Impactful Night Shift Nursing Staffing Scheduler

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, Michigan is seeking a detail-oriented Nursing Staffing Scheduler to join our team on the night shift. You will manage nursing staff schedules and ensure adequate coverage across units while partnering with nursing leadership to optimize organizational throughput.

The role requires strong scheduling software proficiency, analytical skills, and a commitment to accuracy, compliance with labor regulations, and staff satisfaction through effective communication and

Qualifications

• Proficient in scheduling software and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and numerical abilities for staffing patterns.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in schedules.
• Clear communication with nursing staff and leadership.
• Ability to work independently during night shifts.
• Problem-solving skills for scheduling conflicts.
• Knowledge of healthcare operations and nursing workflows.
• Familiarity with labor regulations and scheduling compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain nursing staff schedules to meet throughput and patient care needs.
• Analyze staffing patterns and workload data to identify gaps and improvements.
• Coordinate with nursing managers to adjust schedules as needed.
• Use scheduling software to create compliant, efficient rosters.
• Monitor schedule adherence and resolve coverage issues promptly.
• Prepare staffing reports and analytics for management decisions.
• Communicate changes to staff clearly and timely.
• Ensure compliance with labor regulations and union agreements.
• Respond to emergencies and last-minute changes while preserving schedule integrity.
• Collaborate with HR and payroll for accurate time tracking and pay.
• Continuously evaluate processes and suggest efficiency improvements.

Skills

Scheduling software

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent night shift

Problem-solving

Healthcare operations knowledge

Labor regulations knowledge

Multi-tasking

Tools

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, Michigan is seeking a detail-oriented Nursing Staffing Scheduler to join our team on the night shift. You will manage nursing staff schedules and ensure adequate coverage across units while partnering with nursing leadership to optimize organizational throughput.

The role requires strong scheduling software proficiency, analytical skills, and a commitment to accuracy, compliance with labor regulations, and staff satisfaction through effective communication and