Desk Nurse /

Assistant Unit Manager Job Type:

Full-Time | Permanent | Direct Hire |

On-Site Schedule:

Day Shift | Monday - Friday An established, mission-driven senior healthcare organization in Connecticut is seeking two collaborative, clinically skilled Daytime RN Desk Nurses / Assistant Unit Managers to partner directly with Lead Unit Managers in driving unit operations. In this dual clinical-administrative leadership role, you will work side-by-side with the Lead Unit Manager to oversee daily care delivery, clinical documentation, physician order processing, and unit workflows across designated resident units (1 dedicated to the upstairs two units, 1 dedicated to the downstairs two units). This role is ideal for an experienced long-term care RN looking for a structured, Monday through Friday daytime management opportunity without full solo administrative burden.

Key Responsibilities:

Unit Operations & Desk Leadership:

Work alongside the Lead Unit Manager to coordinate daily unit operations, shift reports, and clinical nursing workflows across two assigned units

Clinical Order & Chart Management:

Review, process, and reconcile physician orders, lab results, diagnostic reports, and pharmacy profiles to ensure rapid, accurate clinical execution

Interdisciplinary Coordination:

Function as a primary liaison between attending physicians, interdisciplinary therapy teams, families, and floor nursing staff to align resident care plans

Resident Assessment & Family Communication:

Assist with comprehensive resident clinical assessments, care planning updates, routine family updates, and hospital discharge preparation

Floor Staff Guidance & Support:

Model clinical standards and provide ongoing coaching, documentation support, and daily guidance to floor

RNs, LPNs, and CNAs Regulatory & Quality Oversight:

Maintain meticulous EMR documentation standards in compliance with Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) regulations and internal facility QAPI benchmarks

Qualifications:

Licensure:

Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Connecticut required

LTC Management Experience:

Minimum of 2 to 3 years of clinical nursing experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care (LTC) setting, including demonstrated supervisory, charge nurse, desk nurse, or unit management experience

Organizational Skills:

Exceptional administrative multitasking abilities, order reconciliation skills, and detail orientation to manage two active clinical units

EMR Proficiency:

High proficiency with Electronic Medical Record systems (e.g., PointClickCare) for care planning, order entries, and audit compliance

Communication:

Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, facility leadership, nursing teams, and resident families

Benefits Health & Wellness Coverage:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans with robust employee well-being and support resources Retirement Plan with

Match:

Employer-sponsored 403(b) retirement plan offering Traditional and Roth options with a 100% match up to 2% of contributions (plus an additional 1% match potential based on eligibility) Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous accrued PTO program combining vacation, personal, and sick time, with accrual rates based on length of service

Connecticut Paid Sick Leave:

Accrues at 1 hour per 30 hours worked (up to 40 hours annually)

Paid Holidays:

6 paid company holidays per year

Tuition & Educational Support:

Annual course and tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 per year for eligible full-time employees Note on

Compensation:

The posted range represents base rates for specialized nursing and supervisory positions. Final pay will be determined during the interview process based on clinical background, leadership experience, and selected shift/Baylor structure. Note on

Hiring Requirements:

All job offers are strictly contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment background checks, Connecticut state nursing license verifications, health clearances, and drug screenings. Note on

Employment Status:

The position outlined above represents a direct-hire, permanent clinical nursing leadership role with flexible weekend shift options.