Scheduler CNA

Position Overview

The Nurse Scheduler generates, manages and updates master schedules while making adjustments as needed according to budgetary constraints, census fluctuations, call-ins, and pre-planned leaves of absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Fulfilling staffing vacancies in advance to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts
• Recommends new approaches and effective scheduling practices for continual improvements and efficiency in staffing
• Advises and communicates with Executive Director and Director of Nursing of staffing, scheduling needs and/or shortages identified during assessment of nursing schedules
• Serves as a liaison between the Director of Nursing Services, Executive Director and Human Resources when it has been identified there is a potential leave or assistance situation with a Care Team Member
• Handles various inquiries from Care Team Members regarding scheduling and provides solutions where needed
• Validates PTO availability with Human Resources prior to approval
• Keeps meticulous attendance records and assists communicating if staff members accrue excessive absences and/or tardies
• Communicates with Unit Managers and the Director of Nursing Services regarding floor orientation schedules for newly hired Care Team Members in the nursing department
• Checks time clock punch records daily against master schedules and notes the appropriate changes
• Utilizes computer software to prepare, change and update the master schedule
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including but not limited to; weekend and holiday rotation and work the on-call schedule rotation

Qualifications

• Previous scheduling experience in a long-term care setting preferred
• Active CNA license in good standing required