LPN or RN Resident Care Manager

Tacoma-Nursing-; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) and Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Collaborative leadership team

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Tacoma Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Tacoma, WA seeks an experienced Resident Care Manager (LPN or RN) to lead resident care on a busy unit. This full-time role oversees rounds, documentation, and staff coaching to ensure high-quality, resident-centered care.

The ideal candidate holds an active WA license, CPR, 2+ years of nursing, and supervisory experience; long-term care experience preferred. On-site, 8-hour shifts, with an occasional on-call rotation and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Active LPN or RN license in WA
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• Case management or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to guide and support team
• Ability to work under pressure, manage time effectively, stay organized
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily rounds to monitor resident condition and staff performance
• Provide coaching and/or counseling to staff as needed
• Review documentation for accuracy, compliance, and care quality
• Assist with emergencies, changes in condition, and communication with physicians
• Participate in care conferences and quarterly reviews
• Ensure weights are obtained per policy and referrals followed
• Participate in weekly wound rounds and assist with related documentation
• Take part in monthly psychotropic reviews and follow up on team recommendations
• Track consultant recommendations and ensure documentation is completed
• Assist with resident admissions and discharges
• Investigate incident reports using root cause analysis (5 Whys) and implement corrective actions
• Step in as a floor nurse during staffing emergencies
• Participate in on-call rotation (approximately every 5 weeks)

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Rounds supervision

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Education

LPN or RN license

CPR certification

Job description

Resident Care Manager (LPN or RN)
Full-Time | Hourly Rate: $50.00 – $57.00 (Based on Experience)
Location: Tacoma Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | 2102 South 96th Street, Tacoma, WA 98444

Tacoma Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced and dependable LPN or RN Resident Care Manager to join our team full-time. This leadership role is critical in supporting our nursing staff, ensuring clinical excellence, and fostering a collaborative, resident-centered care environment.

Position Summary:

The Nurse Manager is responsible for daily oversight of resident care on their assigned unit, including rounds, documentation review, coaching staff, and responding to emergent needs. The ideal candidate brings strong clinical skills, team leadership, and the ability to work in a fast-paced skilled nursing setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily rounds to monitor resident condition and staff performance.

• Provide coaching and/or counseling to staff as needed.

• Review documentation for accuracy, compliance, and care quality.

• Assist with emergencies, changes in condition, and communication with physicians.

• Participate in care conferences and quarterly reviews.

• Ensure weights are obtained per policy and follow up with appropriate referrals.

• Participate in weekly wound rounds and assist with related documentation.

• Take part in monthly psychotropic reviews and follow up on team recommendations.

• Track consultant recommendations and ensure documentation is completed.

• Assist with resident admissions and discharges.

• Investigate incident reports using root cause analysis (5 Whys) and implement corrective actions.

• Step in as a floor nurse when needed in staffing emergencies.

• Participate in on-call rotation (approximately every 5 weeks).

Job Requirements:

• Active LPN or RN license in good standing in the state of Washington.

• Current CPR certification.

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required.

• Case management or supervisory experience preferred.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to guide and support team members.

• Ability to work under pressure, manage time effectively, and remain organized.

• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.

Schedule:

• Full-Time | 8-Hour Shifts

• Monday through Friday

• On-call rotation

• Weekends and holidays as needed

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly wage: $50.00–$57.00 (based on experience)

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) and Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Collaborative, supportive leadership team

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Make a difference where it matters most—join Tacoma Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and help lead quality care in a compassionate environment.

Tacoma Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
2102 South 96th Street, Tacoma, WA 98444
Tacoma Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.