Unit Manager (RN)

About the Role

Hickory Creek is seeking an experienced RN to serve as a Unit Manager, supporting clinical operations and leading a dedicated nursing team within our long-term care unit. This role is ideal for nurses with charge nurse or supervisory experience who are looking to transition into a structured leadership position focused on team development, clinical quality, and relationship-based resident care.

The Unit Manager assumes responsibility and accountability for the nursing care of all residents on the assigned long-term care unit while providing daily leadership and guidance to licensed nurses and nursing personnel. This position oversees the delivery of care and manages the unit in accordance with company philosophy, professional nursing standards, and all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of nursing care for all residents on the assigned long-term care unit.
• Provide daily leadership and guidance to licensed nurses and nursing personnel.
• Manage the unit in accordance with company philosophy, professional nursing standards, and federal/state regulations.
• Create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents.
• Promote communication and interdisciplinary approaches to resident care.
• Teach, lead, and mentor staff.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Indiana RN license or ability to obtain an Indiana license.
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.

Skills

• Supportive presence and leadership abilities.
• Management experience or willingness to learn proper staff management approaches.
• Passion for teaching, leading, and mentoring staff.
• Detail-oriented with strong clinical knowledge.
• Collaborative mindset to promote interdisciplinary resident care.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Access your earnings before payday, lucrative employee referral bonus programs, 401(k), FSA program, free life insurance, and PTO exchange for pay programs.
• Health & Wellness: Medical coverage as low as $25, vision and dental insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Workforce Chaplains, and Personalized Wellness Coaching.
• Life in Balance: Holiday pay, PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO, and employee discount programs for travel, retail, entertainment, and food.
• Career Growth: Access to preceptors and mentorship programs, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities (e.g., Ivy Tech and Purdue Global), financial assistance for continuing education, company-sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Team Culture: Recognition through employee events and monthly/annual awards, guided by C.A.R.E. values (Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence).

Schedule

Full-time, Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM