Nursing Scheduler: Ensure Seamless Care Coverage

WeCare; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

WeCare is seeking a Nursing Scheduler for our skilled nursing facility to ensure adequate nursing coverage and smooth day-to-day operations. This role collaborates with CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and nursing leadership to maintain staffing levels and schedules.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and an effective communicator, able to manage multiple priorities. Experience with scheduling software and a calm problem-solving approach are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Previous scheduling, staffing, healthcare, or administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain nursing schedules for CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and nursing supervisors.
• Ensure appropriate staffing coverage based on facility needs and established staffing requirements.
• Monitor daily staffing levels and proactively address open shifts and potential coverage gaps.
• Manage call-offs, schedule changes, shift replacements, and employee availability.
• Communicate open shifts and staffing needs to nursing employees in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with the Director of Nursing, HR, and facility leadership regarding staffing needs.
• Track employee availability, requested days off, vacations, leaves of absence, and schedule changes.
• Assist with minimizing overtime and agency usage by identifying internal staffing solutions whenever possible.
• Maintain accurate scheduling and staffing records.
• Assist with onboarding new nursing employees into the schedule.
• Communicate professionally and consistently with employees regarding schedules and staffing needs.
• Help identify recurring staffing trends and areas of concern.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow facility policies and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

WeCare is seeking a Nursing Scheduler for our skilled nursing facility to ensure adequate nursing coverage and smooth day-to-day operations. This role collaborates with CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and nursing leadership to maintain staffing levels and schedules.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and an effective communicator, able to manage multiple priorities. Experience with scheduling software and a calm problem-solving approach are highly valued.