Staff Scheduler

Scheduler

Provides administrative support within the hospital, including the nursing team, the patients, medical staff and executive staff.

• Ensures monthly nursing schedules are set up and completed to provide the best possible care to our patients.
• Assists with call-offs and finds suitable replacements and coverage for the floor.

Benefits

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

Schedules

• Schedules aides and nurses using a monthly schedule.
• The schedule 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.
• Aid in orienting new nursing aide staff and complete competency packets during General Orientation.
• Contacts various hospital departments in order 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.

Supports

• Observes and supports hospital policy, mission statement, and vision.
• Sustains a professional approach with confidentiality.
• Assures protection and privacy of health information as attained through written, electronic or oral disclosures.

Qualifications

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