Nurse Manager

Avenue at Wooster; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Quality Care in Wooster, Ohio is seeking a dedicated Nurse Manager for our long-term care facility, a private-room environment with private baths for residents. You will lead nursing staff across shifts, oversee wound care, and ensure high-quality resident care in a collaborative team setting.

Qualified candidates hold an RN or LPN license in the state and have strong communication, decision-making, and staff-education experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed RN or LPN in the state of employment.
• Genuine interest in geriatric nursing and long-term care.
• Preferably with wound care experience.
• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions.
• Physically fit and mentally and emotionally stable.
• Familiarity with facility policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Wound care program responsibility.
• Promote census growth and monitor its impact on facility success.
• Make rounds and confer with nursing staff to monitor resident care.
• Report changes in resident conditions to the Administrative Office.
• Collaborate with department heads and consultants (dietary, pharmacy, therapy).
• Supervise nursing personnel across all shifts.
• Assist with in-service education, staff meetings, and orientation.
• Review and update nursing care plans.
• Follow directives from the DON and provide written reports during absence.
• Conduct monthly surveys on resident care status and compile reports.
• Address nursing-related issues in the absence of the DON.
• Follow up on recommendations from the consulting pharmacist.
• Provide floor coverage during staffing shortages.
• Praise and discipline staff as needed; assist with performance evaluations.
• Issue warnings for performance deficiencies.
• Identify educational needs and coordinate in-service training.
• Oversee Utilization Review activities per Medicare/Medicaid guidelines.
• Review and update resident levels of care daily.
• Educate staff on documentation requirements for skilled care.
• Verify certifications for new admissions.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Wound care (preferred)

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Judgment and decision making

Policy familiarity

Physical endurance

Education

RN or LPN licensure (state)

Job description

This Fall, fall into a new career with us!

Why Join Our Team?

• Beautiful hotel-like facility, where every resident has a private room with a private bathroom, including a private shower!
• We focus on caring for stable, low-acuity residents with routine, non-complex medical needs.
• Family‑owned company with strong values and a commitment to resident care for over 30 years!

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate nurse to serve as a Nurse Manager within our long-term care facility. This leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering high-quality care to residents. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact while guiding and supporting a team of nursing professionals,

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) currently licensed in the State of employment
• Genuine interest in geriatric nursing and long-term care
• Preferably with Wound Care experience
• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions
• Physically fit, mentally and emotionally stable
• Familiarity with facility policies and procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities

• Responsibility for the Wound Care program
• Promote census growth and understand its impact on facility success
• Make rounds and confer with nursing staff to monitor resident care
• Report on changes in resident conditions to the Administrative Office
• Collaborate with department heads and consultants (e.g., dietary, pharmacy, therapy)
• Supervise nursing personnel across all shifts
• Assist with in-service education, staff meetings, and orientation
• Review and update nursing care plans
• Follow directives from the Director of Nursing (DON) and provide written reports during their absence
• Conduct monthly surveys on resident care status and compile reports
• Address nursing-related issues in the absence of the DON
• Follow up on recommendations from the consulting pharmacist
• Provide floor coverage during staffing shortages
• Praise and discipline staff as needed; assist with performance evaluations and appraisals
• Issue warning notices for performance deficiencies
• Identify educational needs and coordinate in-service training
• Oversee Utilization Review activities in accordance with Medicare and Medicaid guidelines
• Review and update resident levels of care daily
• Educate staff on documentation requirements for skilled care
• Verify certifications for new admissions

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods
• Lift and transfer residents as needed (with assistance when necessary)
• Manual dexterity for handling medical equipment and documentation
• Must be able to respond effectively to emergencies and manage stressful situations professionally

At Progressive Quality Care, we’re more than a nursing home management company — we’re passionate about helping the facilities we serve deliver the highest quality care possible. Our team works closely with each location to support compassionate, resident-centered care and create positive, thriving environments for both residents and staff.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.