Nursing Scheduler

Job description

Title: Nursing Scheduler State Role Title: Office and AdmSupport Workers, All Other Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience: Pay Band: 3: Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop: Location: Catawba Hospital: Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/catawba/: Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties: Responsible for coordinating and optimizing nursing staff utilization to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective patient care. Works collaboratively with unit leadership to implement and maintain the Master Staffing Plan, balancing patient acuity, census, and appropriate skill mix across all shifts. Develops and manages staff schedules using KRONOS, ensures timely communication of staffing needs, and coordinates coverage with PRN and wage pool staff. Monitors staffing patterns, maintains accurate documentation, and adjusts schedules as needed to address operational demands. Supports onboarding by providing schedules to new hires, responds to staff requests in a timely manner, and facilitates scheduling for education and performance improvement activities. Maintains strong communication with nursing leadership and staff while participating in required training and...