Nurse Unit Manager RN — Lead Care & Team Growth

Optalis Health and Rehabilitation; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation – Leonard is seeking a Nurse Unit Manager (RN) to provide clinical leadership, mentor staff, and shape resident outcomes on an assigned unit in Grand Rapids, MI. This role blends hands-on nursing oversight with operational accountability.

You will supervise CNAs and nursing staff, lead care delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a respectful, team-focused culture.

Qualifications

• RN/LPN license in Michigan (active)
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise nursing care delivery for an assigned unit or clinical area
• Oversee the full nursing process in alignment with Nurse Practice Act standards
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams to promote resident-centered care and compliance
• Coach and develop nursing staff for growth and excellence
• Ensure nursing systems and workflows are implemented effectively
• Serve as primary communications link for residents, families, and care teams

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation – Leonard is seeking a Nurse Unit Manager (RN) to provide clinical leadership, mentor staff, and shape resident outcomes on an assigned unit in Grand Rapids, MI. This role blends hands-on nursing oversight with operational accountability.

You will supervise CNAs and nursing staff, lead care delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a respectful, team-focused culture.