Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing

Elderwood • Lake Placid, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Unit Manager to lead an assigned nursing unit in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. This hands-on leadership role is suited to an RN experienced in long-term care who can lead nursing teams, support staff with varying experience levels, and promote consistency, accountability, and quality care. The Unit Manager provides 24-hour oversight and accountability for the assigned unit and works primarily on a generally day-shift schedule, with flexibility based on facility and unit needs.

The role combines team leadership, clinical oversight, resident care, communication, and unit operations. The Unit Manager supervises and develops nursing staff, with a particular focus on CNA support and performance; oversees resident care planning and clinical indicators; and promotes strong documentation, infection control, and regulatory compliance. The manager also communicates with families and providers, responds to concerns, and manages staffing and scheduling needs.

Facility clinical teams are supported by Elderwood Administrative Services, including organization-wide clinical leadership from the Chief Nursing Officer and guidance from an assigned Regional Nurse Consultant. Nurses showing strong performance and leadership potential may be considered for future development opportunities, including Widener University’s 12-week Director of Nursing Leadership Academy.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State.
• At least 2 years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care setting.
• Prior leadership experience as a Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, or Supervisor.
• Strong ability to lead, coach, and hold staff accountable.
• Experience working with CNA teams and developing newer staff.
• Confidence handling family communication, clinical oversight, and regulatory expectations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the dementia population is 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

• Gas allowance stipend for full-time and part-time employees.
• Newly renovated building.
• Shift differentials.
• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Increased tuition assistance for clinical tracks.
• Employee referral program.
• Potential advanced development experiences, including Widener University’s Director of Nursing Leadership Academy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed