LNHA - Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, Skilled Nursing
About The Position
Elderwood at Williamsville is seeking an accomplished Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead one of the region's premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation communities. This is not a typical administrator opportunity. As the leader of a 200-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center, you'll oversee a highly complex operation that includes Western New York's only non-hospital-based ventilator unit, comprehensive subacute rehabilitation services, long-term care, memory care, and multiple specialty clinical programs. The community's dedicated ventilator program is supported by respiratory therapists, specially trained nursing staff, and a board-certified pulmonologist, making Williamsville a regional destination for advanced post-acute care. This position calls for an experienced healthcare executive who thrives in complex clinical environments, inspires high-performing teams, embraces regulatory excellence, and is committed to delivering exceptional resident outcomes.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
