RN Unit Manager

Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Warwick Forest; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Warwick Forest in Newport News, Virginia is seeking a Nurse Manager to lead a nursing team and ensure high-quality, compassionate resident care. The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans and maintain safety and compliance.

Required RN/LPN with Virginia license, BLS/CPR within 30 days, and at least 2 years of leadership. A BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license with Virginia Department of Health Professions (Required).
• BLS/CPR Certification via American Heart Association (Required within 30 days of hire).
• Minimum 2 years as RN or LPN (Required).
• At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of nursing professionals, ensuring high-quality care and compassionate service across the unit.
• Oversee onboarding, orientation, and performance to foster professional growth and team morale.
• Collaborate with rehab, social services, activities, dietary, pharmacy, and physicians to maintain personalized care plans.
• Promote safety, policy compliance and proactive risk management.
• Monitor quality assurance initiatives to improve resident care and operations.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (Preferred)

Job description

Newport News, VirginiaHiring Range$85,800.00 - $117,975.00/Annual Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.Are you a compassionate nursing professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a leadership role where your skills, clinical knowledge, and people-first mindset directly impact team culture and resident outcomes?If so, we invite you to consider the Nurse Manager opportunity atRiverside Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation Warwick Forest.This is more than a management position—it's a calling to lead with purpose and empower others in a setting where every day brings meaningful connection and purpose-driven care.This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of up to $5,000 and relocation assistance of up to $7,500 for those that qualify! What You’ll Do:Lead and inspire a team of nursing professionals, ensuring high-quality care and compassionate service across the unit.Build a winning team culture, improving staff retentionCollaborate with interdisciplinary departments—rehab, social services, activities, dietary, pharmacy, and consulting physicians—to maintain personalized care plans for each resident.Promote safety and policy compliance, proactively managing risk and supporting a culture of accountability.Oversee employee onboarding, orientation, and performance, fostering professional growth and team morale.Monitor and drive quality assurance initiatives that continuously improve resident care and operational excellence.Provide direct nursing support, including medication administration, as needed. What You’ll Bring:Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (Preferred)Experience:Minimum 2 years as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Required)At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience (Preferred)Licenses & Certifications:Active RN license with the Virginia Department of Health Professions (Required)BLS/CPR Certification via American Heart Association (Required within 30 days of hire) Why Join Us?At Riverside Health, we believe that leadership begins with compassion and teamwork. You’ll be supported by a collaborative, mission-driven environment where innovation, professional development, and resident-centered care are at the heart of everything we do.Ready to lead with purpose? Apply today and help us set a new standard for excellence in long-term care.To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.