Nurse Manager Sub-Acute

ALIYA of Oak Lawn; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Life Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

On-Demand Pay

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

ALIYA of Oak Lawn seeks an experienced Nurse Manager to lead the Sub-Acute Unit, overseeing daily nursing operations and ensuring high-quality resident care. You will supervise RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, collaborate with physicians and therapy staff, and ensure CMS and IDPH compliance while supporting care plan meetings.

The role emphasizes infection prevention, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice, with responsibilities for admissions, documentation, and staff development in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current, active RN license in Illinois.
• Minimum 2 years nursing leadership in skilled nursing, rehab, sub-acute, or long-term care.
• Strong knowledge of post-acute care, clinical operations, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing medically complex residents, IV therapy, wound care, and rehab services preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily clinical operations of the Sub-Acute Unit.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality nursing care and positive resident outcomes.
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Conduct clinical rounds and monitor resident conditions to ensure appropriate interventions are implemented.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapy staff, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies, CMS regulations, IDPH requirements, and nursing standards of practice.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges for sub-acute residents.
• Monitor documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
• Assist with infection prevention, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and resident concerns and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Support staff education, competency validation, and ongoing clinical development.
• Monitor staffing needs and assist with scheduling to ensure appropriate coverage.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and resident-centered care.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Skills

Nurse Leadership

Clinical Operations

Regulatory Compliance

Team Mentoring

Care Coordination

EMR Proficiency

Education

RN License IL

Nursing Degree

Tools

EMR/EHR Systems

Job description

Nurse Manager - Sub-Acute

ALIYA of Oak Lawn is seeking an experienced and dedicated Nurse Manager to lead clinical operations within our sub-acute program. The Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing daily nursing operations, ensuring high-quality resident care, supporting regulatory compliance, and promoting positive clinical outcomes for residents requiring short-term rehabilitation, complex medical care, and post-acute services.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Life Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Accident Insurance

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

• On-Demand Pay Option

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily clinical operations of the Sub-Acute Unit

• Ensure delivery of high-quality nursing care and positive resident outcomes

• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs

• Conduct clinical rounds and monitor resident conditions to ensure appropriate interventions are implemented

• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapy staff, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care

• Ensure compliance with facility policies, CMS regulations, IDPH requirements, and nursing standards of practice

• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges for sub-acute residents

• Monitor documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance

• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions

• Assist with infection prevention, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives

• Investigate incidents, accidents, and resident concerns and implement corrective actions as needed

• Support staff education, competency validation, and ongoing clinical development

• Monitor staffing needs and assist with scheduling to ensure appropriate coverage

• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and resident-centered care

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois required

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, sub-acute, or long-term care setting

• Strong knowledge of post-acute care, clinical operations, and regulatory compliance

• Experience managing medically complex residents, IV therapy, wound care, and rehabilitation services preferred

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Proficient in electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems

• Ability to effectively lead teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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