Nurse Manager – Skilled Nursing Facility

(Finger Lakes Region) Salary Range: $85,000–$100,000 (based on experience) The Opportunity You'll lead nursing operations in a Special Needs Unit within a Long Term Care facility, reporting directly to the Director of Nursing. This role puts you at the center of quality patient care, team development, and clinical excellence. You'll supervise a multidisciplinary team including CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and Unit Clerks while shaping care delivery that makes a measurable difference in residents' lives. Why You'll Love This Role Competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package Work/life balance supported by generous PTO Relocation expenses available to help you make the move Supportive leadership culture focused on your professional growth Full-time, day shift position with weekends on a rotational basis Your Day-to-Day You'll implement strategies that drive uncompromising quality, exceptional patient safety, and an outstanding experience for residents and families. Your leadership will create an environment where staff development, empowerment, and best practices thrive. You will: Lead your nursing team to meet organizational objectives and DOH requirements Coordinate care across departments through interdisciplinary collaboration Allocate resources to deliver efficient, compassionate, and fiscally responsible nursing care Participate in recruitment, selection, and retention of personnel Ensure appropriate orientation, education, credentialing, and continuing professional development Build effective relationships with staff, patients, families, physicians, and the healthcare team Assess departmental needs, develop interventions, and evaluate outcomes Manage multiple priorities and projects while meeting deadlines Provide age-appropriate, population-specific care tailored to each resident's unique needs What We're Looking For Required: Graduate from an accredited Registered Professional Nurse Program Current NYS License to practice as a Professional Registered Nurse At least 2 years recent Nurse Manager experience in a Long Term Care facility Two years of nursing experience or Long Term Care experience Strong interpersonal and communication skills Knowledge of management systems, DOH requirements, and analytical problem-solving Computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint Preferred: Experience with Special Needs Units Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Meditech Ready to Apply? Step into a nursing leadership role where your expertise shapes quality care and your team looks to you for compassionate, professional guidance. Apply now to lead a dedicated team in New York's beautiful Finger Lakes region.