Unit Manager – LPN or RN
Countryside Post Acute | Buchanan, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Position: Unit Manager (Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse) Location: Buchanan, Georgia
Join Our Team at Countryside Post Acute!
Countryside Post Acute is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced LPN or RN Unit Manager to join our nursing leadership team!
We are looking for a motivated nursing professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care, supporting nursing staff, and maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence.
The Unit Manager will oversee the daily nursing operations of an assigned unit, ensuring quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and a positive, supportive environment for residents, families, and staff.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee daily nursing operations and coordinate resident care within the assigned unit.
• Supervise, mentor, and support LPNs, RNs, and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
• Ensure nursing care is delivered in accordance with physician orders, individualized care plans, facility policies, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor resident conditions, identify changes, and ensure timely communication with physicians, families, and appropriate clinical personnel.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and ongoing resident assessments.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and resident care conferences.
• Monitor medication administration, treatments, documentation, and infection prevention practices.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Assist with staff scheduling, assignments, performance evaluations, coaching, and training.
• Promote compliance with federal and Georgia state regulations, infection control standards, and facility policies.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Assist the Director of Nursing (DON) and nursing leadership with clinical audits, survey readiness, and corrective action plans.
• Address resident and family concerns professionally and compassionately.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and a culture of resident-centered care.
Qualifications
• Current, active LPN or RN license in the State of Georgia or a valid multistate license authorizing practice in Georgia.
• Graduate of an accredited or state-approved nursing program.
• Previous nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Previous supervisory, charge nurse, or unit management experience strongly preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations, infection prevention, and resident care standards.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and effectively lead a nursing team.
• Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) or similar electronic medical records preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification, as required by facility policy.
What We're Looking For
Our ideal candidate is a dependable, hands-on leader who leads by example, supports their team, and takes pride in providing excellent resident care.
We value individuals who demonstrate professionalism, compassion, accountability, and a commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment for our residents.
Why Join Countryside Post Acute?
At Countryside Post Acute, we believe quality care begins with a strong, supportive nursing team. As our Unit Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents while contributing to a collaborative and resident-focused workplace.
Apply today and become part of the Countryside Post Acute team!
Countryside Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.