Unit Manager – Subacute Floor (RN)

Excelsior Care Group; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Employee Recognition Programs

Company Perks & Employee Discounts

Career Growth & Professional Dev.

Supportive Leadership Team

Job summary

Belgrove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Kearny, NJ is seeking an experienced RN Unit Manager to oversee the Subacute Unit. This leadership role focuses on clinical excellence, staff development, and regulatory compliance.

You will supervise RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, coordinate resident care, mentor staff, and collaborate with physicians and therapy teams to achieve excellent patient outcomes. Strong communication and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Current, active RN license in New Jersey.
• Minimum 2 years nursing leadership in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
• At least 2 years of experience in subacute, rehabilitative, restorative, or post-acute nursing.
• Strong clinical assessment, leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily clinical and administrative operations of the Subacute Unit.
• Supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs).
• Ensure high-quality resident care through effective care planning, medication management, and treatment oversight.
• Monitor documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations during surveys and inspections.
• Investigate resident incidents, complaints, and grievances and ensure timely follow-up.
• Coordinate admissions, readmissions, and discharge planning to support continuity of care.
• Provide staff education, coaching, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Participate in QAPI activities.

Skills

RN license NJ

Leadership experience

Subacute nursing

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Facility: Belgrove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Location: Kearny, New Jersey
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Salary: $105,000 – $110,000 annually (based on experience)
Join Our Leadership Team!
Belgrove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and results-driven Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager to oversee our Subacute Unit. This leadership position is ideal for an RN who is passionate about delivering exceptional clinical care, developing nursing staff, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.
As the Unit Manager, you will provide clinical leadership, coordinate resident care, mentor nursing staff, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to achieve outstanding patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily clinical and administrative operations of the Subacute Unit.
• Supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Ensure high-quality resident care through effective care planning, medication management, and treatment oversight.
• Monitor documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations while preparing for and participating in surveys and inspections.
• Investigate resident incidents, accidents, complaints, and grievances, ensuring timely documentation and follow-up.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapy, MDS, infection prevention, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members to promote positive resident outcomes.
• Coordinate admissions, readmissions, and discharge planning to support continuity of care and reduce hospital readmissions.
• Provide staff education, coaching, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.
• Administer corrective action and employee counseling in accordance with facility policies.
• Foster a positive, professional, and resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing leadership or supervisory experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting.
• At least 2 years of experience in subacute, rehabilitative, restorative, or post-acute nursing.
• Strong clinical assessment, leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations.
• Ability to lead a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Company Perks & Employee Discounts
• Career Growth & Professional Development Opportunities
• Supportive and Collaborative Leadership Team

If you are an experienced RN leader committed to clinical excellence and resident-centered care, we'd love to hear from you.

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