Registered Nurse (RN) Manager - Our Lady of Mercy

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Our Lady of Mercy Life Center - Guilderland, New York Until 10/4/2026 1+ years exp First posted July 22, 2026 Last posted August 5, 2026
Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Our Lady of Mercy Life Center, a member of St. Peter's Health Partners, is seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical RN Manager to lead one of our Long-Term Care units. This leadership role is responsible for the day-to-day clinical, operational, and staffing oversight of a 40-resident unit within our 160-bed skilled nursing facility.

The Clinical RN Manager serves as a leader, mentor, and resource for nursing staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care in a safe and supportive environment. This position requires a strong clinical background, leadership skills, and the ability to manage staff performance, operations, and resident outcomes.

Position Summary

The Clinical RN Manager is accountable for the clinical and operational performance of the assigned unit, including resident care outcomes, staffing management, regulatory compliance, employee engagement, and quality improvement initiatives. The Manager works collaboratively with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to promote exceptional care and service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead daily clinical and operational activities for a 40-resident Long-Term Care unit.

  • Supervise, coach, and develop nursing staff to ensure quality resident care.

  • Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, and retain nursing team members.

  • Manage staff performance, conduct evaluations, and administer corrective action when needed.

  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, timekeeping, attendance, and payroll approval.

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, and quality standards.

  • Collaborate with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to support positive outcomes.

  • Monitor quality indicators, resolve concerns, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Serve as a visible leader who promotes accountability, teamwork, resident satisfaction, and employee engagement

Qualifications

Required

  • Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.

  • Associate Degree in Nursing or graduate of an accredited nursing program.

  • Minimum of one year of RN experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.

  • Prior leadership experience, charge nurse experience, or demonstrated leadership potential.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).

  • Previous Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager, or Long-Term Care leadership experience.

  • Experience with staff supervision, performance management, scheduling, and employee development.

  • Knowledge of CMS, NYSDOH, and long-term care regulatory requirements.

Successful Candidates Will Demonstrate

  • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Leadership presence and ability to build high-performing teams.

  • Effective time management, organization, and prioritization skills.

  • Commitment to resident satisfaction, quality outcomes, and employee engagement.

  • Professionalism, accountability, compassion, and integrity.

Pay Range: $99,840 - $131,830.40 annually Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About this role

Summary

Lead nursing staff, oversee resident care, manage operations, ensure compliance, and improve quality in a long-term care setting.

Job title

Registered Nurse (RN) Manager

Experience level

1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Guilderland, NY; remote work not allowed

Salary

$100k–$132k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

nursing licensestaff managementregulatory compliance

Preferred skills

BSNleadership experienceCMS knowledge

Specializations

long-term carestaff supervisionresident care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site