Salary$38.00/hr.-$47.90/hr.
OverviewUnit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing
Lead a Unit. Build a Team. Set the Standard.
This Role is for a True Nurse Leader.
Elderwood is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager to lead one of our nursing units within our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility.
This is a hands-on leadership role - ideal for a nurse who is confident in long-term care, comfortable leading teams with varying levels of experience, and committed to building consistency, accountability, and quality on the unit.
If you are a steady, experienced RN who knows how to lead CNAs, support newer staff, and drive clinical standards, we want to connect with you.
Who This Role is Ideal For:
- A seasoned RN who prefers leadership over task-based nursing
- A nurse who brings structure, calm, and consistency to their team
- Someone who takes pride in mentoring CNAs and improving team performance
- A leader who is comfortable stepping into a unit that needs strength, guidance, and accountability
Why This Role Matters; this is not a maintenance role. You will:
- Help stabilize and strengthen your unit team
- Improve clinical consistency and resident outcomes
- Be a key partner in shaping the culture and performance of the facility
Apply Today
If you’re ready to lead, mentor, and make a meaningful impact - we’d like to connect with you.
Responsibilities
Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing - What You’ll Lead:
Unit Leadership & Team Oversight
- Provide 24-hour oversight of your 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
Clinical Oversight & Resident Care
- 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
Family & Physician Communication
- 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
Operations & Staffing
- 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
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Qualifications
Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing - What We’re Looking For:
- 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
- Experience with dementia population strongly preferred
