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LPN Unit Manager

CompanyHarbor's Edge Continuing Care Retirement Community
LocationNorfolk
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 27, 2026
About The Company
Welcome to Harbor’s Edge, a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community offering True LifeCare. Located on the Elizabeth River and in the heart of downtown Norfolk, we are moments away from many shopping, dining, arts, and entertainment options. Also, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, home to the nationally ranked Sentara Heart Hospital and other top rated medical programs, is a stones throw away. Harbor’s Edge has been redefining senior living since its opening in 2006. We offer a combination of high-end amenities with a full continuum of care for those 62 and better, who desire carefree, resort-style living and peace of mind for the future. And this is just the beginning! Our second Tower, the River Tower opened in December 2021. With the River Tower, we now offer additional dining venues, media room, Atrium Bar and Lounge. Renovations to our first Tower, Harbor Tower begin 2022. At Harbor’s Edge it is our mission to provide an active, involved, independent lifestyle for our residents in an atmosphere of comfort, security, and exceptional service.
About the Role

Description

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.

Requirements

  • 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.

EEO/D/V

Key Skills
Nursing SupervisionStaff SchedulingPerformance ManagementRegulatory ComplianceMedical AssessmentsBudget ManagementQuality AssuranceInfection ControlEmergency PreparednessInterdisciplinary CoordinationMedical Documentation ReviewPolicy EnforcementStaff TrainingOn-Call AvailabilityClinical ProceduresCare Planning
Categories
HealthcareManagement & LeadershipSocial Services
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offHolidaysEmployee assistance programLife insuranceShort-term disability insuranceLong-term disability insuranceRetirement savings planTuition reimbursementLegal resourcesIdentity protection plan
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Unit Manager will lead and supervise nursing staff, including scheduling and performance management, while overseeing nursing care for Assisted Living and Memory Support residents to ensure compliance with all regulations. Key duties involve managing budgets, coordinating care with various departments and families, and developing quality assurance programs.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
89
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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