RN Unit Manager

National Health Care Associates; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

10% defined contribution retirement

Comprehensive training

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation, affiliated with National Health Care Associates, seeks an RN Unit Manager. This full-time position oversees nursing staff within a dedicated unit, develops care plans, and ensures quality, compassionate care for residents in a supportive setting.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident well‑being, with competitive pay and growth opportunities within a trusted long‑term

Qualifications

• Valid state RN license is required.
• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role in long-term care is preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills essential.
• Ability to manage a dynamic, fast-paced environment and coordinate care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage nursing staff within a dedicated unit.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Supervise daily operations and ensure quality standards and compliance.
• Provide mentorship and training to nursing staff.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident well-being.

Skills

RN license

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

BSN preferred

Master's degree or certification preferred

Job description

A Great Place to Work Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

A Great Place to Work Laurel Ridge Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team! Location: 642 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, Connecticut, 06877

RN Unit Manager

Full-Time

What You’ll Do

As an RN Unit Manager, you will oversee and coordinate the nursing staff within a dedicated unit. Your role is instrumental in ensuring the delivery of quality care, fostering a positive work environment, ensuring the health, comfort, and overall well-being of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of nurses and support staff within the unit
• Develop and implement care plans, ensuring individualized resident care
• Supervise daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Conduct regular assessments to maintain quality standards and compliance
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to nursing staff
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident well-being

If you are an experienced nursing professional with a passion for leading others in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a Unit Manager!

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You’ll Bring

• Valid state RN nursing license
• Advanced degree or certification preferred
• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role in a Long-Term Care setting preferred
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Strong clinical, leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of Nationals' centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named "Best Of" by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.