Nursing Scheduler

Heatherwood Rehab; Plymouth (MA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Overtime pay

Career advancement

Employer discount

Job summary

Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is seeking a detail-oriented Nursing Scheduler to maintain staffing levels within budget and protocol. You will organize, coordinate, and post master schedules 2–4 weeks in advance while resolving staffing issues and communicating with leadership.

The role requires clerical experience, scheduling training, and strong English skills. CNA is preferred but not required, with opportunities for payroll support and collaboration with the administrative team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one year of clerical experience.
• On-the-job scheduling training provided.
• CNA preferred but not required.
• Must read/write/speak English.

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 and communicate with DNS/Administrator.
• Update and prepare payroll in ADP for Corporate Bookkeeper daily/weekly.
• Maintain daily staffing sheets and DPH staff sheet.
• Seek opportunities to fill open positions with minimal overtime.
• Develop positive relationships with nursing department.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma

CNA certification preferred

Tools

ADP payroll system

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 8a-4p 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

Available 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).