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Summary:

The Scheduler is primarily responsible for scheduling nursing staff and other elements of staff support for licensed nurse, certified medication aides (CNAs & SRNAs) and certified nursing assistants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develops and posts work schedules at least two weeks, normally four weeks in advance. Ensures timely Certified Nurse Aide (CNAs, SRNAs) and Nurse assignments to meet needs of new admissions as well as existing residents Maintains schedule on a daily basis of any staffing changes or resident status changes and communicates accordingly Facilitates the timely completion of paper work and data entry pertinent and necessary to fulfill job duties. Maintains tracking system (house in Paycor & Survey Files) for CNA and Nurse annual license renewal and communicates to the Kentucky Board of Nursing, health center nursing administration, and the human resources department. Maintains a current listing of employee contact numbers for call-in. Notifies the Director of Nursing (DON) of short staffing situations; contacts replacement personnel and modifies schedule when required. Keeps a pool of replacements and coordinates vacations and time-off requests. Coordinates time-off requests with the DON. Maintains records of employees who miss shifts; produces reports. Coordinates with DON to secure contract labor when necessary. Communicates staff assignments to managers and staff Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency in the Smartlinx computer software program and of proper documentation procedures.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Required Education:

High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)

Required Experience:

2 years' related experience

Preferred Experience:

Long term care setting Required License and/or

Certification:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Nurse - KMA preferred Must be: Comfortable securing wheelchairs/driving/parking and maneuvering a 12 passenger bus in tight parking lots - No CDL required Escort resident door to door during physician's appointments