Recruiter

Job Type Full-time Description Towne Kids is hiring a Recruiter to own full-cycle hiring for our nursing staff. Based on-site in Howell Township, you will be the primary driver of RN and LPN recruitment for our pediatric home health program - sourcing and screening candidates, moving them through the process, and handing off to HR and clinical teams. This is a hands-on role inside a small, growing HR function. You will work closely with our HR Manager, VP of Operations, and Clinical Director. The right person has real recruiting experience, knows how to work a competitive healthcare market, and is comfortable owning their pipeline and their results. There is real room to grow here. As Towne Kids' HR function develops, this role has the potential to expand into leading the talent acquisition function. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle recruitment for RN and LPN roles: source, screen, interview, coordinate, and extend offers in partnership with leadership. Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified local nurses interested in pediatric home health, keeping candidates engaged for current and future openings. Source candidates through healthcare job boards (NJSNA Career Center, Health eCareers), social media, nursing school partnerships, and direct outreach. Draft and post job descriptions on relevant platforms; keep postings current and NJ-compliant. Conduct structured screening interviews to assess clinical background, pediatric experience, and fit for delivering in-home care to medically complex children. Manage applicant records in Paylocity, keeping documentation accurate and current throughout the hiring process. Support and collaborate with HR on HRIS functionality, optimization and alignment to organizational practices of documentation and tracking. Represent Towne Kids at local job fairs, nursing school events, and community outreach - building employer brand in Monmouth County and surrounding areas. Track key hiring metrics (time-to-fill, source of hire, pipeline health) and share regular updates with leadership. Collaborate with HR and compliance to ensure all recruiting and selection practices align with NJ regulations and applicable employment law. Coordinate with HR, Operations, and Clinical teams on new hire onboarding, ensuring a smooth handoff from offer to start date. Requirements Required Qualifications At least 2 years of recruiting experience with meaningful exposure to nursing, clinical, or healthcare roles. Working knowledge of NJ nursing credentialing requirements and Compact License regulations. Comfortable sourcing across multiple channels: job boards, social media, direct outreach, and referrals. Proficient with ATS or HCM platforms; Paylocity familiarity is a plus. Strong communication skills and consistent follow-through; candidates and hiring managers both need to trust you. Available to work fully on-site in Howell Township daily, with periodic local travel for outreach and events. Preferred Skills & Attributes Prior experience recruiting for home health, pediatric, or long-term care settings. Familiarity with the NJ healthcare talent market. Experience in high-volume or competitive recruiting environments. Comfort operating inside a small, growing HR function - self-directed and adaptable. Physical Requirements Primarily desk-based with extended periods of sitting and working on a computer. Regular communication via phone, video conferencing, and in-person. Occasional local travel to job fairs, nursing schools, or healthcare facilities. Visual acuity to read and interpret applicant documents and digital platforms. Towne Kids is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Salary Description Exempt; $60,000 - $72,000 (experience based)