Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing

Salary

$74,100 / yr - $103,350 / yr

Overview

Elderwood at Waverly is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager to lead one of our nursing units within our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. This is a hands-on leadership role - ideal for a nurse who is confident in long-term care, comfortable leading teams with varying levels of experience, and committed to building consistency, accountability, and quality on the unit.

Why Elderwood At Waverly

• Established skilled nursing facility in the Southtowns
• Leadership team focused on strengthening operations, staffing, and culture
• Opportunity to make a real impact on team development and care quality
• A role where your experience and leadership will be valued and relied upon

Who This Role is Ideal For

• A seasoned RN who prefers leadership over task-based nursing
• A nurse who brings structure, calm, and consistency to their team
• Someone who takes pride in mentoring CNAs and improving team performance
• A leader who is comfortable stepping into a unit that needs strength, guidance, and accountability

Responsibilities

• Unit Leadership & Team Oversight
• Provide 24-hour oversight of your assigned nursing unit
• Supervise, coach, and develop nursing staff — with a strong focus on CNA support and performance
• Set clear expectations for care delivery, accountability, and teamwork
• Clinical Oversight & Resident Care
• Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of resident care plans
• Monitor clinical indicators and proactively address resident needs
• Ensure high standards in documentation, infection control, and regulatory compliance
• Family & Physician Communication
• Serve as a key point of contact for families and providers
• Communicate changes in condition and care plans clearly and professionally
• Address concerns and support service recovery when needed
• Operations & Staffing
• Manage daily staffing, call-ins, and scheduling needs
• Participate in hiring, performance management, and staff development
• Conduct daily rounds to ensure quality and environment standards are met

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license - New York State
• Minimum 2+ years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care setting
• Prior leadership experience (Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Supervisor) required
• Strong ability to lead, coach, and hold staff accountable
• Experience working with CNA teams and developing newer staff
• Confidence in handling family communication, clinical oversight, and regulatory expectations
• Experience with dementia population strongly preferred