Unit Manager

Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid holidays

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

On-site education

Job summary

Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington is seeking an experienced Unit Manager to oversee our long-term care and rehabilitation nursing unit. You will lead daily operations, supervise staff, coordinate resident care, and ensure high-quality outcomes in collaboration with physicians and therapists.

The role requires an active RN license in Vermont, leadership experience in skilled nursing or rehab, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to resident safety and dignity.

Qualifications

• Current RN license (VT) required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing/long-term care rehab preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Knowledge of LTC regulations (federal/state).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinical and operational activities of the long-term care unit.
• Lead and mentor nursing staff to ensure safe, high-quality resident care.
• Coordinate with physicians, therapists, and care team for resident needs.
• Develop and update individualized resident care plans with the team.
• Monitor assessments, treatments, documentation, and outcomes.
• Ensure care aligns with physician orders, policies, and standards.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, transfers, and transitions of care.
• Ensure compliance with federal and Vermont LTC regulations.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development guidance.
• Identify training needs and support ongoing development.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Review performance and seek improvements in care delivery.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and team.
• Address concerns and ensure follow-up and resolution.
• Promote infection prevention, safety, dignity, and a positive environment.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and collaborative culture.

Skills

RN license VT

Nursing leadership

Skilled nursing LTC

Clinical assessment

Regulatory knowledge

Staff development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Job description

RN Unit Manager – Long-Term Care (LTC)

Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington | Burlington, Vermont

Department: Nursing / Clinical Leadership
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and motivated Unit Manager to oversee our long-term care and rehabilitation nursing unit.

In this leadership role, you will be responsible for daily unit operations, nursing staff supervision, resident care coordination, and clinical quality. You will work closely with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure residents receive safe, individualized, and high-quality care.

The ideal candidate has strong clinical knowledge, proven leadership abilities, and experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care. If you are passionate about developing nursing teams and improving resident outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily clinical and operational activities of the assigned long-term care and rehabilitation unit.

• Supervise, support, and guide nursing staff to promote safe, consistent, and high-quality resident care.

• Coordinate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and interdisciplinary team members to address resident needs.

• Develop, implement, review, and update individualized resident care plans in collaboration with the care team.

• Monitor resident assessments, treatments, clinical documentation, and care outcomes.

• Ensure nursing care is delivered in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and applicable nursing standards.

• Coordinate resident admissions, discharges, transfers, and transitions of care.

• Monitor compliance with applicable federal and Vermont regulations, licensing requirements, and facility procedures.

• Provide leadership, coaching, mentoring, and guidance to nursing personnel.

• Identify staff training needs and support ongoing professional development.

• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.

• Review clinical performance and identify opportunities to improve care delivery and resident outcomes.

• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.

• Address resident care concerns and support appropriate follow-up and resolution.

• Promote infection prevention, resident safety, dignity, and a positive care environment.

• Foster teamwork, accountability, and a collaborative workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont.

• Previous nursing leadership, supervisory, or unit management experience preferred.

• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, subacute rehabilitation, or short-term rehabilitation preferred.

• Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of applicable state and federal long-term care regulations.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and support nursing staff.

• Commitment to resident safety, dignity, and individualized care.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive wages and shift differentials, where applicable.

• Weekly pay.

• Six paid holidays.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• On-site employee education.

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth's.

Why Join Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington?

At Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington, we are committed to providing exceptional resident care while supporting the nursing professionals who make it possible.

As a Unit Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, strengthen clinical practices, support employee development, and contribute to improved resident outcomes.

Join a workplace that values compassionate care, professional leadership, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Stellar Health Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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