Unit Manager (RN)

Elderwood; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager to lead a nursing unit in our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. This hands-on leadership role emphasizes consistency, accountability, and high clinical standards while guiding CNAs and newer staff.

You will oversee resident care plans, document accurately, and ensure regulatory compliance. If you are a calm, structured leader with a passion for quality care, we want to connect with you.

Qualifications

• Active NY RN license.
• 2+ years of nursing experience in SNF/LTC.
• Prior leadership experience (Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Supervisor).
• Experience leading CNAs and mentoring newer staff.
• Experience with dementia population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 oversight of the assigned nursing unit.
• Coach and develop nursing staff, focus on CNA support and performance.
• Set expectations for care delivery, accountability, and teamwork.

Skills

RN Leadership

Nursing Supervision

Team Building

Staff Coaching

Regulatory Compliance

Resident Care Oversight

Education

New York State RN License

Tools

EMR/EHR Software

Job description

Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing Lead a Unit. Build a Team. Set the Standard.

Salary

Up to $105,000 / Year

Overview

Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing Lead a Unit. Build a Team. Set the Standard.

Shift

Monday- Friday 8:00am- 4:00pm

This Role is for a True Nurse Leader.

Elderwood is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager to lead one of our nursing units within our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. This is a hands-on leadership role - ideal for a nurse who is confident in long-term care, comfortable leading teams with varying levels of experience, and committed to building consistency, accountability, and quality on the unit. If you are a steady, experienced RN who knows how to lead CNAs, support newer staff, and drive clinical standards, we want to connect with you.

Why Elderwood

• Established skilled nursing facility in the Southtowns
• Leadership team focused on strengthening operations, staffing, and culture
• Opportunity to make a real impact on team development and care quality
• A role where your experience and leadership will be valued and relied upon

Who This Role is Ideal For

• A seasoned RN who prefers leadership over task-based nursing
• A nurse who brings structure, calm, and consistency to their team
• Someone who takes pride in mentoring CNAs and improving team performance
• A leader who is comfortable stepping into a unit that needs strength, guidance, and accountability

Why This Role Matters; t this is not a maintenance role. You will:

• Help stabilize and strengthen your unit team
• Improve clinical consistency and resident outcomes
• Be a key partner in shaping the culture and performance of the facility

Responsibilities

Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing - What You’ll Lead:

Unit Leadership & Team Oversight

• 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

Clinical Oversight & Resident Care

• 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

Family & Physician Communication

• 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

Operations & Staffing

• 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

Qualifications

Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing - What We’re Looking For:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license - New York State
• Minimum 2+ years of nursing experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) 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

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.