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Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
Operates, maintains, and supports the staffing and scheduling systems through the collection and organization of appropriate data. Evaluates for completeness and distributes system reports at specified intervals; maintains master file integrity.
Job Duties
- Monitors daily staffing information and reviews and updates as needed to ensure correct cost center, quick code and special codes are used and documented. Updates staffing schedules and systems as needed.
- Adjusts nursing staff work schedules in accordance with established contracts, policies and procedures for approval by unit Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor.
- Engages in ongoing communication with the charge nurses, unit managers and/or the Nursing Supervisor to assess and confirm staffing needs for each unit/department for upcoming shifts.
- Develops a staffing proposal for review by the Nursing Supervisor on the off shifts, utilizing critical thinking skills based on acuity, census, and available staff.
- Coordinates daily redistribution of departmental staffing resources and supports units in the acquisition of staff for patient needs.
- Monitors receipts and updates unit schedules/API worksheets for nursing units reflecting schedule changes.
- Monitor schedules for any contract labor and contingency workers and coordinate their assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Proficient computer skills (scheduling software).
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 7 lbs., continuous sitting >67%, frequent keyboard use/repetitive motion, frequent fine motor activity/wrist position deviation.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
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Work Shift:
Night ShiftAddress:
2024 Lehigh StPrimary Location:
Allentown - 2024 Lehigh StreetPosition Type:
OnsiteUnion:
Not ApplicableWork Schedule:
Sunday-Saturday; 6:00pm-6:30am variable with weekend and holiday rotaionDepartment:
1004-09381 COH - Nurse Staffing OfficeSkills Required
- High School Diploma/GED
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Proficient computer skills (scheduling software)
What We Do
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an operator of a network of hospitals and outpatient care centers intended to heal, comfort, and care for the people of the community. Their mission is to improve lives by offering health care services including community health centers, general physician services, pharmacy, imaging, and home health.
