RN Unit Manager

Garden Springs Healthcare; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Garden Springs Healthcare in Stow, OH seeks an experienced RN Unit Manager to lead a nursing unit and strengthen our patient-centered culture. You will mentor nurses and STNAs, ensure safe, effective care, and collaborate with the Director of Nursing to drive quality outcomes and survey readiness. This is an on-site role with opportunities for professional growth and leadership impact within a resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio RN license in good standing.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing settings.
• Prior leadership experience as RN unit manager or charge nurse preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise nursing care delivery on the unit.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to RNs and STNAs.
• Monitor resident conditions and communicate changes to providers and families.
• Lead care conferences and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
• Support survey readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with staff scheduling and performance feedback.
• Promote positive, resident-centered unit culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Regulatory knowledge

Critical thinking

Education

Registered Nurse license (RN)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

RN Unit Manager

A skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility is hiring a RN Unit Manager to join our new leadership team and help drive a stronger, more supported nursing culture. If you’re a hands-on clinical leader who thrives on building team confidence, improving outcomes, and keeping care delivery survey-ready every day—this is the role for you.

Position Summary

The RN Unit Manager leads the daily clinical operations of an assigned nursing unit to ensure residents receive safe, effective, and compassionate care. This role partners closely with the Director of Nursing and the interdisciplinary team to support compliance, strengthen clinical performance, and coach nurses and STNAs through real-time leadership, mentorship, and accountability.

Why Hudson Springs

• Competitive, high salary (based on experience)
• New management team focused on stability, responsiveness, and staff support
• Leadership role with real influence on unit culture, workflows, and quality outcomes
• A resident-centered environment where strong nursing leadership is valued and recognized

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• 401(k) retirement plan (if offered by facility).
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and continuing education.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise nursing care delivery on the unit, ensuring adherence to care plans, physician orders, and facility policies.
• Provide direct clinical support, mentoring, and coaching to nurses and STNAs.
• Monitor residents’ conditions, respond to changes in status, and ensure timely communication with providers and families.
• Lead and participate in care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
• Support survey readiness and compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Assist with staff scheduling, performance feedback, and corrective action as needed.
• Promote a positive, team-focused culture and serve as a role model for professionalism and resident-centered care.

Compensation and Schedule

• Status: Full Time
• Schedule: Day Shift with On-Call Rotation

Skills and Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the State of Ohio.
• Previous long-term care or skilled nursing experience required.
• Prior experience as an RN unit manager or charge nurse strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families, and staff.
• Familiarity with electronic health records and regulatory requirements in long-term care.

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