Staff Scheduler

About the role

The Scheduler provides administrative support within the hospital, including the nursing team, the patients, medical staff and executive staff. The Scheduler ensures monthly nursing schedules are set up and completed to provide the best possible care to our patients. They assist with call-offs and find suitable replacements and coverage for the floor.

Responsibilities

• Schedules aides and nurses using a monthly schedule, which is put out at least 30 days in advance.
• Takes staff call-offs and maintains the call-off log.
• Works with the DON and CEO to ensure correct coverage is in place at all times.
• Acts as a liaison between clinical floor staff and administration regarding staffing, supplies, and education.
• Affixes new nursing aide staff and completes competency packets during General Orientation.
• Contacts various hospital departments to change schedules, arrange for patient transportation, unit cleaning, or equipment repair, and to order medications, physical therapy, supplies, etc.
• Performs related clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, running errands, completing patient census forms, ordering stationary and pens, fax machine, etc., if applicable.
• Observes and supports hospital policy, mission statement, and vision.
• Sustains a professional approach with confidentiality.
• Affirms protection and privacy of health information as attained through written, electronic, or oral disclosures.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• At least 1 year of scheduling experience is required, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Experience in behavioral health or acute care setting is preferred.
• Previous experience with a scheduling tool, such as Shift Hound or SmartForce, is a plus.
• Availability to respond for staffing emergencies, including after-hours, holidays, and weekends, as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are maintained.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• NPH 401(k) plan with up to 4% Company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO and Time Off Policy
• Special tuition offers through Capella University
• Professional growth opportunities
• Employee Discounts through LifeMart
• Flexible work/life balance