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Communicarehealth

Nursing Staff Scheduler

Cowen, WV · On-site

The Nursing Staff Scheduler position exists to provide staffing coordination to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times. This position must work effectively ...

Wingate Healthcare, Inc.

Nurse Scheduler

Kingston, MA · On-site

$32/hr

Coordinate full-time nursing schedules * Manage time-off and holiday requests * Coordinate with nurse staffing agencies as needed Position Requirements: * High school diploma required * Previous ...

Brownhealth

Nursing Resource Scheduler

Providence, RI · On-site

Reporting to the Manager of Administration Operations for the Nursing Resource Center, the Nursing Resource Inpatient Schedulermanages all aspects of staffing, scheduling and payroll for all levels ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for nursing scheduler in the United States is $20.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nursing scheduler?

A nursing scheduler, also referred to as a staffing coordinator, is responsible for the coordination and attendance of all nursing shifts at a hospital or medical care facility. As a nursing scheduler, your duties are to make sure that each shift has the appropriate number of nurses working as well as nurses who are on-call. Other duties may include approving contracts with staffing agencies, checking time punch records, and reviewing requests for time off. Your responsibilities may differ slightly, depending on the size of the facility at which you work. At smaller facilities, you may be in charge of scheduling all nurses’ shifts, while at a large hospital, you may be responsible for a single unit or department.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nursing scheduler, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nursing Scheduler, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with staff scheduling, typically supported by a background in healthcare administration or a related field. Familiarity with scheduling software such as Kronos, Shiftboard, or Smartlinx, and proficiency in MS Office are commonly required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management skills help resolve conflicts and adapt to last-minute changes. These abilities are crucial for ensuring adequate staffing, maintaining compliance, and supporting smooth healthcare operations.

What are the main challenges nursing schedulers face when coordinating staff schedules, and how can they be effectively managed?

Nursing Schedulers often encounter challenges such as last-minute shift changes, balancing staff availability with patient needs, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. Effective management involves strong communication skills, familiarity with scheduling software, and the ability to anticipate staffing shortages or surges. Building positive relationships with nursing staff and staying organized helps ensure that shifts are filled efficiently and that patient care standards are maintained.

What is the difference between Nursing Scheduler vs Nursing Coordinator?

AspectNursing SchedulerNursing Coordinator
CertificationsTypically none required, but familiarity with scheduling software helpfulRN license often preferred or required
Work EnvironmentOffice or hospital administrative settingClinical setting, working directly with nursing staff and patients
Primary ResponsibilitiesCreating and managing staff schedulesOverseeing patient care coordination and staff management
Industry UsageCommon in hospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesCommon in hospitals, healthcare organizations, and clinics

While both roles are essential in healthcare staffing, a Nursing Scheduler primarily focuses on creating staff schedules, whereas a Nursing Coordinator has broader responsibilities including patient care oversight and staff management. The Nursing Scheduler role is more administrative, often requiring familiarity with scheduling tools, while the Nursing Coordinator typically holds an RN license and works directly in clinical settings.

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Infographic showing various Nursing Scheduler job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,458 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Nursing Staff Scheduler

Cowen, WV • On-site

Communicarehealth
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 158 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

729th of 895 rated healthcare providers

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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Address:

411 Erbacon Road Cowen, WV 26206


Webster Healthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is currently recruiting for a Nursing Staff Scheduler to join our team.

PURPOSE/BELIEF STATEMENT:

The Nursing Staff Scheduler position exists to provide staffing coordination to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times. This position must work effectively with team members in ensuring that work is accomplished in a timely, effective, well organized, and safe manner, while focusing on delivering quality resident care. The position must also manage the resources that are available to them in their job.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Follows the master staffing schedule created by the DON or designee.
  • Communicates continuously with DON or designee to ensure coordination of information and maintain accuracy of nursing schedule.
  • Prepares daily staffing sheets with continual revisions as necessary.
  • Follows center policy and DON guidelines for numbers and assignment of staff and protocol for use of agency and in-house pool.
  • Completes a listing of vacant nursing positions for DON weekly.
  • Performs attendance and paid time off administration for nursing staff.
  • Perform all other general and/or specific administrative staffing duties required.
  • Perform other related activities as assigned or requested.
  • Maintain and work within established departmental, center, and corporate policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • High school graduate or G. E. D. equivalent
  • Prior staff scheduling experience required

Benefits

As a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical, dental, and vision coverage from quality benefit carriers. We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.

About Us

A family-owned company, we have grown to become one of the nation's largest providers of post-acute care, which includes skilled nursing rehabilitation centers, long-term care centers, assisted living communities, independent rehabilitation centers, and long-term acute care hospitals (LTACH). Since 1984, we have provided superior, comprehensive management services for the development and management of adult living communities. We have a single job description at CommuniCare, "to reach out with our hearts and touch the hearts of others." Through this effort we create "Caring Communities" where staff, residents, clients, and family members care for and about one another.


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