Job Information
Elderwood RN Unit Manager in Lake Placid, New York
Salary
$82,368 - $118,976 / year
Overview
RN Unit Manager
Pay Rate Range:$82,368 - $118,976 / year —Earn more with experience!
Status:Full-Time & a Full-Time Temporary Opportunities avaliable !
Location:Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, NY — Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics
Why Join Elderwood?
We’re not just offering a job — we’re inviting you to build a meaningful career making a real difference in the lives of others. Join a dedicated team that values your leadership and clinical expertise.
What We Offer
NEW!Gas Allowance Stipend (Full-time & Part-time)
Newly renovated building
Shift Differentials
Full Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
Increased Tuition Assistance for Clinical Tracks
Employee Referral Program
RN Unit Manager – Position Overview
The Unit Manager is responsible for the nursing services and oversight of social programming for all residents on his/her assigned unit for a twenty-four (24) hour basis; involves communication with physicians, families, co-workers and other health care professionals, management and evaluation of nursing staff performance, hiring, and the termination of staff. This individual is responsible for nursing care reporting, documentation planning, implementation and evaluation.
Make your next career move a meaningful one — join Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid and lead a team that truly makes a difference.
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Responsibilities
Assure responsibility for the development, implementation, and evaluation of a residents’ nursing care plan, and the coordination of the interdisciplinary goals and approaches to the needs or health care problems of residents.
Ensure the unit and environment is maintained in good order for the well being of staff and residents.
Attend all meetings and required or preferred in-service training as requested by the Administrator and Director of Nursing.
Generate and develop ideas, which improve the quality of care for residents or increase job productivity and satisfaction.
Encourage involvement and recognize staff for making exceptional contributions.
Qualifications
Possession of a state license in applicable state you are performing work and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience and at least one (1) year of experience in a nursing leadership role
Interest or experience in geriatrics
Current BLS/CPR
Experience with dementia population desirable
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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Posted Date3 weeks ago(2/9/2026 8:22 AM)
Requisition ID2026-34740
of Openings2
Area of InterestNursing
CompanyElderwood
LocationElderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid
Position TypeRegular Full-Time
Salary$82,368 - $118,976 / year