RN Unit Manager

Comfort Healthcare Centers; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Referral bonus program

PTO and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee recognition programs

Weekday schedule

Job summary

Southwestern Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking an RN Unit Manager to lead a weekday, day-shift unit with rotating on-call weekends and to oversee daily operations, staffing, and resident care. The role emphasizes high-quality, compassionate care and regulatory compliance.

The Unit Manager will mentor nursing staff, coordinate interdisciplinary care, ensure documentation accuracy, and maintain open communication with families and care teams to support residents’ well-being.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered RN license.
• Extensive long-term care clinical experience preferred.
• Prior leadership or administrative experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day unit operations and supervise nursing staff.
• Apply nursing process to assess and address residents' clinical and psychosocial needs with thorough documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Job description

RN Unit Manager — Monday–Friday, Day Shift - with rotating on -call weekends.

Southwestern Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, a premier skilled nursing facility specializing in long-term care and short-term rehabilitation, is seeking a compassionate, experienced Registered Nurse to join our leadership team as a Unit Manager.

At Southwestern, we invest in our people. We offer real opportunities for career growth, a supportive team culture, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives every day.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Employee referral bonus program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing clinical and professional development
• Employee recognition programs
• Predictable Monday–Friday schedule (no weekends!)

What You'll Do

As Unit Manager, you'll lead the day-to-day operations of your unit, ensuring residents receive high-quality, compassionate care. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading Your Team — Supervise and mentor nursing staff, supporting their growth and professional development
• Delivering Resident-Centered Care — Apply the nursing process to assess and address residents' clinical and psychosocial needs, with thorough documentation
• Partnering Across Disciplines — Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans
• Solving Problems Proactively — Use critical thinking to resolve clinical, social, and safety concerns as they arise
• Upholding Standards — Ensure compliance with medication administration, safety, and infection control protocols
• Driving Communication — Serve as a clear communication link between staff, residents, families, and care teams
• Coordinating Shift Transitions — Oversee smooth handoffs to maintain continuity of care
• Maintaining Accurate Records — Keep resident documentation complete, accurate, and compliant
• Engaging Families — Keep residents' families and responsible parties informed and address their concerns with care

What We're Looking For

Qualifications:

• Active, unencumbered RN license
• Extensive long-term care clinical experience preferred
• Prior leadership or administrative experience a plus

Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and critical-thinking abilities
• Diplomatic, solutions-oriented mindset
• A genuine commitment to teamwork and resident-focused care

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Southwestern Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.