Nurse Manager — Geriatric Care Leader

Avenue at Wooster; Wooster (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Quality Care is seeking a Nurse Manager for our long-term care facility. You will lead wound care initiatives, supervise nursing staff, and collaborate with diverse departments to uphold high-quality resident care.

The role emphasizes census growth, rounds, and reporting changes to the Administrative Office, while ensuring compliance with Medicare/Medicaid guidelines. Join a family‑owned company with over 30 years of commitment to resident care.

Qualifications

• Must hold RN or LPN license in the state of employment.
• Geriatric nursing interest and long-term care experience preferred.
• Wound care experience preferred.
• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions.
• Physically fit, mentally and emotionally stable.
• Familiarity with facility policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Wound Care program.
• Promote census growth and understand its impact on facility success.
• Make rounds and monitor resident care with nursing staff.
• Report 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 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 and assist with evaluations.
• Issue warning notices for performance deficiencies.
• Identify educational needs and coordinate in-service training.
• Oversee Utilization Review activities per Medicare/Medicaid guidelines.
• Review resident levels of care daily.
• Educate staff on documentation requirements for skilled care.
• Verify certifications for new admissions.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Communication

Decision making

Staff supervision

Patient care

Education

RN or LPN license (state)

Job description

Progressive Quality Care is seeking a Nurse Manager for our long-term care facility. You will lead wound care initiatives, supervise nursing staff, and collaborate with diverse departments to uphold high-quality resident care.

The role emphasizes census growth, rounds, and reporting changes to the Administrative Office, while ensuring compliance with Medicare/Medicaid guidelines. Join a family‑owned company with over 30 years of commitment to resident care.