Nursing Home Administrator oversees all activities of a nursing home in accordance with established policies and federal and state guidelines. Develops strategic plans for profitability and is accountable for all operations and programs. Being a Nursing Home Administrator administers, directs and coordinates the business. Recommends and leads changes to improve the nursing home. Additionally, Nursing Home Administrator may require an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. May require a state administrator license. The Nursing Home Administrator manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Nursing Home Administrator typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for the overall management of a facility. Plans, develops, directs, monitors, and supports all operational, administrative, clinical, human resources, customer service and fiscal activities for the facility’s programs and services.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Ensures the quality and appropriateness of resident / patient care meets or exceeds company and regulatory standards.
2. Ensures the quality and appropriateness of resident / patient care meets or exceeds company and regulatory standards.
3. Prepares annual budget for facilities. Monitors monthly performance of facility in relation to budget and intervenes as needed.
4. Recruits, hires, provides orientation/training, and retains a sufficient number of qualified staff to carry out facility programs and services. Ensures employee performance meets or exceeds expectations and periodic performance appraisals are conducted on a timely basis.
5. Makes sure facility is a safe, clean, comfortable, and appealing environment for residents, patients, visitors, and staff in accordance with company guidelines.
6. Ensures all required records are maintained and submitted, as appropriate, in an accurate and timely manner.
7. Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
8. Manages all aspects of state or federal government survey processes.
9. Responsible for grievance process from residents, patients, employees, etc.
10. Functions as primary officer for facility according to HIPAA guidelines
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
1. Has a valid Administrator’s license issued by the State’s Governing Board.
2. Meets minimum education requirements of the State.
3. Prefer one to three (1-3) years’ experience as a healthcare facility administrator