Job Description
Salary: $82,368 - $118,976 / year Overview:
RN Unit Manager
Pay Rate Range: $82,368 - $118,976 / year — Earn more with experience!
Status: Full-Time
Location: Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, NY — Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics
Why Join Elderwood?
We’re not just offering a job — we’re inviting you to build a meaningful career making a real difference in the lives of others. Join a dedicated team that values your leadership and clinical expertise.
What We Offer
NEW! Gas Allowance Stipend (Full-time & Part-time)
Newly renovated building
Shift Differentials
Full Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
Increased Tuition Assistance for Clinical Tracks
Employee Referral Program
RN Unit Manager – Position Overview
The RN Unit Manager is responsible for the management of nursing services and the oversight of social programming for all residents on their assigned unit—24 hours a day. The role includes communication with physicians, families, interdisciplinary team members, performance evaluations, hiring, staff education, and ensuring compliance with all clinical policies and procedures. This position plays a key role in reporting, documentation, care planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Make your next career move a meaningful one — join Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid and lead a team that truly makes a difference.
Apply today!
Responsibilities:
RN Unit Manager Responsibilties:
Develop, implement, and evaluate resident care plans and coordinate interdisciplinary goals and interventions.
Maintain a safe, orderly, and therapeutic environment for residents and staff.
Participate in staff meetings, care conferences, and required in-service trainings.
Supervise, support, and evaluate nursing staff performance.
Provide leadership by encouraging staff engagement and recognizing outstanding contributions.
Foster communication among clinical and non-clinical departments to ensure resident-centered care.
Ensure proper documentation and compliance with facility and regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
RN Unit Manager Qualifications:
Current NYS license and registration as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) required.
Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience.
At least one (1) year of experience in a nursing leadership role.
Interest or experience in geriatrics strongly preferred.
Current CPR/BLS certification required.
Experience working with dementia populations is desirable.
Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and compassion in all interactions.
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.
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Local area, Shift work,