Administrator - LNHA

Elderwood•Buffalo, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood at Cheektowaga is seeking a proven Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead the overall operations of our skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities in Cheektowaga, New York. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced healthcare leader who understands how to balance resident care, employee engagement, regulatory excellence, census performance, and financial stewardship - while building a workplace culture people are proud to be part of. If you are an Administrator who leads with visibility, accountability, and heart, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect. Elderwood at Cheektowaga is an established 172-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Western New York, with an assisted living community and independent community on campus. Located in highly desirable Cheektowaga, NY with easy access to Buffalo metro area, this role offers the opportunity to lead a respected campus with strong community roots, supported by experienced regional and executive leadership. It is a meaningful opportunity to influence culture, quality, census, and operational results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required (healthcare or related field preferred)
Minimum two (2) years of management experience, preferably in a nursing home or long-term care setting
Active state-specific Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) license required
Demonstrated experience in regulatory compliance, staff leadership, financial oversight, and operations
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead through trust, accountability, and clarity
A leadership style that is visible, ethical, calm under pressure, and people-centered
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level

Responsibilities

Oversee all daily operations of the facility in accordance with state and federal regulations
Serve as the facility’s Designated Compliance Officer, ensuring an effective and active compliance program
Maintain readiness for surveys, audits, and inspections; lead corrective action as needed
Ensure infection control, safety programs, emergency preparedness, and disaster plans are current and effective
Ensure residents receive high-quality care that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life
Foster interdisciplinary collaboration across nursing, therapy, social services, dietary, activities, and medical teams
Address resident and family concerns promptly, respectfully, and effectively
Promote consistent care planning, documentation accuracy, and regulatory compliance
Lead, mentor, and hold accountable all department heads and administrative leaders
Set the standard for integrity, professionalism, service excellence, and ethical conduct
Encourage staff engagement, development, recognition, and continuous improvement
Build a culture where employees feel supported, valued, and aligned with Elderwood’s mission
Oversee hiring, performance management, discipline, and termination of leadership staff
Ensure compliance with labor laws, FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, and HR policies
Maintain oversight of payroll accuracy, timekeeping, benefits coordination, and employee inquiries
Support training programs, orientations, and ongoing education for all staff
Maintain facility census at or near capacity while supporting safe admissions practices
Control operating expenses and meet budgetary goals
Oversee payroll, billing coordination, purchasing, and financial reporting to EAI
Safeguard resident funds and ensure accurate financial documentation
Serve as the primary representative of the facility to families, referral partners, regulators, and the community
Strengthen the facility’s reputation through ethical leadership, transparency, and quality outcomes
Support volunteer engagement, ombudsman partnerships, and community involvement