PRN Talent Acquisition Consultant
Kansas City, Kansas
Job ID: R-45799
Overview
Our nurses are leaders and decision makers, working closely with physicians to provide the best care and most advanced treatments. On our team, you’ll work in an environment of respect and professionalism, and you’ll have the support to advance your nursing career in the direction you choose. Find out more about the wide variety of opportunities for nurses at The University of Kansas Health System.
Responsibilities
Job Summary
As a [Healthcare] Talent Acquisition Consultant, you have an ability for networking, connecting, and speaking with people in order to get to know candidates, understand them and build relationships. The Talent Acquisition Consultant is responsible for recruiting, interviewing, screening and will refer job candidates for job openings within the health system. Confers with management and supervisors to identify personnel needs, job specifications, job duties, qualifications and skills. Assists in the development of recruitment programs to attract applicants and to fill specific openings.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
- Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills.
- Demonstrates an active commitment to the mission and values of the hospital.
- Recruits, interviews, screens, and refers job candidates for job openings.
- Confers with management and supervisors to identify personnel needs, job specifications, job duties, qualifications, and skills.
- Assists in the development of recruitment programs to attract applicants and to fill specific openings.
- Develops and maintains network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates. Initiates contact with possible qualified candidates for specific job openings.
- Reviews applications and interviews applicants to obtain work history, education, training, job skills, and salary requirements, and to provide information about the organization and position.
- Screens and refers candidates for additional interviews with others in the organization.
- Writes ads and creates ad campaigns.
- Reviews and approves on-line screening questions related to job descriptions.
- Plans/coordinates participation in, sets up display, and works at job fairs.
- Develops and maintains contacts with schools, alumni groups, and other public organizations to find and attract applicants.
- Oversee Recruitment Tech areas, involvement in hiring, coaching, counseling and disciplinary action.
- Works with external recruiters and employment agencies to identify and recruit applicants.
- Utilizes on-line internet recruiting sources to identify and recruit applicants.
- Provides information on company facilities and job opportunities to potential applicants.
- Requests background checks, employment references, and education verification on candidates.
- Coordinates the pre-employment process with candidates.
- Serves as a resource for the other recruiters and is responsible for training new staff.
- Assists Manager/Director with the review and improvement of employment processes related to the identification of applicant sources, recruitment of candidates, job offers and orientation.
- Under general direction of Manager/Director, recommends changes to policies, processes and procedures.
- Brings ideas/concerns to Manager/Director; participates in department decision-making.
- Helps manage and track overall project issues.
- Proactively monitors projects and works collaboratively with team members, customers, and vendors to remove progress barriers. Coordinates and oversees special projects as requested by Manager/Director. Other duties as assigned/requested.
- Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
- These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
- Undergraduate degree in related field of study from an accredited college or university with 2-5 years of recruiting experience or an ADN degree with 1- 2 years of recruitment experience.
- High School Graduate or equivalent.
Preferred Licensure and Certification
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) - Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) OR
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI)
Required Language Skills
- Fluent Spanish - Read, write and speak English.
Knowledge Requirements
- Excellent communications skills and interpersonal skills required.
- Must be able to multi-task and effectively manage priorities and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with executives, management, and employee of the hospital as well as members of other organizations required.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
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The main reason I love coming to work is because of the amazing team. We promote a nursing culture that encourages kindness and teamwork, and I absolutely love that about our hospital.– Riley Ferree, RN
Benefits
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Healthcare
Our robust medical, dental and vision package allows you to choose options that are best for your family. We offer life, disability, and accident insurance plus voluntary offerings such as critical illness insurance and identity theft protection.
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Giving back
In addition to the quality healthcare we provide, we have opportunities to serve externally in our community in activities throughout the year.
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Team-based culture
At the health system, we are a team. If you are highly skilled and motivated but don’t want to work in an “everyone for themselves” culture like many academic institutions have, this is your place.
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Support and Resources
We have a comprehensive wellness program with resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional health. Our new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) includes free counseling sessions and legal advice options.
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Tuition Reimbursement
We offer tuition reimbursement for formal education credits.
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401(a)
We offer a retirement savings plan with an employer contribute.
Success Profile
What makes a successful Nurse at The University of Kansas Health System? Review the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right combination.
- Compassionate
- Acccountable to Team
- Takes Initiative
- Possesses Integrity
- Patient-Focused
- Desire to Grow & Develop
Our Culture
- Work with a team that supports you, in a place where you will feel you belong and will make a difference. We empower staff to put the patient first in all things – even beyond clinical care. We value people.
- Driven to serve: Every employee makes an impact, regardless of your role – no matter if you’re in scheduling, facilities or clinical staff. We know that each step of the process ultimately impacts the patient.
- Our leadership is approachable, open-minded, and adaptable to challenges in healthcare.
- We demonstrate values proudly and consistently. Values such as diversity and inclusion are important to our staff; there is a desire to see this reflected by the health system internally and externally.
- Even though we are a large organization, our employees feel the health system’s resources, culture and commitment to quality allow them to provide exceptional care for patients.
- Our health system welcomes patients and cases that other hospitals cannot. This represents our commitment to care and our passion to challenge ourselves and be the best.
- We are a true healthcare leader in the region, rooted in experience and excellence.
- We offer unique opportunities for professional development, as well as convenient pathways for onsite continuing education among healthcare professionals and staff – from GED to CEUs.
- We make a difference in our communities by improving the health and lives of our patients.
- We also support our communities through Health System Employees Reaching Out events.
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