RN / LPN Unit Manager
West Orange, New Jersey
Posted Aug 28
- Unit
- ICU
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Long Term Care
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in New Jersey is $43/hr, across 511 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced RN / LPN Unit Manager to oversee nursing operations within our healthcare facility. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of patient care, nursing management, and healthcare regulations. This leadership role requires a proactive approach to team supervision, quality assurance, and compliance with state and federal healthcare standards. The RN / LPN Unit Manager will play a vital role in ensuring exceptional patient outcomes while fostering a collaborative and compliant work environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise nursing staff, including registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs), ensuring high-quality patient care delivery.
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- Coordinate daily unit operations, including patient assessments, medication administration, and medical documentation in accordance with HIPAA and other regulations.
- Oversee compliance with nursing policies, long-term care regulations, and safety protocols such as infection control and aseptic techniques.
- Manage staffing schedules, training programs, and performance evaluations to promote team development and retention.
- Facilitate interdisciplinary communication among healthcare providers to support comprehensive discharge planning, case management, and utilization review.
- Ensure accurate medical records management using electronic health record (EHR) system.
Qualifications
- Valid RN or LPN license with current state licensure; additional certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) are required.
- Extensive experience in nursing leadership or management roles within acute care, long-term care, or specialized settings such as ICU or trauma centers.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise multidisciplinary teams while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and other privacy standards.
- Excellent communication skills for effective managerial oversight and patient-centered care coordination.
Join our team to lead compassionate nursing care that makes a meaningful difference in patients' lives through expert management and dedicated service!
Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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Requirements
- Valid RN or LPN license with current state licensure; additional certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) are required.
- Extensive experience in nursing leadership or management roles within acute care, long-term care, or specialized settings such as ICU or trauma centers.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise multidisciplinary teams while maintaining compliance with HIPAA and other privacy standards.
- Excellent communication skills for effective managerial oversight and patient-centered care coordination.
Place
- City
- West Orange, New Jersey
- State price level
- 9% above the national average
New Jersey index 108.8, where 100 is the national average.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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The employer, identified as 'Confidential' and based in Dallas, TX, appears to operate as a healthcare staffing agency that places nursing professionals—including Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Registered Nurses (RNs)—across various healthcare facilities. Job postings reference assignments in rehabilitation centers,…
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ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.
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- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
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