Nurse Scheduler

Ohio Living•Columbus, OH

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life each day at work! Be it through providing healing, eradicating loneliness, contributing to efficiencies, streamlining processes, being dependable, sparking creativity or something else, the demonstration of HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job. Alongside our valued employees, we are making a difference throughout the state of Ohio in the lives of those that need healthcare or those embracing the next chapter of their lives. Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, inclusion, financial stewardship, leadership and care. The Scheduler - LPC ensures adequate staffing of Nurses and CNAs within the life plan community in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. The Scheduler compiles information for payroll and HR for the nursing staff, maintains all records for attendance, organizes and monitors various lists and schedules for the Nursing Department, and provides clerical support for the department.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Two years of scheduling experience required.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Two years of long-term care experience preferred.
Experience with direct patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

Uses scheduling system to prepare Nursing Department schedule.
Adjusts schedule according to staff availability.
Keeps the staff current with changes in scheduling procedures and policies as needed.
Participates in the orientation, in-services, and continuing education of staff as requested.
Uses the computer system to run reports and evaluate data entry accuracy.
Edits or reports data entry accuracy problems as needed.
Assists in the verification of data entry and payroll processes.
Maintains current and accurate staff through the use of an electronic scheduling system by entering employee information and other related details in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations as it relates to the scheduling system.
Completes scheduling requirements, minimizing overtime wherever possible.
Responsible for accurate, timely communication related to scheduling.
Prints and distributes staff itineraries as needed.
Responds to staff calls in a timely manner related to scheduling.
Develops and maintains close working relationships with employees and contract staff.
Communicates daily staffing issues/concerns to nursing leadership.
All other duties as assigned.