Nursing Home Administrator

Senior Lifestyle•Gorham, ME

About The Position

The Nursing Home Administrator oversees the day-to-day operation of the skilled nursing community and supervises all skilled nursing staff. As the on-site executive, the administrator is the main point of contact for staff, residents, prospects, community organizations, government agencies, and the public. The role includes maintaining budget accountability and cash flow, managing personnel, ensuring community licenses remain current, leading staff meetings, and representing the community in civic and professional affairs. The administrator also promotes and protects resident rights, supporting informed decisions and treating residents with dignity and respect.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience in the Senior Housing Industry.
  • Professional communication and listening skills with 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 to work harmoniously with all staff members.
  • Compassion and patience, including when work is stressful.
  • Ability to switch tasks quickly and often.

Nice To Haves

  • A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the 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 local, state, and professional organizations and participate in social and civic affairs.

Benefits

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