RN Unit Manager

Living Legends; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Referral Bonus Program

Retirement Saving Options

Job summary

Garden Gate Health Care Facility in Cheektowaga, NY, part of The McGuire Group, seeks an RN Unit Coordinator to lead nursing operations on the assigned shift and ensure high-quality, resident-centered care.

The role requires an RN with leadership skills, supervision experience, and knowledge of long-term care regulations. Evening shifts, competitive pay, and benefits are offered to support staff and residents.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience with the ability to supervise, coach, and mentor staff.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate care across multiple disciplines and manage competing priorities.
• Strong knowledge of resident assessments, care planning, and long-term care regulations.

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Supervisory experience

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

• On-site
• 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.
• Nursing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: RNUNI006669

Description

RN Unit Coordinator

Salaried: $70,720- $79,040 annually (depending on experience)

Rate: $34-$38/hour

Shift: Full-Time, Part-Time

Schedule: Evenings 3 pm-11:30 pm

Garden Gate Health Care Facility is looking to add an RN Unit Coordinator to its nursing leadership team. In this role, you'll oversee nursing operations during your assigned shift, ensuring residents receive high-quality care while supporting staff, maintaining regulatory compliance, and promoting a safe and positive environment. 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, organizational, 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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