Unit Manager (RN or LPN)

The Avenue at Aurora is a post-hospital rehabilitation and skilled nursing care facility offering a distinctive experience not commonly found in traditional care settings. With a hotel-like atmosphere and all-private suites, our environment is designed to promote comfort, dignity, and healing. We are proud to provide some of the area’s highest levels of rehabilitation, nursing, and medical support for individuals transitioning from hospital to home. Our team is dedicated to delivering compassionate physical, medical, emotional, and spiritual care in a respectful and uplifting setting.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate nurse to serve as a Unit Manager within our long-term care facility. This leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering high-quality care to residents. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact while guiding and supporting a team of nursing professionals, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) currently licensed in the State of employment

• Genuine interest in geriatric nursing and long-term care

• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions

• Physically fit, mentally and emotionally stable

• Familiarity with facility policies and procedures

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities

• Promote census growth and understand its impact on facility success

• Make rounds and confer with nursing staff to monitor resident care

• Report on changes in resident conditions to the Administrative Office

• Collaborate with department heads and consultants (e.g., dietary, pharmacy, therapy)

• Supervise nursing personnel across all shifts

• Assist with in-service education, staff meetings, and orientation

• Review and update nursing care plans

• Follow directives from the Director of Nursing (DON) and provide written reports during their absence

• Conduct monthly surveys on resident care status and compile reports

• Address nursing-related issues in the absence of the DON

• Follow up on recommendations from the consulting pharmacist

• Provide floor coverage during staffing shortages

• Praise and discipline staff as needed; assist with performance evaluations and appraisals

• Issue warning notices for performance deficiencies

• Identify educational needs and coordinate in-service training

• Oversee Utilization Review activities in accordance with Medicare and Medicaid guidelines

• Review and update resident levels of care daily

• Educate staff on documentation requirements for skilled care

• Verify certifications for new admissions

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods

• Lift and transfer residents as needed (with assistance when necessary)

• Manual dexterity for handling medical equipment and documentation

• Must be able to respond effectively to emergencies and manage stressful situations professionally

Apply today and become a valued leader in a team that puts compassionate care and resident well-being at the heart of everything we do.