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$82,368 - $118,976 / year

Overview

RN Unit Manager

Pay Rate Range: $82,368 - $118,976 / year — Earn more with experience!Status: Full-TimeLocation: Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, NY — Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics

Why Join Elderwood?

We’re not just offering a job — we’re inviting you to build a meaningful career making a real difference in the lives of others. Join a dedicated team that values your leadership and clinical expertise.

What We Offer

  • NEW! Gas Allowance Stipend (Full-time & Part-time)

  • Newly renovated building

  • Shift Differentials

  • Full Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)

  • Increased Tuition Assistance for Clinical Tracks

  • Employee Referral Program

RN Unit Manager – Position Overview

The RN Unit Manager is responsible for the management of nursing services and the oversight of social programming for all residents on their assigned unit—24 hours a day. The role includes communication with physicians, families, interdisciplinary team members, performance evaluations, hiring, staff education, and ensuring compliance with all clinical policies and procedures. This position plays a key role in reporting, documentation, care planning, implementation, and evaluation.

 

 

Make your next career move a meaningful one — join Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid and lead a team that truly makes a difference.Apply today!

Responsibilities

RN Unit Manager Responsibilties:

  • Develop, implement, and evaluate resident care plans and coordinate interdisciplinary goals and interventions.

  • Maintain a safe, orderly, and therapeutic environment for residents and staff.

  • Participate in staff meetings, care conferences, and required in-service trainings.

  • Supervise, support, and evaluate nursing staff performance.

  • Provide leadership by encouraging staff engagement and recognizing outstanding contributions.

  • Foster communication among clinical and non-clinical departments to ensure resident-centered care.

  • Ensure proper documentation and compliance with facility and regulatory standards.

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Qualifications

RN Unit Manager Qualifications:

  • Current NYS license and registration as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) required.

  • Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience.

  • At least one (1) year of experience in a nursing leadership role.

  • Interest or experience in geriatrics strongly preferred.

  • Current CPR/BLS certification required.

  • Experience working with dementia populations is desirable.

  • Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and compassion in all interactions.

 

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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