Nursing Home Administrator

Senior Lifestyle•Gorham, ME
•$135,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Home Administrator oversees the day-to-day operations of the skilled nursing community and supervises skilled nursing staff. As the on-site executive, the administrator serves as the primary point of contact for staff, residents, prospects, community organizations, government agencies, and the public. The role includes maintaining budget accountability and cash flow, managing employees in accordance with corporate policy, and ensuring the community maintains all required local, state, and federal licenses. The administrator also leads staff meetings, protects resident rights, and represents the community in social, civic, and professional organizations.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience in the senior housing industry.
  • A Nursing Home Administrator license is required.
  • Previous leadership experience is required.
  • Professionally communicate with and listen to residents, guests, and coworkers.
  • Ability to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile residents.
  • Strong management skills and willingness and desire to work harmoniously with all staff members.
  • Compassion and patience in work, including during stressful situations.
  • Ability to switch tasks quickly and often.

Nice To Haves

  • A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the overall day-to-day operation of the skilled nursing community and supervise skilled nursing staff.
  • Act as the on-site executive and main point of contact for staff, residents, prospects, community organizations, government agencies, and the public.
  • Maintain budget accountability and cash flow, anticipating and minimizing negative budget variances and deficits.
  • Hire, train, discipline, and terminate employees in accordance with Senior Lifestyle Corporate policy.
  • Maintain all local, state, and federal licenses for the community.
  • Lead staff meetings.
  • Promote and protect resident rights by assisting residents to make informed decisions and treating them with dignity and respect.
  • Represent the community in social and civic affairs and in local, state, and professional organizations.

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Paid time off
  • DailyPay access to earned but unpaid wages before the next payday
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