RN Unit Manager

RN UNIT MANAGER

$118,000-$124,000

Keswick is located in Baltimore, MD. We are seeking dedicated, caring team members willing and able to commit to our workplace values: Connection, Empathy, Inclusion and Advocacy!

Keswick was top-ranked for 2024 as High-Performing by U.S. News & World Report, a rating only reached by 19% of nursing homes in the country.

Keswick was recognized on Newsweek's 2023 and 2024 ranking of Best Nursing Homes in Maryland.

Keswick is a not-for-profit aging services organization dedicated to improving the experience of aging, together. With over 140 years of expertise, we have become a trusted leader in providing compassionate services for older adults in our community.

Why Choose Keswick?

Keswick employees are part of a compassionate, and award-winning team, working together to deliver top care to the people of Baltimore. When you join our team, you can expect:

• Health and prescription coverage with lower-than-average deductibles and copays
• Dental and vision benefits
• Free short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance for Full Time Employees (optional supplemental life insurance)
• 401(k) program with employer matching up to 6%
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay with an option to "cash out" unused vacation hours
• MTA discounted bus passes
• Teladoc - Free 24-hour access to a physician
• Employee Assistance Program with a variety of free services
• Employee Recognition Program
• Free access to our Employee Wellness Program, such as Zumba and Pilates

What will I do as a Unit Manager?

The Unit Manager is responsible for 24-hour clinical leadership, supervision, and operational oversight of the assigned nursing unit (approximately 40-55 beds). This role ensures regulatory compliance, quality outcomes, efficient staffing, safe practices, and person-centered care in alignment with CMS guidelines, OHCQ expectations, facility policies, infection prevention standards, and current evidence-based nursing practice.

The Unit Manager serves as a clinical leader, mentor, role model, and change agent, promoting a positive safety culture, interdisciplinary collaboration, QAPI involvement, and high standards of nursing practice that ensure each resident reaches their highest practicable level of functioning.

What is required in this position?

Graduate of accredited RN program - Bachelor's Degree preferred

Active RN license with no disciplinary action - Maryland Board of Nursing

Infection Prevention Certification preferred (CIC or equivalent)

BLS Required / ACLS and IV Therapy Preferred

Minimum 5 years of nursing experience, including 2+ years in supervisory/leadership role (LTC preferred)

Required annual competencies:

Conducts skill validation, coaching, and progressive discipline

Identifies performance gaps & collaborates with Staff Development

Promotes retention, teamwork, fairness & non-punitive culture

QAPI & Quality Compliance

Tracks unit trends (falls, UTIs, rehospitalizations, pressure injuries)

Participates in RCA and PIP projects

Conducts chart audits & reviews compliance with Orders, MARs, incident reports

Communication & Resident Advocacy

Provides SBAR communication to providers

Collaborates with therapy, social work, dietary & pharmacy

Recognizes family concerns & resolves issues proactively

Behavioral / Dementia Care

Implements non-pharmacological behavioral interventions

Ensures staff uses validation, redirection & trauma-informed care

Reports unsafe behaviors & protects resident dignity

What makes Keswick unique?

Our vision is for greater fulfillment and freedom of choice in aging, for all. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for the guests and residents it serves, Keswick provides various award-winning services that enhance their lives and get them back to doing what they love.

Keswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.