Staff Scheduler

N P H; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to healing both body and mind. This role as a Scheduler is vital in ensuring that nursing schedules are efficiently managed, allowing for the highest quality of patient care. You will collaborate with nursing staff and administration, addressing staffing needs and maintaining essential communication across departments. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a compassionate team dedicated to improving lives. If you're looking for a role that balances responsibility with the chance to make a real difference, this is the place for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with up to 4% Company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO and Time Off Policy

Tuition offers through Capella University

Work/life balance

Employee Discounts through LifeMart

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with scheduling experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly schedules for aides and nurses, ensuring timely coverage.
• Act as liaison between clinical staff and administration on staffing needs.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Scheduling

Staff Coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Shift Hound

SmartForce

Job description

HEALING THE BODY AND MIND

About Us
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 previously been unable to, largely due to 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.

Benefits Of Joining NPH

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• NPH 401(k) plan with up to 4% Company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Programs
• Generous PTO and Time Off Policy
• Special tuition offers through Capella University
• Work/life balance with great professional growth opportunities
• Employee Discounts through LifeMart

Responsibilities

• Schedules aides and nurses using a monthly schedule. The schedule 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, fax machine, 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. Contributes to Performance Improvement activities.
• Maintains a professional approach with confidentiality. Assures protection and privacy of health information as attained through written, electronic or oral disclosures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of scheduling experience required, in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health or acute care setting preferred.
• Previous experience with a scheduling tool, such as Shift Hound or SmartForce a plus.
• Availability to respond for staffing emergencies, including after-hours, holidays, and weekends as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care