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Unit Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: ALIYA Healthcare Consulting
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-08
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Nursing Home, RN Nurse, Director of Nursing, Charge Nurse
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 85000 - 110000 USD Yearly USD 85000.00 110000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Summary

ALIYA Healthcare is seeking an experienced and compassionate Unit Manager - RN to oversee the daily clinical operations of a post-acute mixed long-term care unit
. The Unit Manager will provide strong nursing leadership, ensure high-quality resident care, support and develop nursing staff, and maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and facility regulations.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on nursing leader with strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and previous experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care environment.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Oversee the daily clinical operations of the assigned nursing unit.
  • Provide leadership and supervision to RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and other nursing staff.
  • Ensure residents receive individualized, high-quality nursing care based on their clinical needs and care plans.
  • Monitor resident conditions and ensure timely assessment, intervention, and follow-up.
  • Review and oversee completion of assessments, care plans, documentation, and required clinical records.
  • Participate in care plan meetings and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to address resident needs.
  • Conduct regular rounds to monitor resident care, safety, and overall unit performance.
  • Monitor clinical outcomes, quality measures, infection prevention practices, and other nursing performance indicators.
  • Ensure compliance with CMS, IDPH, facility policies, and applicable federal and state regulations.
  • Communicate effectively with physicians, residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
  • Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and coordination of post-acute services.
  • Assist with staffing, assignments, and maintaining appropriate nursing coverage.
  • Provide ongoing coaching, education, and support to nursing staff.
  • Address employee performance and attendance concerns in collaboration with facility leadership and Human Resources.
  • Respond appropriately to emergencies and assist with incident investigations and follow-up.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation.
  • Promote a positive, professional, and resident-centered environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Administrator.
Qualifications
  • Current Illinois RN license in good standing.
  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience; skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute experience preferred.
  • Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of clinical practices, long-term care standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with electronic medical records;
    Point Click Care  experience preferred.
  • Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to effectively lead, coach, and motivate nursing staff.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
  • Strong commitment to quality resident care and clinical excellence.
Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    Life Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • 401(k)
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement

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