Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Manager

Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Manager

Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center | Burlington, Vermont

Job Summary

Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Manager to lead nursing operations and support high-quality resident care.

In this leadership role, you will oversee daily nursing activities on your assigned unit, provide clinical guidance to nursing staff, and help ensure compliance with applicable regulations, professional standards, and facility policies. You will collaborate with residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to promote resident safety, positive outcomes, and person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide clinical direction to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

• Oversee daily nursing operations and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, facility policies, and professional standards.

• Promote safe, compassionate, and resident-centered care.

• Monitor residents for changes in condition and communicate concerns to physicians, families, or representatives as appropriate.

• Participate in resident admissions, discharges, and transfers.

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, changes in condition, and outcomes.

• Carry out physician orders and oversee medication administration and monitoring.

• Perform and oversee wound care and other skilled nursing treatments.

• Provide hands-on nursing care as needed, including colostomy care, tube feedings, suctioning, IV administration, and other clinical services within the RN's scope of practice.

• Conduct regular unit rounds to assess resident needs and support staff accountability.

• Coordinate follow-up appointments and transportation arrangements.

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, including rehabilitation, social services, dietary, and activities staff.

• Participate in management meetings to discuss census, resident care needs, complaints, and operational concerns.

• Support staff development through coaching, performance evaluations, and corrective action in accordance with facility policies.

• Promote effective communication, teamwork, and a safe environment for residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont.

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.

• Current CPR certification.

• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred; qualified candidates without this experience may be considered.

• Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

• Strong clinical judgment, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality, resident-centered care.

Benefits

• Competitive wages plus shift differentials.

• Weekly pay.

• Six paid holidays.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Paid time off (PTO) for eligible full-time employees.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• On-site employee education and professional development.

• Supportive team environment.

Why Join Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center?

Join a team where your clinical expertise and leadership can make a meaningful difference in residents' lives. As an RN Nurse Manager, you will have the opportunity to support nursing staff, improve care delivery, and contribute to a positive, resident-focused environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.