AL/MS LPN Unit Manager at Harbor's Edge Continuing Care Retirement Community – Norfolk, Virginia

Harbor’s Edge is a premier 5-star, resort-style Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Norfolk, Virginia, featuring 300 Independent Living units, a 33-bed Skilled Nursing unit, a 40-bed Assisted Living unit, and a 34-bed Memory Support unit.

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2025 “Best Senior Living Program,” Harbor’s Edge has earned accolades for Independent Living – Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, and Food & Dining, and is celebrated as a top-rated CCRC.

We are seeking a full-time LPN Unit Manager to lead nursing care for Assisted Living and Memory Support residents. The ideal candidate brings senior living experience (long-term care, assisted living, or memory support) and a genuine passion for working with older adults.

The Unit Manager oversees staff, implements policies and procedures, manages staffing and budgets, coordinates with other departments, and ensures high-quality resident care in compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations. As essential personnel, the role requires availability during emergencies, inclement weather, or disasters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise nursing staff, including scheduling, orientation, performance management, and staffing coverage.
• Oversee nursing care for Assisted Living and Memory Support residents, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Conduct or delegate medical assessments for admissions and ensure proper care during discharges and transfers.
• Manage nursing equipment and supplies efficiently to meet resident needs.
• Review and audit medical documentation, individualized service plans (ISPs), and care records for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate resident care with families, staff, physicians, and consultants (e.g., hospice, dialysis).
• Develop and monitor Quality Assurance programs, departmental budgets, and staffing plans.
• Maintain and enforce nursing policies, procedures, and training programs, including safety, infection control, and emergency preparedness.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, surveys, inspections, and emergency response as required.
• Provide floor support and assume on-call responsibilities as scheduled.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure high-quality resident care.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience in long-term care or a related field, including nursing supervision; experience in assisted living and memory care preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory processes, state survey requirements, nursing and medical practices, laws, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
• ISP and UAI certification (training provided if not currently certified).
• Current CPR or BLS/AED certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical records management, supplies, and equipment.
• Skilled in clinical and diagnostic procedures, assessments, and documentation.
• Ability to plan, organize, implement, and manage programs, policies, and resources to ensure quality care.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to read, write, and interact effectively with staff, residents, families, visitors, government agencies, and the medical community.
• Ability to work effectively as an interdisciplinary team member and perform all staff-level functions within the department.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

Comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off + Six Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer Paid - Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employer Paid - Short-term and Long-term Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Contribution
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid - Certification Training
• Legal Resources & Identity Protection Plan

*Benefit offerings vary according to employment status.

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