Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position will be responsible for scheduling assignments for all nursing staff who care for patients at the Wyoming State Hospital.

The city of Evanston is a small and friendly Rocky Mountain community that is a 45-minute drive from the world-famous ski slopes of Park City, Utah. There are concerts, shopping, dining, professional sporting events, and an international airport 60 minutes away in Salt Lake City. Evanston's area is excellent for recreational activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / brenda.hales@wyo.gov / 307-444-0791

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Scheduling of nursing personnel.
• Work closely with the nursing department to Ensure adequate nursing coverage is provided for all units to meet standards of care and patient care needs.
• Work as a direct care staff on the halls as needed and as part of the emergency staff plan.
• Responsible for completing a 28-day schedule for CNA/MHT staff.
• Complete, distribute, and update daily worksheets for all units.
• Complete reports as assigned.
• Review/approve/deny nursing vacation requests.
• Enter data into the Kronos system and ensure its accuracy.
• Must be dependable.
• Maintains department records system, including filing, scanning, retrieving, archiving Nursing documents, researching files, etc.
• Makes calls and answers telephones and may route calls to appropriate staff.
• The specialized nature of the job may require training/guiding others in an agency-specific process.
• Reviews and verifies data.
• Explains procedures.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to those with experience in scheduling.

KNOWLEDGE:

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  Knowledge of office procedures, filing, alphabetizing, English language, and arithmetic.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and email programs.
• Knowledge of reviewing and editing documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Knowledge of methods used to deal with the public tactfully.
• Knowledge of telephone etiquette and coordinating telephone and visitor traffic.
• Knowledge of preparation of records, reports, and correspondence.
• Knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
• Good interpersonal relations, time management, and proficient oral and written communication skills; phone etiquette.
• Accurate and detail-oriented.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Skill in using computer e-mail, scheduling, and tracking programs.
• Ability to be flexible.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or one-quarter of one's body weight.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

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  Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
• Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• A background check, including fingerprinting, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• A current Influenza Vaccination is required.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/life/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, state retirement plan, deferred compensation program, and longevity pay.
• Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
• The Wyoming State Hospital uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Supplemental Information

048-Department of Health - Behavioral Health Division - Wyoming State Hospital

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