Nursing Scheduler

Athena Health Care Systems; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Overtime pay

Career advancement

Employer discount program

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Vacation and personal time

Health, dental, vision

Job summary

Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is seeking an experienced Nursing Scheduler to manage staffing in the nursing department, maintain a master schedule, and post schedules 2–4 weeks in advance. You will also coordinate payroll data in ADP and liaise with DNS/Administrator to resolve staffing issues.

The role offers a stable schedule from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., competitive hourly pay up to $25, and weekly pay, with opportunities to strengthen operations and teamwork in a 162-bed facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one year clerical experience.
• On-the-job training in scheduling provided.
• CNAs preferred but not required.
• Must read/write/speak English.
• Able to make independent decisions when needed.
• Able to interact professionally with staff and residents.
• Familiar with Microsoft Word/Excel and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize, prioritize, and coordinate nursing staff schedules.
• Develop and utilize a master schedule at all times.
• Post schedules 2–4 weeks in advance, minimum.
• Identify staffing problems and communicate with DNS/Administrator.
• Update payroll in ADP daily/weekly.
• Maintain daily staffing sheets and required staff sheets.
• Seek to fill open positions to limit overtime.
• Develop positive relationships within the nursing department.

Skills

Clerical experience

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Nursing Scheduler at Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Nursing Scheduler to join our team at Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, a 162-bed skilled nursing facility. As part of our commitment to providing exceptional care and services, we offer a competitive salary up to $25 an hour with weekly pay, and an 8 a–4 p schedule.

About The Role

As the Nursing Scheduler, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that staffing levels in our nursing department are maintained in accordance with facility budget and protocol. This includes organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating all nursing staff schedules, developing and utilizing a master schedule, and posting staffing schedules 2–4 weeks in advance. You will also identify staffing problems, take initiative to resolve them, and communicate with DNS and/or Administrator as needed.

Responsibilities

• Organize, prioritize, and coordinate all nursing staff schedules


• Develop and utilize a master schedule at all times


• Post staffing schedules 2–4 weeks in advance, minimum


• Identify staffing problems, take initiative to resolve, and communicate with DNS and/or Administrator


• Update and prepare payroll in ADP for Corporate Bookkeeper on a daily/weekly basis


• Maintain daily staffing sheets and DPH required staff sheet


• Seek opportunities to fill open positions in a manner which limits overtime


• Develop positive relationships with members of the nursing department

Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent preferred


• Minimum one (1) year experience in clerical


• On-the-job training provided in scheduling


• Preferably a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), but not required


• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language


• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action


• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public


• Must be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, basic computer skills, and mathematical ability


• Ability to work harmoniously with other personnel


• Ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.


• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices

What We Offer

• Competitive and Weekly Pay


• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees


• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees


• Career Advancement Opportunities


• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits for Eligible Team Members

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance


• 401(k) with Employer Match


• Vacation and Personal Time


• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our agency follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).