What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staffing Specialist position at medstar?
Department: Nursing- Administration
Status: Full Time, 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday – Friday with rotating weekend; 3:00PM – 11:00PM
Job Summary:
MedStar Health is looking for a Staffing Specialist to join our team at MedStar Franklin Square Hospital!
Responsible for developing and maintaining nursing department staffing schedules, ensuring adequate staffing based on hospital census and vacancies, and keeping Human Resources informed of recruiting needs.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
Primary Duties:
- Analyze staffing reports, recommend short- and long-term staffing strategies, and communicate recruitment needs.
- Assign float pool personnel to units with vacancies and coordinate schedules.
- Work with HR to hire temporary staff and coordinate their orientation.
- Ensure proper staffing levels by developing and maintaining schedules to meet hospital needs.
- Collaborate with managers on vacancy and vacation projections.
- Maintain staffing records and generate reports, including Position Control and Shift-by-Shift reports.
- Address last-minute staffing needs by using cost-effective options.
- Participate in meetings, committees, and community outreach efforts as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Business or related field or a High School Diploma/GED with equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 1 year of related experience.
