Unit Manager (RN)

MQS Health; East Windsor Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement and culture team

Company-sponsored life insurance

EAP resources

Job summary

Merwick Post Acute in New Jersey is seeking a Unit Manager with an active RN license for a full-time role. The job offers a competitive rate range and requires comprehensive nursing leadership on a single unit.

Key duties include supervising nursing staff, coordinating resident care, ensuring quality standards, and participating in committees. The role emphasizes incident reporting and collaboration with interdisziplinär teams to deliver patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN license in New Jersey.
• BLS Certification (CPR) required.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience, with 2 years in supervision.
• Nursing degree from an accredited program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate resident care on the assigned unit.
• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to nursing staff.
• Ensure incident reporting and follow-up with leadership.
• Participate in facility committees and policy development.
• Monitor care plans, regulations, and quality standards.

Skills

RN license

Nursing experience

Supervisory experience

BLS CPR

Education

Nursing degree preferred

Job description

Join our team at Merwick Post Acute as a Unit Manager.

Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services

Full-time opportunity available

Monday - Friday (Must have an RN license)

Rate range: $79k - $110k/yr (All Inclusive)

At Merwick Post Acute, we believe that strong clinical leadership at the unit level is essential to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality resident care. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the Unit Manager oversees nursing operations on an assigned unit and ensures residents receive comprehensive, person-centered care.

Responsibilities for Unit Manager:

• Assume full responsibility and accountability for resident care on the assigned nursing unit.
• Oversee and coordinate resident care to promote the highest possible level of physical, mental, and psychosocial functioning.
• Ensure timely and accurate incident reporting, with appropriate follow-up and communication to the Administrator and the Director of Nursing.
• Participate in facility committees and programs as directed by the Director of Nursing.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies and procedures based on identified clinical and operational needs.
• Provide clinical leadership, guidance, and support to nursing staff on the unit.
• Monitor compliance with care plans, regulations, and quality standards to ensure optimal resident outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support resident-centered care and continuous improvement.

Qualifications for Unit Manager:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered active license to practice as an RN in the state of New Jersey.
• Valid BLS Certification (CPR) required.
• A nursing degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of nursing experience required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience in a nursing care center, hospital, or other healthcare setting required.

Our Core Values in Action

Passion – Leading with dedication to ensure residents receive the highest quality of clinical care.

Respect – Supporting staff and residents with professionalism, empathy, and dignity.

Excellence – Upholding the highest standards of clinical leadership, accountability, and resident outcomes.

Benefits for a Unit Manager

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee engagement and culture committee
• Company-sponsored life insuranceEmployee assistance program (EAP) resources

Join our team at Merwick Post Acute and Healthcare Center, a 200-bed Sub-Acute, and Long-Term Care facility where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, inclusive setting, we would love for you to grow your career with us.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.