Unit Manager

Etowah Health and Rehabilitation; North Etowah (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Etowah Health and Rehabilitation in Etowah, TN is seeking a Unit Manager (RN/LPN) to lead our skilled nursing team and ensure delivery of high‑quality patient care. You will oversee staffing, care planning, and compliance with regulatory standards to achieve exceptional clinical outcomes.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in long‑term or acute care, Tennessee nursing licensure (RN or LPN), and strong leadership and communication skills to foster collaboration in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in long-term care or acute care.
• Active TN nursing license (RN or LPN) required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to nursing staff, including hiring, training, and evaluating performance.
• Develop and implement care plans while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care planning and patient conferences.
• Promote a positive, collaborative work environment with open communication.
• Monitor patient care quality and safety metrics; identify improvements and act.
• Collaborate with administration to implement policies and quality initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

Unit Manager (RN/LPN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Unit Manager to join our team at Etowah Health and Rehabilitation in Etowah, TN. As a Unit Manager, you will be responsible for providing exceptional leadership and oversight to our skilled nursing team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and achieving exceptional clinical outcomes. If you are a dedicated and experienced healthcare professional looking to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the nursing staff, including hiring, training, and evaluating performance
• Develop and implement effective care plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards
• Coordinate and participate in multidisciplinary care planning and patient conferences
• Foster a positive and respectful work environment, promoting open communication and collaboration among team members
• Monitor and report on patient care quality and safety metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions
• Collaborate with the administration team to develop and implement policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a long-term care or acute care setting
• Active nursing license in the state of Tennessee (RN/LPN)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities