and staffing needs.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Nursing, or a related field (preferred).

Experience:

• Previous experience in recruitment, preferably in healthcare, with a focus on nursing roles.
• Strong knowledge of the nursing profession and healthcare regulations.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.

Work Environment:

• Typically, an office setting, but may require occasional travel for job fairs, conferences, and meeting with candidates.
• Flexible work hours, with potential for remote work depending on the organization.

This position plays a key role in the staffing and success of healthcare organizations, ensuring that they have the qualified nursing professionals necessary to provide high-quality care to patients. The Nurse Recruiter must be proactive, organized, and highly skilled in sourcing, interviewing, and placing candidates in appropriate nursing roles.