Nursing Manager

Stamford, CT Open
Insight Global is looking for Nursing Manager in Stamford, CT. This local job opportunity with ID 3640520960 is live since 2026-04-16 16:50:24.

Insight Global's client is seeking an experienced RN Nurse Manager for a residential care facility supporting adults with mental health and chronic medical needs. This role is ideal for a hands-on nurse leader who thrives in a close-knit environment, values long-term resident relationships, and is comfortable balancing clinical oversight with day-to-day care. The RN Nurse Manager will oversee medication administration, supervise nursing staff, coordinate care with external providers, and ensure regulatory compliance while fostering a compassionate, family-like culture where resident happiness is the top priority.


Day-to-Day:

  • Oversee and coordinate all direct resident care (44 residents; capacity up to 50)
  • Ensure residents are clinically prepared and medically optimized
  • Supervise LPN and CNAs/attendants (10 total staff; 8 FT, 2 PT)
  • Complete annual performance reviews and support staff development
  • Oversees resident care plans and ensures updates are completed per regulations
  • Maintain integrity of the medication room, inventory, and compliance
  • Oversee daily medication administration accuracy (high volume med pass)
  • Communicate with physicians, hospitals, pharmacies, and conservators
  • Transcribe and implement doctor's orders
  • Provide nursing care including wound care, diabetic testing, nebulizers, vaccines
  • Assess residents returning from hospitalizations
  • Coordinate referrals (PT, home care, specialists)
  • Lead monthly in services and oversee staff certifications
  • Prepare for and support DPH inspections
  • Respond to incidents (falls, injuries, behavioral health concerns)
  • Support admissions assessments and discharge planning
  • Be present across shifts to support day, evening, and night staff handoffs


REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Active Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • 5+ years RN experience with 2+ years in a management or leadership role
  • Active CPR certification Associate's Degree in Nursing
  • Experience working with elderly and/or mental health populations
  • Experience with AcuFlo or other eMAR systems
  • Comfort supervising and supporting LPNs and CNAs/attendants
  • Experience with physician orders, assessments, and care plan oversight
  • Ability to be hands-on in a small-staff, family-style environment
  • Willingness to be on call 24/7 (primarily phone support; rare onsite weekends)
  • Strong clinical judgment; calm and effective in emergencies
  • High level of compassion, respect, and accountability for resident outcomes


NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Experience overseeing medication administration by attendants
  • Strong background in medical/surgical nursing or charge nurse experience
  • Residential care home or assisted living experience
  • Experience with DPH inspections and survey readiness
  • Mental health exposure (bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, major depressive disorder)
  • Public health nursing background
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)
  • Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook skills
  • Mission driven, family oriented care mindset


Salary: $100-$110k

Required Skills