Nurse Unit Manager →

Optalis Healthcare; Whitehall Township, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare in Michigan seeks a Nurse Manager responsible for 24-hour accountability for resident care on an assigned unit. You will supervise licensed nurses and direct care staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote resident-centered care aligned with our philosophy and nursing standards.

This leadership role reports to the facility leadership team. You will lead care planning, oversee documentation, respond to concerns, and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to maintain

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program with active RN or LPN license in Michigan.
• Minimum 2 years of long-term care or skilled nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate nursing staff performance on assigned unit.
• Ensure care plans are implemented and updated based on resident needs.
• Monitor documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Respond to resident/family concerns and protect dignity and rights.
• Support survey readiness and quality assurance activities.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care and participate in care planning meetings.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Supervisory skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication & documentation

Education

RN or LPN license in Michigan

Job description

Position Summary

The Nurse Manager assumes 24-hour responsibility and accountability for resident care on an assigned unit. This role supervises licensed nurses and direct care staff, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, and promotes resident-centered care consistent with facility philosophy and standards of nursing practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate nursing staff performance on assigned unit.
• Ensure care plans are implemented and updated based on resident needs.
• Monitor documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Respond to resident/family concerns and ensure dignity and resident rights are respected.
• Support survey readiness and quality assurance activities.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care and participate in care planning meetings.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and supervisory skills.
• Knowledge of CMS/state regulations and SNF standards.
• Effective communication and documentation abilities.
• Organizational and time management skills.

Required

• Graduate of accredited nursing program with current RN or LPN license in Michigan.
• 2+ years of long-term care or skilled nursing experience.

Preferred

• Prior leadership experience as Charge Nurse or Supervisor.