RN Unit Leader — Skilled Nursing

Elderwood Administrative Services; Village of Lake Placid (NY); On-site; USD 81,510 - 111,540; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas Allowance Stipend

Newly renovated building

Shift Differentials

Full Benefits Package

Increased Tuition Assistance for Clin-

Job summary

Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, NY, is seeking an experienced RN Unit Manager to lead one of our skilled nursing units. This hands-on leadership role requires guiding CNAs, coordinating care, and upholding clinical standards on a 24-hour basis.

As a true nurse leader, you will mentor staff, ensure documentation accuracy, and collaborate with physicians and families. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to improve resident outcomes

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New York State.
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• Minimum 2+ years of nursing experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
• Prior leadership experience (Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Supervisor) required.
• Experience working with CNAs and developing newer staff.
• Dementia population experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour oversight of the assigned nursing unit.
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• Supervise, coach, and develop nursing staff with emphasis on CNA support and performance.
• Set clear expectations for care delivery, accountability and teamwork.
• Oversee development, implementation and evaluation of resident care plans.
• Monitor clinical indicators and address resident needs proactively.
• Ensure high standards in documentation, infection control and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a key contact for families and providers; communicate changes clearly.
• Manage daily staffing, call-ins and scheduling; participate in hiring and staff development.
• Conduct daily rounds to ensure quality and environment standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Clinical oversight

Communication with families

Regulatory compliance

Infection control

Mentoring CNAs

Education

RN license - New York State

Job description

Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, NY, is seeking an experienced RN Unit Manager to lead one of our skilled nursing units. This hands-on leadership role requires guiding CNAs, coordinating care, and upholding clinical standards on a 24-hour basis.

As a true nurse leader, you will mentor staff, ensure documentation accuracy, and collaborate with physicians and families. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to improve resident outcomes