Administrator in Training - Long Term Care

Crisp Regional • Cordele, GA

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About The Position

The Administrator in Training (AIT) program is a structured, state‑approved leadership development pathway designed to prepare future Licensed Nursing Home Administrators (LNHAs) or Executive Directors. Under the supervision of a licensed administrator, the AIT gains hands‑on experience in clinical operations, regulatory compliance, resident care standards, financial management, and staff leadership within a long‑term care environment.

Requirements

• Please indicate under your education which regulatory requirement you meet supported by detailed work experience.
• REQUIREMENT #1 A doctorate or master's degree in health administration, health services administration, nursing, or other healthcare degrees REQUIRES - 500-hour GA AIT
• REQUIREMENT #2 A baccalaureate degree in health administration, health services administration, health care administration, or nursing, or other healthcare related degree REQUIRES - 1000-hour GA AIT
• REQUIREMENT #3 An associate degree in nursing or licensed practical nursing certification with four years of full-time work in any skilled nursing facility with the last two years being in management REQUIRES - 1500-hour GA AIT
• REQUIREMENT #4 Six years of full-time work in any skilled nursing facility with the last three years being in management and no less than 48 semester units or 90 quarter units of college REQUIRES - 2000-hour GA AIT
• REQUIREMENT #5 Eight years full-time experience in a skilled nursing facility with the last five years being in management, a High School Diploma REQUIRES - 2000-hour GA AIT

Responsibilities

• Resident Care & Quality Assurance Learn and support the implementation of resident‑centered care practices.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) meetings.
• Assist with monitoring clinical outcomes, incident reports, and care‑plan processes.
• Observe interdisciplinary team meetings and understand care coordination.
• Regulatory Compliance Study and apply federal and state regulations, including: CMS Requirements of Participation State licensing rules Life safety and infection‑control standards
• Assist with survey readiness, mock surveys, and corrective action plans.
• Maintain compliance documentation and support audit preparation.
• Operations & Facility Management Participate in daily facility operations, including rounds and department oversight.
• Support scheduling, staffing, and workflow optimization.
• Learn emergency preparedness procedures and environmental safety standards.
• Assist with vendor management, supply ordering, and maintenance coordination.
• Human Resources & Staff Development Observe recruitment, onboarding, and training processes.
• Participate in employee engagement initiatives and performance evaluations.
• Learn labor laws, disciplinary procedures, and union considerations (if applicable).
• Build strong relationships with nursing, dietary, housekeeping, and therapy teams.
• Financial & Business Office Functions Assist with budgeting, financial reporting, and census development.
• Learn billing processes, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
• Support accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions.
• Participate in marketing, admissions, and community outreach activities.
• Leadership Development Shadow the Administrator and department heads across all operational areas.
• Complete assigned leadership projects and present findings to the management team.
• Demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and ethical decision‑making.
• Develop communication, conflict‑resolution, and team‑building skills.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree