RN LTC Unit Manager — Lead Resident-Centered Care

Advocate Healthcare of East Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Disability coverage

Job summary

Advocate Healthcare of East Boston is seeking a dedicated LTC Unit Manager (RN) in Boston, MA to lead a long-term care unit and oversee high-quality, resident-centered care. This full-time role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to positively impact residents’ lives.

The position requires Massachusetts RN licensure and 2–3 years’ LTC leadership experience, with strong CMS/DPH familiarity and EMR proficiency.

Qualifications

• Must hold Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Minimum 2–3 years of clinical experience in long-term care or subacute rehabilitation; prior leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.
• Familiarity with CMS regulations, MDS processes, and DPH survey standards.
• Strong leadership, delegation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and evaluate RNs, LPNs, and CNAs assigned to the unit; oversee daily staffing and scheduling.
• Provide leadership during surveys, audits, and inspections; ensure CMS and DPH readiness.
• Promote teamwork, respect, and resident-centered care within the unit.
• Assess residents’ health, review physician orders, and monitor nursing interventions.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care plans and ensure timely documentation in the EMR (e.g., PCC).
• Oversee infection control practices and adherence to standard precautions.
• Implement QAPI initiatives and monitor key quality indicators (falls, pressure injuries, infection rates).
• Ensure accurate completion of MDS assessments and care plan meetings in collaboration with MDS coordinator.
• Provide in-service training, competency checks, and mentoring to nursing staff.
• Serve as primary contact for families, physicians, and ancillary providers regarding resident care.
• Participate in daily management meetings and contribute to emergency preparedness planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff coaching

CMS/DPH compliance

EMR proficiency

Problem solving

Patient-centered care

Education

Massachusetts RN license

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Advocate Healthcare of East Boston is seeking a dedicated LTC Unit Manager (RN) in Boston, MA to lead a long-term care unit and oversee high-quality, resident-centered care. This full-time role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to positively impact residents’ lives.

The position requires Massachusetts RN licensure and 2–3 years’ LTC leadership experience, with strong CMS/DPH familiarity and EMR proficiency.