Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager

The Pines at Utica Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation Utica, NY 13501, US

$95,000 - $100,000 / year

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A Great Place to Work

The Pines at Utica is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 1800 Butterfield Avenue, Utica, New York, 13501

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Salary Pay Range: $95,000 to $100,000 annually

Full-Time Opportunity

Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 5 PM

What You'll Do:

As an RN Unit Manager, you will oversee and coordinate the nursing staff within a dedicated unit. Your role is instrumental in ensuring the delivery of quality care, fostering a positive work environment, and ensuring the health, comfort, and overall well-being of our residents.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a team of nurses and support staff within the unit
Develop and implement care plans, ensuring individualized resident care
Supervise daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation
Conduct regular assessments to maintain quality standards and compliance
Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to nursing staff
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident well-being

If you are an experienced nursing professional with a passion for leading others in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a Unit Manager!

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What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Utica team enjoys:

Competitive compensation and benefits package
Comprehensive training and mentorship
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Supportive and collaborative work environment
The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $95,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.

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What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Unit Manager include:

New York State RN nursing license
Advanced degree or certification preferred
Experience in a supervisory or leadership role in a clinical care setting is required
Experience in a supervisory or leadership role in a Long-Term Care setting is highly preferred
Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill, with the ability to work with both
Strong clinical, leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

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We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

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