Unit Manager RN for Long Term Care Facility

Position Summary:

The Unit Manager is responsible for overseeing the clinical operations and nursing staff of an assigned unit within a long-term care or skilled nursing facility. This role combines leadership and direct care, ensuring high-quality resident outcomes, regulatory compliance, and effective team coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Oversight:

• Coordinate and oversee all nursing care provided on the unit.

• Ensure care plans are accurate, updated, and followed.

• Monitor resident conditions and ensure timely physician and family notification of changes.

• Conduct clinical rounds to assess resident status, evaluate staff performance, and address care issues.

• Participate in resident admissions, discharges, and transfers.

• Administer medications and treatments as needed in compliance with policies and physician orders.

Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise and mentor nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs) on the unit.

• Provide ongoing coaching, performance evaluations, and corrective actions when necessary.

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and staff development.

• Create and manage staffing schedules to ensure proper coverage.

• Ensure staff adhere to infection control, safety, and clinical protocols.

Regulatory & Quality Assurance:

• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, including documentation and resident rights.

• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.

• Prepare for and assist during state surveys and audits.

• Investigate incidents and implement follow-up actions or reporting as required.

Communication & Coordination:

• Communicate effectively with families, residents, staff, physicians, and other departments.

• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and resident care plan meetings.

• Support a positive, respectful environment for residents and staff.

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in state of employment, in good standing

• Minimum 2–3 years of nursing experience, preferably in long-term care or skilled nursing

• Previous supervisory or charge nurse experience required

• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Proficient in Electronic Health Records (EHR) and care documentation

• Current CPR/BLS certification