Staffing & Scheduling Spec I
Job Description
Department
Nursing Staffing Services
Job Summary
The Staffing & Scheduling Specialist plays a pivotal role at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System (SMHCS). The Specialist is responsible for ensuring the efficient allocation and scheduling of nursing staff across various units within a healthcare facility, and involves managing workforce schedules, prioritizing staffing needs, liaise 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.
Required Qualifications
• Require a minimum of three (3) years of experience in staffing, scheduling, or healthcare administration. Experience in a clinical environment, preferably in nursing, is highly preferred.
• Require an associate degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field (bachelor’s preferred). Relevant years of experience can be considered on a year-for-year basis, or current enrollment in an accredited degree program can be considered in lieu of degree requirement.
Preferred Qualifications
• Prefer proficiency with scheduling software (e.g., API or other similar systems), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), and familiarity with EHR systems.
• Prefer Healthcare management certification, e.g., Certified Healthcare Administrative Professional (CHAP), or similar credential.
• Prefer an understanding of staffing regulations (e.g., nurse-patient ratios, union agreements), labor laws, and healthcare accreditation standards.
• Prefer experience with managing staffing projects, workflow improvements, or process optimization in a healthcare setting.
• Prefer strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively between departments and with external stakeholders.
• Prefer strong analytical skills with the ability to prioritize and resolve staffing issues efficiently.
• Prefer three plus (3+) years of experience in nursing staff scheduling, healthcare staffing management, or workforce management in a hospital or large healthcare setting.
Mandatory Education
Preferred Education
Required License and Certs
Hospitals and Health Care
Human Resources
Full-time