Nurse Scheduler (CNA)

Journey Skilled Nursing•Stone Mountain, GA

About The Position

Journey is seeking a detail-oriented, organized Nurse Scheduler to coordinate nursing schedules, maintain appropriate staffing levels, and support the operational efficiency of its healthcare facility. The role develops and posts schedules, builds relationships with care team members to fill open shifts, and modifies schedules when needed. It also coordinates time-off requests, monitors attendance records and related special-pay programs, and shares staffing or timekeeping concerns with facility leaders and HR/Payroll. The role requires state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Qualified Medication Assistant (QMA), and at least six months of relevant scheduling experience. During critical staffing needs, a scheduler who holds CNA or QMA certification may be required to work in that capacity and meet the requirements and essential functions of that role. A high school education or equivalent is preferred. Journey describes its mission as achieving exceptional quality outcomes through a world-class Care Team, with a focus on supporting residents and communities. The company offers a supportive, collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

Requirements

State certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Qualified Medication Assistant (QMA) is required.
At least 6 months of experience scheduling Certified Nursing Assistants, Qualified Medication Assistants, and/or Nurses.
A minimum of a high school education or equivalent diploma is preferred.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of a high school education or high school equivalent diploma is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and post work schedules in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy to meet staffing requirements.
Build relationships and trust with care team members to contact them about open shifts and modify schedules when necessary.
Maintain current contact information for care team members for call-ins.
Coordinate time-off requests and obtain approval from the Director of Nursing.
Notify the Executive Director and Director of Nursing of potential short or critical staffing levels.
Manage attendance records and any perfect-attendance or other attendance-related special-pay programs offered by the company.
Report necessary information to HR/Payroll to ensure time records are accurately captured.
If holding CNA or QMA certification, function in that certified role during critical staffing needs when required, meeting the requirements and essential job functions of that role.