Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing
About The Position
Elderwood at Waverly is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager to lead one of their nursing units within their skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for a nurse confident in long-term care, comfortable leading teams with varying levels of experience, and committed to building consistency, accountability, and quality on the unit. The role is for a steady, experienced RN who knows how to lead CNAs, support newer staff, and drive clinical standards. This is not a maintenance role; the Unit Manager will help stabilize and strengthen the unit team, improve clinical consistency and resident outcomes, and be a key partner in shaping the culture and performance of the facility.
Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license - New York State
- Minimum 2+ years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care setting
- Prior leadership experience (Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Supervisor) required
- Strong ability to lead, coach, and hold staff accountable
- Experience working with CNA teams and developing newer staff
- Confidence in handling family communication, clinical oversight, and regulatory expectations
Nice To Haves
- Experience with dementia population strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide 24-hour oversight of the assigned nursing unit.
- Supervise, coach, and develop nursing staff, with a strong focus on CNA support and performance.
- Set clear expectations for care delivery, accountability, and teamwork.
- Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of resident care plans.
- Monitor clinical indicators and proactively address resident needs.
- Ensure high standards in documentation, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
- Serve as a key point of contact for families and providers.
- Communicate changes in condition and care plans clearly and professionally.
- Address concerns and support service recovery when needed.
- Manage daily staffing, call-ins, and scheduling needs.
- Participate in hiring, performance management, and staff development.
- Conduct daily rounds to ensure quality and environment standards are met.
Benefits
- Leadership team focused on strengthening operations, staffing, and culture
- Opportunity to make a real impact on team development and care quality
- A role where experience and leadership will be valued and relied upon
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
