Resident Care Manager RN or LPN (ECU)
$39.00 - $56.00 hourly
- Hood River Post Acute
- Hood River, OR, United States
- Nov 06, 2026
Job Description
Enhanced Care Unit (ECU) Residence Manager
*Hood River Post Acute*
Overview
Hood River Post Acute is seeking a dedicated and experienced *Enhanced Care Unit (ECU) Residence Manager* to oversee the daily operations of our 23-bed Enhanced Care Unit. This specialized unit serves residents with complex behavioral health, mental health, and medical needs.
The ECU Residence Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring residents receive high-quality, compassionate, and individualized care while maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
This position requires strong clinical judgment, effective leadership, and the ability to manage challenging behaviors while promoting resident dignity, independence, and quality of life. The ECU Residence Manager will work closely with the Director of Nursing, interdisciplinary team, and facility leadership to ensure the unit operates efficiently and maintains the highest standards of care.
Duties and Responsibilities
* *Unit Leadership and Oversight:* Supervise and coordinate daily operations of the Enhanced Care Unit, ensuring a safe, organized, and therapeutic environment for residents and staff.
* *Staff Supervision:* Provide direct leadership, guidance, and accountability for nursing staff assigned to the ECU, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
* *Behavioral Health Management:* Oversee the implementation of individualized behavioral interventions and support staff in managing residents with complex mental health and behavioral needs.
* *Resident Care:* Monitor residents' physical, emotional, and behavioral health needs, ensuring appropriate interventions and timely communication of changes in condition.
* *Care Planning:* Collaborate with nursing, social services, medical providers, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
* *Staff Education and Development:* Provide ongoing training, coaching, and support to nursing staff, emphasizing behavioral management, de-escalation techniques, trauma-informed care, and resident-centered approaches.
* *Regulatory Compliance:* Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, facility policies, and standards related to skilled nursing and behavioral health services.
* *Incident Management:* Respond to behavioral incidents, resident concerns, and safety issues promptly while ensuring appropriate documentation, investigation, and follow-up.
* *Resident and Family Communication:* Maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and healthcare professionals, addressing concerns and promoting effective communication.
* *Quality Improvement:* Identify opportunities to improve resident outcomes, staff performance, and overall unit operations.
* *Interdisciplinary Collaboration:* Work closely with facility leadership to promote teamwork, consistency, and accountability throughout the unit.
* *Resident Dignity and Independence:* Promote a culture of respect, compassion, and individualized care while supporting residents in achieving their highest practicable level of functioning.
Requirements
* Active *RN or LPN license in the State of Oregon*.
* Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, behavioral health, or mental health settings preferred.
* Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
* Strong understanding of behavioral health conditions, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques.
* Ability to effectively lead, motivate, educate, and hold staff accountable.
* Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented in challenging situations.
* Familiarity with PointClickCare (PCC) preferred.
* Commitment to resident dignity, safety, compassionate care, and continuous quality improvement.
Our Mission
At Hood River Post Acute, our mission is to *cultivate an environment where residents want to live and employees want to work.*
The Enhanced Care Unit Residence Manager is instrumental in bringing this mission to life by building a positive team culture, maintaining high standards of care, and creating an environment where residents with complex needs can feel safe, respected, and supported.
We are looking for a leader who takes ownership of their unit, leads by example, develops their team, and is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and staff.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39.00 - $56.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
*Hood River Post Acute*
Overview
Hood River Post Acute is seeking a dedicated and experienced *Enhanced Care Unit (ECU) Residence Manager* to oversee the daily operations of our 23-bed Enhanced Care Unit. This specialized unit serves residents with complex behavioral health, mental health, and medical needs.
The ECU Residence Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring residents receive high-quality, compassionate, and individualized care while maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment.
This position requires strong clinical judgment, effective leadership, and the ability to manage challenging behaviors while promoting resident dignity, independence, and quality of life. The ECU Residence Manager will work closely with the Director of Nursing, interdisciplinary team, and facility leadership to ensure the unit operates efficiently and maintains the highest standards of care.
Duties and Responsibilities
* *Unit Leadership and Oversight:* Supervise and coordinate daily operations of the Enhanced Care Unit, ensuring a safe, organized, and therapeutic environment for residents and staff.
* *Staff Supervision:* Provide direct leadership, guidance, and accountability for nursing staff assigned to the ECU, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
* *Behavioral Health Management:* Oversee the implementation of individualized behavioral interventions and support staff in managing residents with complex mental health and behavioral needs.
* *Resident Care:* Monitor residents' physical, emotional, and behavioral health needs, ensuring appropriate interventions and timely communication of changes in condition.
* *Care Planning:* Collaborate with nursing, social services, medical providers, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
* *Staff Education and Development:* Provide ongoing training, coaching, and support to nursing staff, emphasizing behavioral management, de-escalation techniques, trauma-informed care, and resident-centered approaches.
* *Regulatory Compliance:* Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, facility policies, and standards related to skilled nursing and behavioral health services.
* *Incident Management:* Respond to behavioral incidents, resident concerns, and safety issues promptly while ensuring appropriate documentation, investigation, and follow-up.
* *Resident and Family Communication:* Maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and healthcare professionals, addressing concerns and promoting effective communication.
* *Quality Improvement:* Identify opportunities to improve resident outcomes, staff performance, and overall unit operations.
* *Interdisciplinary Collaboration:* Work closely with facility leadership to promote teamwork, consistency, and accountability throughout the unit.
* *Resident Dignity and Independence:* Promote a culture of respect, compassion, and individualized care while supporting residents in achieving their highest practicable level of functioning.
Requirements
* Active *RN or LPN license in the State of Oregon*.
* Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, behavioral health, or mental health settings preferred.
* Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
* Strong understanding of behavioral health conditions, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques.
* Ability to effectively lead, motivate, educate, and hold staff accountable.
* Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented in challenging situations.
* Familiarity with PointClickCare (PCC) preferred.
* Commitment to resident dignity, safety, compassionate care, and continuous quality improvement.
Our Mission
At Hood River Post Acute, our mission is to *cultivate an environment where residents want to live and employees want to work.*
The Enhanced Care Unit Residence Manager is instrumental in bringing this mission to life by building a positive team culture, maintaining high standards of care, and creating an environment where residents with complex needs can feel safe, respected, and supported.
We are looking for a leader who takes ownership of their unit, leads by example, develops their team, and is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and staff.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39.00 - $56.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
About Hood River Post Acute