Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager — Dementia Unit

Job overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager role is onsite in Syracuse, NY, with compensation of $98,000–$110,000 per year. Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing provides rehabilitation and nursing care, and this position leads its Dementia Unit. The manager oversees daily unit operations and nursing staff while supporting compassionate, individualized care for residents with dementia. The role promotes resident safety, dignity, and quality of life through clinical guidance, care-plan review, and collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams.

What you'll do

• Supervise nursing staff and daily Dementia Unit operations
• implement employee policies and procedures
• mentor and guide staff
• review resident records and care quality
• conduct case reviews and ensure individualized care plans
• address family concerns
• maintain medical supplies
• collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and management.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

registered nurse

rn unit manager

dementia care

alzheimer’s care

nursing leadership

long-term care

resident safety

syracuse ny

van duyn center

$98k–$110k per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with partial match, paid time off, health, vision, and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, continuing education, employee discounts, and bonus opportunities.

Why this role

Sign-on and referral bonus opportunities; continuing education and professional development.

About the employer

Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.