RN Registered Nurse Unit Manager

Hopkins Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Growth Opportunities

Collaborative Nursing Leadership

Five-Star Facility

Job summary

Hopkins Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare in Brooklyn, NY, is seeking an experienced RN Unit Manager to lead nursing operations on the units and coach staff toward clinical excellence. You will report to the DON and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance.

The role calls for an active NY RN license, prior supervisory experience in a skilled nursing setting, strong clinical judgment, and outstanding leadership and

Qualifications

• Active New York State RN License required.
• Previous nursing supervisory or unit management experience in a skilled nursing or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of skilled nursing clinical practices, regulatory standards, and quality improvement processes.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership, direction, and oversight of daily nursing operations on the assigned unit.
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate resident care.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Nursing (DON) and interdisciplinary team to maintain clinical excellence and operational efficiency.
• Monitor resident conditions, identify changes in clinical status, and ensure timely assessments, interventions, and follow-up.
• Oversee nursing documentation, care planning, medication administration practices, and compliance with established clinical protocols.
• Ensure adherence to facility policies, infection prevention standards, and state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and ongoing survey readiness.
• Promote effective communication among nursing staff, physicians, residents, and families.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Active New York State RN License

Job description

RN Unit Manager – Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Hopkins Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare | Brooklyn, NY

Salary: $115,000–$125,000 Annually

Schedule: Full-Time | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Join a Five-Star Team Committed to Clinical Excellence!

Hopkins Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare, a CMS Five-Star Rated skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, is seeking an experienced, motivated, and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager to join our nursing leadership team.

At Hopkins Center, we take pride in delivering exceptional clinical care while fostering a supportive, collaborative, and professional work environment. We believe that strong nursing leadership is the foundation of outstanding resident outcomes, staff development, and overall quality of care.

We are looking for a dedicated RN leader who is passionate about clinical excellence, staff mentorship, and maintaining the highest standards of nursing practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership, direction, and oversight of daily nursing operations on the assigned unit.
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate resident care.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Nursing (DON) and interdisciplinary team to maintain clinical excellence and operational efficiency.
• Monitor resident conditions, identify changes in clinical status, and ensure timely assessments, interventions, and follow-up.
• Oversee nursing documentation, care planning, medication administration practices, and compliance with established clinical protocols.
• Ensure adherence to facility policies, infection prevention standards, and state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and ongoing survey readiness.
• Promote effective communication among nursing staff, physicians, residents, and families.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Active New York State RN License – Required
• Previous nursing supervisory or unit management experience in a skilled nursing or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of skilled nursing clinical practices, regulatory standards, and quality improvement processes.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage priorities, respond to clinical emergencies, and support nursing staff in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• A commitment to resident-centered care, staff development, and clinical excellence.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $115,000–$125,000 Annually
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Supportive and Collaborative Nursing Leadership
• Professional Growth and Leadership Development Opportunities
• A Positive, Team-Oriented Work Environment
• The Opportunity to Make a Meaningful Impact in a Five-Star Facility

Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Leadership Career!

At Hopkins Center, you will be more than a Unit Manager — you will be a valued member of a leadership team dedicated to raising the standard of care and making a difference in the lives of our residents every day.

If you are a clinically strong RN leader who takes pride in developing staff, improving resident outcomes, and leading by example, we would love to meet you.