Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

About the role

We are called to serve a thriving community where seniors live with dignity, connection and purpose. Our core values include Compassion, Faith, Inclusion, Integrity, and Dedication.

Our mission is to provide a culture of hospitality and teamwork, and we are seeking a skilled professional to oversee the overall operations of our Skilled Nursing facility.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and is accountable for overall operations of Skilled Nursing and manages partnerships with external parties
• Ensures the team provides exceptionally high-quality services for residents and families
• Engages in prompt resolution of concerns to result in resident and family satisfaction
• Reviews services provided in view of market needs and future opportunities
• Develops the facility's annual goals and objectives and assures action steps are implemented as scheduled
• Meets and/or exceeds budget projections and ensures census remains at or exceeds projected numbers
• Monitors medical director, healthcare providers, and physician duties as related to requirements
• Develops and manages the operational budget and capital budget for Skilled Nursing
• Completes monthly written reports to the Campus Executive Director, including a monthly financial analysis of revenue and expenditure variances
• Monitors compliance with state and federal rules, regulations, and codes pertaining to the operations of a skilled nursing facility
• Oversees the maintenance and protection of the building, equipment, and fixtures to ensure continuous use and efficient operation
• Maintains HIPAA compliance related to privacy and access to resident information and assists with electronic medical records (EMR) campus needs
• Partners with Human Resources in performance management of the team to ensure effective administration of policies and procedures
• Demonstrates and implements talent development of the facility team by delivering career development, internal education, and performance evaluations for direct reports
• Manages and oversees the staffing model, creating a sound organizational plan to ensure effective delivery of quality services
• Serves as staff liaison for the Resident Council and Family Focus meetings and advocates for resident needs
• Maintains a positive image of Oakwood with hospitals, business partners, member churches, and the community
• Coordinates the development, implementation, and communication of policies and procedures for each department and facility
• Provides reports to and attends Board Council meetings and Resident Association committee meetings as needed
• Develops close supportive relationships with area hospitals to manage admissions and discharge processes
• Reports events and potential claims as needed to claims consultants and the Wisconsin Reporting System
• Facilitates monthly quality assurance meetings and quarterly Quality Assurance Assessment committee meetings to achieve the highest level of quality care and performance

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of skilled nursing and rehabilitative services administration
• Working knowledge of Federal and State regulations pertaining to skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitative services
• Proven history of commitment to providing exceptional clinical care of frail and aging adults
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and human relations skills
• Collaboration and partnership with residents, families, staff, and the community
• Proven leadership fostering a team approach in a development culture
• Maintains and protects the confidentiality of information
• Proven track record of exercising independent judgment and making sound decisions
• Proactively plans, organizes, and prioritizes work schedule to ensure an effectively run facility
• Willingness to be flexible with hours to carry out the responsibilities of the position, including outside of normal business hours

Experience, Education, and Training

Successful completion of a bachelor's degree program in Health Care Administration or Business Administration or other fields related to the Health Care field is required.

A minimum of three years of administrative experience in a skilled nursing facility setting is required.

Must be currently licensed as a Nursing Home Administrator in the State of Wisconsin.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements

Must be able to adapt to frequently changing work parameters.

Primarily works inside with frequent sitting, walking, standing, bending, and occasional lifting of supplies not in excess of 25 pounds.

Must understand and accept the possibility of exposure to environmental elements, such as inclement weather, dust, noise, chemicals, and/or chemical fumes, and infectious disease.