Nurse Manager - SNF

Nurse Manager - Skilled Nursing Facility

Position Highlights:

• Competitive compensation, based on experience.
• Salary range- $90,000.00-105,000.00.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Employees enjoy an excellent work/life balance and generous PTO packages.
• Weekends are required on a rotational basis.
• Relocation expenses available.
• Direct hire.
• Full time.
• Days.
• Special needs unit.
• Setting: Long term care.
• Reports to: Director of nursing.
• Supervises: CNA trainee, CNA, SR CNA, LPN, RN, and unit clerk.
• Location: Penn Yan, New York (NYS beautiful Finger Lakes region).
• Join this career enhancement role where your skills will flourish, and your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of patients.
• Summary: Must have consistent work history in long term care. Experience as a nurse manager or nursing supervisor is ideal.

Responsibilities:

• Interpersonal skills which ensure effective communication with staff, patients, families, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Knowledgeable in the area of management systems and processes. Demonstrated ability to establish effective work relationships in an effort to lead others in the direction of meeting organizational objectives.
• Analytical skills to assess departmental needs, develop, and implement planned interventions, and evaluate the effectiveness of applied interventions.
• Basic management competencies for the position assigned.
• Ability to facilitate project management, work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.
• Familiarity with DOH requirements.
• Computer literacy required with word processing, spreadsheets, power point.
• Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office products including word, excel and power point and Meditech.
• The nurse manager has major responsibility for implementation of strategies and activities designed to achieve and support uncompromising quality, exceptional patient safety and an outstanding patient/resident/family experience. The nurse manager intentionally creates an environment that fosters staff development, staff empowerment, collegial relationships and best practice in the delivery of nursing care. The nurse manager allocates resources to promote efficient, effective, compassionate and fiscally responsible nursing care. The nurse manager assures the coordination of care across department lines through a focus on systems that promote inter-disciplinary collaboration and communication. The nurse manager participates in the recruitment, selection and retention of personnel. Assures appropriate orientation, education, credentialing and continuing professional development for personnel accountable to the nurse manager.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least 2 years recent manager experience in a LTC facility. Experience with special needs unit preferred.
• Graduate from an accredited registered professional nurse program.
• Current NYS license to practice as a professional registered nurse.
• Two years of nursing experience or two years of long term care experience. Supervisor or management experience a plus.

• Dedication to creating a healing environment. The nurse manager will exemplify professionalism, compassionate leadership, and effective communication—ensuring every interaction promotes dignity, respect, and well-being.

Population-Specific Care:

• The nurse manager must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care—assessing resident needs, supporting growth and development across the lifespan, and tailoring care to each resident's unique requirements.

Why Join This Team?

• A supportive, team-focused environment where your leadership is valued.
• Competitive pay and benefits to support your personal and professional growth.
• An opportunity to make a lasting impact in residents' lives while advancing your nursing leadership career.

Why Penn Yan & The Finger Lakes Region?

Living and working in Penn Yan means enjoying the best of both worlds: a tight-knit community with access to world-class recreation and culture.

• Breathtaking lakes : Keuka, Seneca, Cayuga, and Canandaigua—perfect for boating, fishing, kayaking, and sailing
• Wine country : Over 100 wineries and breweries with scenic vineyard views
• Four-season outdoor fun : Skiing, hiking, biking, and golf nearby
• Rich culture : Festivals, theaters, museums, and historical landmarks
• Affordable lifestyle : Lower housing costs compared to major cities
• Proximity : Short drive to Rochester, Ithaca, and Syracuse for additional cultural and academic resources