RN Unit Manager: Skilled Nursing Leader

Elderwood Administrative Services; City of Lockport (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood Administrative Services seeks an experienced RN Unit Manager to provide clinical and operational leadership for one nursing unit at Elderwood at Lockport, NY. This role emphasizes hands-on supervision, patient-centered care, and continuous improvement.

You will partner with the Director of Nursing, ADON, providers, rehab professionals, and the interdisciplinary team to strengthen nursing practice, resident outcomes, and regulatory readiness across the unit.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license - New York State
• Minimum 2+ years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or Long‑Term Care setting
• Prior leadership experience (Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Supervisor) required
• Strong ability to lead, coach, and hold staff accountable
• Experience working with CNA teams and developing newer staff
• Confidence in handling family communication, clinical oversight, and regulatory expectations
• Experience with dementia population strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide 24‑hour oversight of your assigned nursing unit
• Supervise, coach, and develop nursing staff — with a strong focus on CNA support and performance
• Set clear expectations for care delivery, accountability, and teamwork
• Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of resident care plans
• Monitor clinical indicators and proactively address resident needs
• Ensure high standards in documentation, infection control, and regulatory compliance
• Serve as a key point of contact for families and providers
• Communicate changes in condition and care plans clearly and professionally
• Address concerns and support service recovery when needed
• Manage daily staffing, call‑ins, and scheduling needs
• Participate in hiring, performance management, and staff development
• Conduct daily rounds to ensure quality and environment standards are met

Skills

RN leadership

Team leadership

Clinical oversight

Regulatory compliance

Resident care

Job description

Elderwood Administrative Services seeks an experienced RN Unit Manager to provide clinical and operational leadership for one nursing unit at Elderwood at Lockport, NY. This role emphasizes hands-on supervision, patient-centered care, and continuous improvement.

You will partner with the Director of Nursing, ADON, providers, rehab professionals, and the interdisciplinary team to strengthen nursing practice, resident outcomes, and regulatory readiness across the unit.