Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing

Post Acute Partners Cheektowaga, NY, US

$103,935 / year

Salary

up to $103,935

Overview

Unit Manager (RN) - Skilled Nursing

Lead a Unit. Build a Team. Set the Standard.

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; 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

Apply Today

If you’re ready to lead, mentor, and make a meaningful impact - we’d like to connect with you.

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

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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

EOE Statement

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.

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