What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staffing Coordinator position at Polaris Extended & Transitional Care?
Staffing Coordinator (CNA Required)
Polaris Extended & Transitional Care
Full-Time | $25.00 - $30.00 per Hour
Polaris Extended & Transitional Care is seeking an organized, dependable, and compassionate Staffing Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a current CNA certification and have a strong understanding of healthcare staffing, scheduling, and workforce coordination within a skilled nursing or transitional care environment.
Position Summary
The Staffing Coordinator is responsible for creating and maintaining nursing schedules, ensuring adequate staffing coverage, coordinating open shifts, and supporting department leaders in achieving staffing and budget goals. This position serves as a key communication link between nursing staff, leadership, and human resources to ensure residents receive exceptional care through consistent and efficient staffing practices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Create, maintain, and publish schedules for nursing staff, including CNAs, CMAs, LPNs, and RNs.
- Coordinate coverage for call-offs, vacations, leaves of absence, and open shifts.
- Monitor daily staffing levels and ensure compliance with staffing requirements and facility standards.
- Communicate staffing needs and concerns with the Director of Nursing and department leaders.
- Manage overtime, agency staffing usage, and scheduling adjustments to support budget objectives.
- Maintain accurate employee scheduling records and attendance documentation.
- Assist with onboarding schedules, orientation coordination, and new hire integration.
- Track staffing trends and provide reports regarding vacancies, overtime, and attendance.
- Support recruitment efforts by communicating open shifts and staffing needs with HR and leadership.
- Respond promptly to staffing emergencies and last-minute scheduling needs.
- Foster positive relationships with nursing staff while promoting accountability and attendance expectations.
Qualifications
- Current CNA certification required.
- Prior staffing, scheduler, HR, or healthcare coordination experience preferred.
- Skilled nursing, long-term care, or transitional care experience strongly preferred.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and healthcare scheduling software.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
Benefits
- Competitive pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
- Full-Time Position
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
Why Polaris Extended & Transitional Care?
At Polaris Extended & Transitional Care, we are committed to providing exceptional resident care while creating a positive and supportive workplace for our team members. If you are passionate about healthcare operations, staffing excellence, and supporting caregivers, we invite you to apply today.
Polaris Extended & Transitional Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30