Desk Nurse / Assistant Unit Manager

ASHFORD CONNEX, LLC; Woodbury (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Coverage

Retirement Plan with Match

Paid Time Off

Connecticut Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Tuition & Educational Support

Job summary

ASHFORD CONNEX, LLC in Connecticut seeks two collaborative Daytime RN Desk Nurses / Assistant Unit Managers to partner with the Lead Unit Manager in driving unit operations and care delivery.

This dual clinical-administrative leadership role oversees clinical documentation, physician order processing, and unit workflows across designated resident units, with a Monday–Friday daytime schedule and on-site responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Current, active RN license in Connecticut.
• 2–3 years of supervisory or desk/unit management in SNF/LTC.
• Strong administrative multitasking and order reconciliation.
• High proficiency with EMR systems (e.g., PointClickCare).
• Excellent communication with physicians, leadership, staff, and families.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily unit operations and nursing workflows with the Lead Unit Manager.
• Review, process, and reconcile physician orders, lab results, and pharmacy profiles.
• Act as liaison between physicians, therapy teams, families, and nursing staff.
• Assist with resident assessments, care plan updates, and discharge prep.
• Coach and guide floor RNs, LPNs, and CNAs; ensure EMR documentation standards.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and quality benchmarks in documentation.

Skills

RN licensure

LTC management experience

Administrative multitasking

EMR proficiency

Communication

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Desk Nurse / Assistant Unit Manager

Job Type:

Full-Time | Permanent | Direct Hire | On-Site

Schedule:

Day Shift | Monday – Friday

An established, mission-driven senior healthcare organization in Connecticut is seeking two collaborative, clinically skilled Daytime RN Desk Nurses / Assistant Unit Managers to partner directly with Lead Unit Managers in driving unit operations.

In this dual clinical-administrative leadership role, you will work side-by-side with the Lead Unit Manager to oversee daily care delivery, clinical documentation, physician order processing, and unit workflows across designated resident units (1 dedicated to the upstairs two units, 1 dedicated to the downstairs two units). This role is ideal for an experienced long-term care RN looking for a structured, Monday through Friday daytime management opportunity without full solo administrative burden.

Key Responsibilities

• Unit Operations & Desk Leadership: Work alongside the Lead Unit Manager to coordinate daily unit operations, shift reports, and clinical nursing workflows across two assigned units
• Clinical Order & Chart Management: Review, process, and reconcile physician orders, lab results, diagnostic reports, and pharmacy profiles to ensure rapid, accurate clinical execution
• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Function as a primary liaison between attending physicians, interdisciplinary therapy teams, families, and floor nursing staff to align resident care plans
• Resident Assessment & Family Communication: Assist with comprehensive resident clinical assessments, care planning updates, routine family updates, and hospital discharge preparation
• Floor Staff Guidance & Support: Model clinical standards and provide ongoing coaching, documentation support, and daily guidance to floor RNs, LPNs, and CNAs
• Regulatory & Quality Oversight: Maintain meticulous EMR documentation standards in compliance with Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) regulations and internal facility QAPI benchmarks

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Connecticut required
• LTC Management Experience: Minimum of 2 to 3 years of clinical nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care (LTC) setting, including demonstrated supervisory, charge nurse, desk nurse, or unit management experience
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional administrative multitasking abilities, order reconciliation skills, and detail orientation to manage two active clinical units
• EMR Proficiency: High proficiency with Electronic Medical Record systems (e.g., PointClickCare) for care planning, order entries, and audit compliance
• Communication: Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, facility leadership, nursing teams, and resident families

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Coverage: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans with robust employee well-being and support resources
• Retirement Plan with Match: Employer-sponsored 403(b) retirement plan offering Traditional and Roth options with a 100% match up to 2% of contributions (plus an additional 1% match potential based on eligibility)
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous accrued PTO program combining vacation, personal, and sick time, with accrual rates based on length of service
• Connecticut Paid Sick Leave: Accrues at 1 hour per 30 hours worked (up to 40 hours annually)
• Paid Holidays: 6 paid company holidays per year
• Tuition & Educational Support: Annual course and tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 per year for eligible full-time employees

Note on Compensation:

The posted range represents base rates for specialized nursing and supervisory positions. Final pay will be determined during the interview process based on clinical background, leadership experience, and selected shift/Baylor structure.

Note on Hiring Requirements:

All job offers are strictly contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment background checks, Connecticut state nursing license verifications, health clearances, and drug screenings.

Note on Employment Status:

The position outlined above represents a direct-hire, permanent clinical nursing leadership role with flexible weekend shift options.