LPN/RN Unit Manager

Owenton-Healthcare-and-Rehabilitation; Owenton (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bucket List Rewards Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Monthly Staff Appreciation Events

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Retirement Savings Plan

DailyPay Option

Uniforms Offered

PTO with accruals for full-time

Job summary

Owenton Healthcare and Rehab in Kentucky is seeking an LPN or RN Unit Manager to lead our day-to-day nursing operations on the unit and ensure compassionate, compliant resident care.

You will supervise RNs, LPNs and CNAs, oversee care plans and medication administration, partner with the ADON/DON, handle shift change reports, recruit and mentor staff, and foster a teamwork‑oriented, family‑like atmosphere for residents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Current LPN or RN license.
• At least one year of management experience preferred.
• At least one year of experience as an LPN or RN in a Long-Term Care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors facility clinical systems to effectively facilitate quality resident care in accordance with laws, regulations, and facility guidelines.
• Directs and develops RNs, LPNs and CNAs on the unit to ensure the delivery of high-quality care and services in accordance with all laws, regulations and guidelines.
• Performs medication administration and IV duties in accordance with the care plan as ordered by a physician.
• Performs shift change reports with the previous shift nurses and ensures proper follow-up.
• Promotes teamwork and recognition among RNs, LPNs and CNAs.
• Monitors schedule adherence for lunch and rest breaks, beginning and ending of shifts, and overtime.
• Understands admissions, transfers, and discharges of residents.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Care planning

Education

LPN or RN license

1+ year management experience

Job description

Position Type:LPN or RN Unit Manager!

At Owenton Healthcare and Rehab, we believe in more than just providing care—we believe in creating a family. Nestled in the heart of a small, tight-knit community, our facility reflects the close bonds and supportive atmosphere that make Owenton special. Our team members love working here because it feels like home, where everyone is family-oriented, flexible, and understanding. We nurture our staff and residents alike, offering opportunities for growth, experience, and fun. Whether it's learning from our residents, giving back to the community, or participating in our regular events and activities, there’s always something fulfilling to be part of at Owenton. Join us and experience the warmth, positivity, and togetherness that make our facility truly unique.

We offer our staff:

• Bucket List Rewards Program:Unique rewards program celebrating milestones and achievements.

• Career Growth Opportunities: We prioritize internal growth and advancement.

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Events:Celebrating our staff's hard work and dedication with parties, giveaways, and prizes.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:Including health, dental, and vision insurance to support our employees' well-being.

• Tuition Reimbursement Program:Supporting continuous learning and career advancement with financial assistance.

• Retirement Savings Plan:Offering a 401K plan for long-term financial security.

• DailyPay Option:Offering flexibility with daily access to earned wages.

• Uniforms Offered: Ensuring a unified workplace environment.

• PTO with accruals for full-time employees:Earn more paid time off to support work-life balance.

LPN/RN Unit Manager Job Duties:

• Monitors facility clinical systems to effectively facilitate quality resident care in accordance with laws, regulations, and facility guidelines.

• Successfully delivers basic nursing care to residents in accordance with care plans as ordered by a physician.

• Directs and develops RNs, LPNs and CNAs working on the unit to ensure the delivery of high-quality care and services in accordance with all laws, regulations and guidelines.

• Works in conjunction with the ADON and DON to provide resolution of grievances or concerns related to resident care or family issues.

• Accurately documents nursing care notes in resident charts in a timely manner.

• Performs medication administration and IV duties in accordance with the care plan as ordered by a physician.

• Monitors progress of the residents and makes suggestions regarding treatment plans which may further meet their care needs.

• Responsible for a wide variety of nursing administrative duties.

• Performs shift change reports with the previous shift nurses and ensures proper follow-up.

• Understands and follows proper procedures for admission, transfer, and discharge of the residents.

• May assist in the recruitment, selection and orientation of qualified team members for the Nursing Department.

• Provides overall supervision for timely responses to call lights; responds personally as needed.

• Assists in promoting a team environment through effectively communicating praise and recognition with the RNs, LPNs and CNAs.

• Nursing Unit Manager monitors schedule adherence of staff for lunch and rest breaks, beginning and ending of shifts, and overtime.

• Monitors job performance of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs and provides corrective action as needed.

Unit Manager Requirements:

• Current LPN or RN license

• At least one year of management experience preferred.

• At least one year of experience as an LPN or RN in a Long-Term Care setting preferred.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.