Nurse Unit Manager: Lead Nursing Team & Resident Care

The Orchards Michigan; Big Rapids Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Orchards at Big Rapids is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our nursing leadership team as a Nurse Unit Manager. This role provides clinical leadership and oversight for an assigned unit, guiding nurses and CNAs to deliver resident-centered care with safety and compassion.

You will partner with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary team to monitor resident care, develop and review care plans, ensure accurate documentation, and promote a positive work environment with

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Michigan in good standing is required.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred.
• Previous supervisory or nursing leadership experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations, resident care standards, and nursing practices.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively coach, support, and develop nursing staff.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience with electronic health records and clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical leadership and oversight for an assigned nursing unit.
• Supervise and support nurses and nursing assistants while promoting a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Make rounds to monitor resident care, identify concerns, and provide support to staff.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and ongoing review of resident care plans.
• Monitor residents experiencing changes in condition and ensure appropriate assessment and follow-up.
• Ensure nursing staff follow facility policies, infection prevention practices, and resident safety protocols.
• Promote resident dignity, respect, comfort, and quality of life.
• Support nurses with prioritization, clinical decision-making, resident assessments, and coordination of care.
• Facilitate communication with physicians, providers, and interdisciplinary team.
• Review nursing documentation for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and other clinical needs on the unit.
• Communicate staffing and operational concerns to nursing leadership.
• Participate in interviewing, onboarding, coaching, and evaluating nursing staff.
• Provide education and corrective action in accordance with policy.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and regulatory readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Clinical decision-making

Coaching

Education

Registered Nurse license in Michigan

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

The Orchards at Big Rapids is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our nursing leadership team as a Nurse Unit Manager. This role provides clinical leadership and oversight for an assigned unit, guiding nurses and CNAs to deliver resident-centered care with safety and compassion.

You will partner with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary team to monitor resident care, develop and review care plans, ensure accurate documentation, and promote a positive work environment with