Nurse Unit Manager

Gateway Post-Acute and Rehab; Florida; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Vivo Healthcare Gateway is seeking an experienced Nurse Unit Manager to lead the Memory Care Unit in a 120-bed skilled nursing facility. The Nurse Unit Manager oversees daily clinical operations, ensures high-quality resident care, supervises nursing staff, and maintains regulatory compliance.

This leadership role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication, and a passion for caring for residents with dementia.

Qualifications

• Active LPN/RN license in Florida.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• Experience with dementia or memory care strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Memory Care unit in collaboration with the Director of Nursing.
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Ensure quality resident care in accordance with facility policies and state/federal regulations.
• Monitor and evaluate resident care plans and clinical outcomes.
• Conduct clinical rounds and respond to resident/family concerns.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care planning.
• Assist with staff scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participate in quality assurance and infection control initiatives.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Memory care

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

RN license (Florida)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Unit Manager to lead our Memory Care Unit in a 120-bed skilled nursing facility. The Nurse Unit Manager is responsible for overseeing daily clinical operations of the unit, ensuring high-quality resident care, supervising nursing staff, and maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards.

This leadership role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a passion for caring for residents with dementia and memory-related conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Memory Care unit in collaboration with the Director of Nursing
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs
• Ensure quality resident care in accordance with facility policies and state/federal regulations
• Monitor and evaluate resident care plans and clinical outcomes
• Conduct clinical rounds and respond to resident/family concerns
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care planning
• Assist with staff scheduling, training, and performance evaluations
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with regulatory standards
• Participate in quality assurance and infection control initiatives

Qualifications

• Active LPN/RN license in the state of Florida
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in long-term care or skilled nursing
• Experience with dementia or memory care strongly preferred
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Unit Manager, Charge Nurse, or Nurse Supervisor in a skilled nursing facility
• Experience with EMR systems in long-term care
• Wound care or infection control experience a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Supportive leadership team

Schedule

• Full-time
• Day shift
• Occasional weekend or on-call support as needed

Work Environment

Vivo Healthcare Gateway is a 120-bed skilled nursing center dedicated to providing compassionate care to residents, including those living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. We pride ourselves on maintaining a collaborative environment focused on quality outcomes and resident dignity.

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