Nursing Unit Manager

About the role

The Barron Center, owned and operated by the City of Portland, is Maine’s largest skilled nursing facility. We recently opened a new unit for 40 residents and continue to grow. This is your chance to lead a dedicated nursing management team and make a difference in the lives of our residents.

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved school of nursing and licensure as an RN in Maine, additional education in gerontology preferred.
• Management and supervisory experience in long-term care required.
• Possess ability to make independent decisions as circumstances dictate.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the general public.
• Ability to supervise, educate, orient and mentor staff.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Foster a positive, collaborative and respectful workplace.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willingness and ability to provide direct services to residents.

Salary & Benefits

This is a non-union position (Grade C44) - Salary range starting at $83,072 annually. The City of Portland offers:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
• Thirteen paid holidays
• Sick, vacation, and personal leave
• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
• Use of City recreation facilities
• Fitness reimbursement
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

Contact

If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact jobs@portlandmaine.gov. The City of Portland is an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace.