RN Unit Coordinator

Garden Gate Health Care; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Pay options

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Referral Bonus

Retirement Savings

Job summary

Garden Gate Health Care Facility is seeking an experienced RN Unit Coordinator to oversee the clinical operations of an assigned nursing unit, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Located in Cheektowaga, NY, this full-time position offers a salaried schedule with a 7 am-3:30 pm shift, no weekends, on-call rotation, and a sign-on bonus up to $7,500 to join The McGuire Group’s trusted long-term care team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required; NYS RN license required.
• 1 year minimum RN experience in long-term care.
• 3–5 years LT care with supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of resident assessments and care planning.
• Leadership experience with coaching and mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the clinical care and daily operations of an assigned nursing unit.
• Supervise nursing staff, nursing assistants, rehabilitation aides, and unit support staff.
• Conduct resident assessments and ensure care plans are implemented and followed.
• Monitor resident conditions and communicate changes with providers and families.
• Review orders, labs, incident reports, and quality indicators.
• Participate in care plan meetings, family meetings, and interdisciplinary rounds.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, transfers, and resident services.
• Ensure accurate documentation, medication management, and regulatory compliance.
• Support staff education, orientation, coaching, and performance management.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $70,720 USD to $79,040 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, shift, benefit selection or other job-related reasons.

Description

RN Unit Coordinator
Salaried: $70,720- $79,040 annually (depending on experience)
Equivalent Hourly: $34- $38
Sign-on Bonus: Up to $7,500
Shift: Full-Time
Schedule: 7 am- 3:30 pm, no weekends, on-call rotation

Garden Gate Health Care Facility is looking to add an RN Unit Coordinator to its nursing leadership team. In this role, you'll oversee the clinical operations of an assigned nursing unit, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and interdisciplinary coordination. If you're an experienced Registered Nurse with strong leadership skills and a passion for resident-centered care, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in Cheektowaga, NY, Garden Gate Health Care Facility is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. Our team is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where residents, families, and employees feel valued and supported. With a strong focus on compassion, teamwork, and resident-centered care, Garden Gate offers a rewarding opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the clinical care and daily operations of an assigned nursing unit
• Supervise nursing staff, nursing assistants, rehabilitation aides, and unit support staff
• Conduct resident assessments and ensure care plans are implemented, updated, and followed appropriately
• Monitor resident conditions and communicate changes with providers, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Review provider orders, laboratory results, incident reports, and quality indicators
• Participate in care plan meetings, family meetings, QAPI activities, and interdisciplinary rounds
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, transfers, outside appointments, and resident services
• Ensure accurate documentation, medication management, and regulatory compliance
• Support staff education, orientation, coaching, and performance management activities
• Monitor infection control, immunization tracking, resident safety, and quality improvement initiatives
• Address resident, family, and staff concerns while promoting a positive care environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Valid NYS Registered Nurse (RN) License required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience in a long-term care setting required
• 3-5 years of long-term care experience with supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of resident assessments, care planning, and long-term care regulations
• Leadership experience with the ability to supervise, coach, and mentor staff
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to coordinate care across multiple disciplines and manage competing priorities
• Experience with quality improvement, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance preferred
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Retirement Saving Options

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

RN

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