Long Term Care Nurse Manager, RN AM

At Community First Solutions, we focus on the person—not just the task. We are seeking a compassionate, hands-on Nursing Leader (RN) to join our team. This leader will work alongside our caregivers and nurses, providing direct bedside care while guiding, mentoring, and supporting the team to achieve shared goals. This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll lead by example—not from behind a desk.

About the role

You'll provide real-time coaching, foster accountability, and help create a collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional, resident-centered care. Your positive attitude, clinical expertise, and approachable leadership style will set the tone for the team while ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and compassion are maintained every day.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members to develop, implement and manage resident-driven care plans
• Manage staff assignments and maintain appropriate staffing ratios
• Delegate duties to staff members within each individual team member's scope of practice, training, and competency level
• Provide direct leadership, supervision, and support to nursing staff including RN, LPN, and STNA
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by Medical Director or Resident physician
• Documentation following established clinical policies and procedures
• Effectively communicate with residents, family members, and co-workers
• Protect the health and safety of residents
• Other duties as assigned and/or appropriate to the position
• Willing to lead by example and support your team in achieving goals, including performing duties of other nursing staff when needed

Requirements

• Graduate of Ohio Board of Nursing approved nursing program or school of nursing
• Current RN license to practice nursing in the State of Ohio
• Current CPR certification
• Previous experience in long-term/geriatrics preferred
• Familiar with infection control practices, OSHA guidelines relative to long-term care, and Ohio Department of Health Regulations

Skills

• Lead by example with a visible, hands-on leadership style that sets the tone for the unit and models professionalism, accountability, and compassion
• Clinical confidence to make sound nursing judgments and support evidence-based practice
• Build strong teams through mentorship, coaching, and developing staff
• Collaborative approach to working with interdisciplinary partners
• Handle challenges with confidence, adaptability, and a positive mindset
• Create a workplace rooted in respect, communication, and shared responsibility for delivering excellent care

Pay

• Starting at $37.00/hour, based on date of licensure
• $3.00/hour shift differential
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• 40/36 perfect attendance bonus: paid 40 hours for working 36

Schedule

Full-time Day Shift (6:30am - 7:00pm) with every third weekend rotation

Benefits

• On-site fitness centers
• Employee recognition programs
• Referral bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Ongoing education and mentorship

Location

Westover

Why you’ll love us

• Mission-Driven Leadership: Help shape a culture rooted in excellence, accountability, teamwork, and person-centered care—where residents and team members always come first
• Collaborative, Hands-On Environment: Partner daily with nurses, caregivers, therapy, and leadership to guide care delivery, support clinical decision-making, and ensure strong outcomes in a fast-paced, post-acute setting
• Investment in Your Growth: From ongoing education and mentorship to tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities, we support your long-term career growth
• A Community That Stays Connected: Community First is proud to serve the Hamilton area, offering stability, strong teamwork, and the opportunity to lead in a setting that truly makes a difference