Nursing Scheduler - Washington Square Nursing & Rehab

Washington Square Healthcare is currently looking for a Nursing Staff Coordinator! Candidates will be responsible for the completion of the nursing schedule under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Nursing and/or Director of Nursing. This role is responsible for maintaining schedules for Skilled Nursing employees.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate and manage staffing schedule and job assignments according to nursing department budgetary guidelines and needs. Contacts personnel to fill-in when there is an absence of another staff member.
• Provides support to the building, which includes answering telephones and greeting guests and vendors as they arrive.
• Addresses employee satisfaction issues immediately and assists in resolving the matter in a professional manner.
• Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a positive, helpful and enthusiastic attitude.
• Acts appropriately under the direction of the Assistant Director of Nursing and/or Director of Nursing and acts as an active member of the interdiscplinary team.
• Effectively manage a schedule of rotating agency personnel at the needs of the facility.
• Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law, Fire and Disaster Drills, and Resident Rights. 

Job Requirements include:

• Highschool diploma required, or sufficient experience and knowledge to perform the job functions.
• OnShift experience.
• Experience with Long Term Care scheduling preferred, but not necessary.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess experience in typing, filing, copying and other clerical functions.
• Possess strong organization skills, and attention to detail, and projects a professional image.
• Must meet health assessment requirements, including two stage Mantoux skin test.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to communicate in English, verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) is preferred.