The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for overseeing and managing the medical team’s scheduling operations while providing structured team support as needed. This role is primarily operational in focus and ensures optimal staffing coverage, workflow efficiency, and communication across the nursing team. During periods of reduced scheduling demand, this position may assist the Registered Nurse (RN) team with defined support tasks and participate in assigned projects that align with training and competency.
What You'll Do
● Daily review, management, and maintenance of the medical team schedule.
● Forecast staffing needs to ensure appropriate coverage across all platforms.
● Ensure coverage during all operational hours and proactively address gaps.
● Communicate scheduling expectations clearly and professionally to staff members.
● Collaborate with leadership regarding staffing trends, needs, and operational feedback.
● Track productivity and responsiveness metrics and report quantitative data to leadership.
● Provide routine updates to the Director of Nursing regarding scheduling status.
● Provide as-needed updates to the Director of Nursing and HR team regarding scheduling status.
● Maintain accurate documentation and scheduling records.
● Assist with workflow optimization and operational process improvement initiatives.
● Support RN team workflows with structured tasks as assigned.
● Communicate patient-reported concerns or changes to an RN for evaluation.
● Participate in meetings and ad hoc projects as assigned by leadership.
● Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
● Assist with data collection, documentation review, and audits
Required Skills/Abilities:
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Strong verbal and written communication skills.
● Strong time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
● Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing responsibilities.
● Ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote team.
● Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
● Ability to adapt to new processes and innovations.
● Proficiency with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office Suite (emphasis on Excel/Google Sheets).
● Comfort with data analysis and interpretation of operational metrics.
● Experience with or willingness to learn data visualization tools such as Looker Studio (or similar reporting platforms).
● Ability to analyze scheduling trends, productivity metrics, and staffing data to support operational decision-making.
Schedule:
This is a full-time, remote position requiring 40 hours per week.
Monday – Friday, 9a–5p ET.
Education and Experience:
Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
Multi-state/compact required within 30 days of date of hire.
Minimum 2 years of nursing or healthcare experience required.
Experience in healthcare operations, scheduling, or coordination required.
Proficiency with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office Suite required.
Experience working with reporting dashboards, scheduling analytics, or workforce management data preferred.
Physical Requirements:
This position is fully remote and requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.