Staff Scheduler

NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Scheduler to provide essential administrative support within a dynamic hospital environment. This role involves managing nursing schedules, maintaining effective communication between staff and administration, and ensuring optimal patient care through efficient staffing solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to confidentiality, contributing to a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. Join a forward-thinking organization that values quality care and teamwork, while making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients with complex medical needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required with 1 year of scheduling experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly schedules for aides and nurses, ensuring proper coverage.
• Act as a liaison between clinical staff and administration regarding staffing.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Scheduling

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Shift Hound

SmartForce

Job description

Founded fifteen (15) years ago, NPH is the largest hospital system in the nation providing care to patients with both neurological and medical needs. We are unique in that we serve a population which others have been previously unable to, largely due the patient’s underlying medical issues. Our facilities maintain an inter-disciplinary focus using a multi-specialty approach for both neuropsychiatric and complex medical care issues. This proven approach provides unrivaled quality care for all of our patients. We have multiple locations throughout the United States and are continuing to add locations to ensure better access to our unique model of care.

Overview

The scheduler provides administrative support within the hospital, including the nursing team, the patients, medical staff and executive staff. The Scheduler will ensure monthly nursing schedules are set up and completed to provide the best possible care to our patients. They will also assist with call-offs and finding suitable replacements and coverage for the floor.

Responsibilities

• Schedules aides and nurses using a monthly schedule, which 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.
• Assists in orienting new nursing aide staff and completes competency packets during General Orientation.
• Contacts various hospital departments 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, faxing, etc. if applicable.
• Observes and supports hospital policy, mission statement, and vision. Supports and enforces infection-control policies and procedures.
• Contributes to the collection and evaluation of data for the nursing Quality Review Program and Performance Improvement activities.
• Maintains a professional approach with confidentiality, assuring protection and privacy of health information as attained through written, electronic, or oral disclosures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1 year of scheduling experience preferred.
• Previous experience with a scheduling tool, such as Shift Hound or SmartForce, is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel.