Skilled Healthcare Center -
The Nursing Home Administrator is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the facility, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. The goal is to provide the highest degree of quality care to residents at all times. Given the 24/7 nature of nursing homes, this role may require non-standard hours, including on-call responsibilities during nights, weekends, and holidays.
The Nursing Home Administrator will primarily focus on management and administrative tasks, interacting with residents, families, staff, and other stakeholders. Clinical duties are minimal.
As the Administrator, you will have the authority, responsibility, and accountability to carry out the following duties. Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned to meet the needs of the facility and residents.
Facility Management:
Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate the facility's programs and activities to ensure smooth operations.
Establish and maintain written policies and procedures governing facility operations.
Regularly review and update policies to ensure compliance with current regulations.
Staff Management:
Develop and maintain job descriptions for all staff positions and ensure regular performance evaluations.
Assist department directors with the creation and implementation of departmental policies and procedures, fostering collaboration and teamwork across departments.
Ensure proper staff training through in-service programs, on-the-job training, and orientation.
Communication & Liaison:
Act as a liaison to employees, residents, family members, visitors, and regulatory agencies, ensuring effective communication of policies and procedures.
Serve on facility committees (e.g., Infection Control), providing written and oral reports to the governing board as needed.
Represent the facility in meetings with external agencies, government representatives, and third-party payers.
Financial Oversight:
Assist the President/CEO in preparing the annual operating budget for board approval.
Ensure timely submission of financial records and cost reports to appropriate governmental agencies.
Monitor economic conditions and inform the President/CEO of necessary adjustments to maintain quality care standards.
Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines, including maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Respond to survey inspections and regulatory audits, providing plans of correction as needed.
Maintain confidentiality of all resident information and ensure residents' rights are upheld.
Resident Care & Environment:
Maintain a warm, inviting atmosphere while ensuring a clean and safe environment for residents.
Oversee the maintenance of supplies, equipment, and resources to meet the needs of residents.
Ensure adequate staffing levels are maintained at all times to provide the best care.
Problem-Solving & Decision-Making:
Identify and address operational problems, working closely with department heads to resolve issues and improve service quality.
Provide guidance to department directors and staff to ensure the facility runs efficiently.
Address resident and family grievances, documenting and taking appropriate actions when necessary.
Public Relations & Community Involvement:
Maintain good public relations and a positive reputation for the facility within the community.
Foster strong relationships with the medical community and other healthcare organizations.
Health & Safety Compliance:
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, including fire protection, infection control, and other health and safety guidelines.
Conduct routine inspections of the…
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