Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing

Elderwood•Buffalo, NY

10d

About The Position

Elderwood is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Unit Manager to provide clinical and operational leadership for an assigned skilled nursing unit. This hands-on role is accountable for unit oversight, nursing practice, staff development, resident outcomes, and day-to-day operations. The Unit Manager works closely with the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, providers, rehabilitation professionals, and other interdisciplinary team members. Facility leaders also receive support from Elderwood Administrative Services, including the Chief Nursing Officer and an assigned Regional Nurse Consultant. Elderwood provides long-term care, memory care, and subacute rehabilitation. Its clinical setting serves residents with ongoing care needs and short-stay patients transitioning from hospital to home. Care capabilities include IV therapy, PICC-line management, wound-vac therapy, complex wound care, ostomy care, enteral feeding, and dialysis coordination. The position provides 24-hour oversight and accountability for the assigned unit and is primarily on a generally day-shift schedule, with flexibility according to facility and unit needs. Nurses demonstrating strong performance, leadership potential, and interest in future Director of Nursing opportunities may be considered for development opportunities, including Widener University’s 12-week Director of Nursing Leadership Academy.

Requirements

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State.
Minimum of 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.
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 the 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 resident 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.