Location: Chicago,IL, USA
Scheduler
SUMMARY: The Scheduler position is responsible for ensuring appropriate staffing for our facility while maintaining the staffing regulations. Additionally, the incumbent will communicate effectively with all staff, ensuring to track Nursing employees concerns.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain schedule for Certified Nursing Assistants (C.N.A.s) and Nurses (RNs and LPNs)
Reduce overtime to the best of his/her ability in the nursing department in conjunction with the DON/Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and Human Resources Director
Assist in hiring new C.N.A.s on an as needed basis communicating with the DON/ADON and HR Director
Maintain accurate time records for the nursing department; ensuring to monitor attendance (Call-Offs, Tardies, and No Call, No Shows)
Assist with timeclock enrollment and orientation.
Organize nurses stations on a weekly basis
Assist with schedule and transport of residents and assist with scheduling for escort needs.
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess, as a minimum, a high-school diploma or its equivalent
Previous scheduling experience desired
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure
Professional appearance and demeanor
Ability to be resourceful, tactful, and proactive in dealing with any issues that may arise
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum of 50 feet.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.