Nurse Manager RN LTC, The Living Centers South Unit I, Rehab Unit

Finger Lakes Health•Geneva, NY

11d

About The Position

Living Center South is seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Manager to provide clinical and operational leadership in its Long Term Care environment. The role supports quality outcomes, patient safety, and a positive resident and family experience while fostering a supportive, collaborative, and professional work environment for staff. The Nurse Manager reports to the Director of Nursing – LTC and the Administrative Director of Nursing. The role supervises CNA Trainees, CNAs, Senior CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and Unit Clerks. The position requires a current New York State RN license and graduation from an accredited Registered Professional Nurse program. A BSN or a master’s degree in nursing or a related field is preferred. The position requires at least two years of nursing experience or two years of Long Term Care experience. Prior management or leadership experience is preferred. The Nurse Manager ensures compliance with New York State Department of Health regulations and organizational policies, promotes resident dignity and well-being, and uses data and analytical skills to assess needs, implement improvement initiatives, and evaluate outcomes. The role involves occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens, including possible contact with blood, body fluids, and tissue.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Registered Professional Nurse program.
Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
At least two years of nursing experience or two years of Long Term Care experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with staff, residents, families, physicians, and healthcare team members.
Demonstrated leadership and management competencies.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of management systems, quality improvement, and performance evaluation.
Familiarity with New York State Department of Health requirements.
Computer proficiency, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
Knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan.
Ability to assess resident needs and deliver age-appropriate care within assigned areas of responsibility.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or a master’s degree in nursing or a related field.
Prior management or leadership experience.
Experience with Microsoft Office products and Meditech.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight to ensure quality of care and resident safety.
Create an environment that promotes staff development, empowerment, teamwork, and best nursing practices.
Allocate resources to support efficient, compassionate, and fiscally responsible care delivery.
Coordinate care across departments to support interdisciplinary collaboration and communication.
Participate in recruitment, selection, orientation, education, credentialing, and retention of nursing staff.
Ensure compliance with New York State Department of Health regulations and organizational policies.
Model and promote a customer-focused healing environment that supports dignity, respect, and resident well-being.
Use data and analytical skills to assess departmental needs, implement improvement initiatives, and evaluate outcomes.
Support project management initiatives while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
Supervise CNA Trainees, CNAs, Senior CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and Unit Clerks.