RN Rehab Unit Leader: Skilled Nursing & Team Development

Liverpool SNF; Village of Liverpool (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood at Liverpool, a 160-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Liverpool, NY, is seeking an experienced RN Unit Manager to provide hands-on clinical leadership within our unit. Lead a cohesive interdisciplinary team, drive staffing stability, and enhance resident and family experience.

This full-time role offers an 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. shift with a focus on clinical performance, structured expectations, and ongoing staff development to maintain high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New York State.
• 2+ years of nursing experience in SNF/long-term care.
• Prior leadership roles (charge nurse/unit manager).
• Ability to lead, coach, and hold staff accountable.
• Experience with CNA teams and staff development.
• Comfort communicating with families and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour oversight of the nursing unit.
• Supervise, coach, and develop nursing staff with CNA focus.
• Set clear expectations for care delivery and teamwork.
• Develop and evaluate resident care plans with the team.
• Monitor clinical indicators and address needs proactively.
• Ensure documentation, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as point of contact for families and providers.
• Manage daily staffing, scheduling, and on-call coverage.
• Participate in hiring and staff development processes.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Unit management

Staff development

CNA coaching

Regulatory compliance

Infection control

Education

RN License - New York

BLS/CPR

Job description

Elderwood at Liverpool, a 160-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Liverpool, NY, is seeking an experienced RN Unit Manager to provide hands-on clinical leadership within our unit. Lead a cohesive interdisciplinary team, drive staffing stability, and enhance resident and family experience.

This full-time role offers an 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. shift with a focus on clinical performance, structured expectations, and ongoing staff development to maintain high standards of care.