NURSING HOME ADMINISTRATOR

Position Information

Job Series: Health Administration
Classification: Nursing Home Administrator - Competitive
Class Code: MHA01C
Pay Grade: SPC08
Salary Range: $114,390 - $169,298

County

Washington

Hiring Official

Marc Riley

Location

This position is located at the Arkansas State Veterans Home at 1179 North College Avenue, Fayetteville, AR 72703

Core Values

• Honor: Recognize and respect the service and sacrifices of veterans and their families, conduct myself ethically, honestly, and selflessly.
• Service: Deliver timely, accessible, and veteran-centered care and benefits.
• Dignity: Treat everyone with respect, compassion, and kindness.
• Respect: Hold everyone in the highest regard and act with empathy, diversity, and integrity.
• Integrity: Act transparently, honestly, and ethically, adhere to high moral principles, and maintain trust.
• Excellence: Pursue continuous improvement, evidence-based practices, and high-quality outcomes.
• Compassion: Show empathy and understanding in every interaction, provide care that respects mental, physical, and emotional needs.
• Accountability: Take responsibility for outcomes, measure performance, fix problems quickly, and own commitments.
• Stewardship: Responsibly manage public resources, facilities, and personnel to maximize value and sustain services.
• Collaboration: Coordinate across federal, state, and community partners to deliver integrated support and seamless transitions.
• Innovation: Embrace data, technology, and new approaches that improve outcomes, reduce barriers, and simplify veteran experiences.

Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs Core Values

Honor We pledge to recognize and respect the service and sacrifices of veterans and their families and courageously conduct myself ethically, honestly, and selflessly in the performance of my duties. Service We pledge to put veterans’ needs first, delivering timely, accessible, and veteran-centered care and benefits. Dignity We pledge to recognize the inherent worth of every person by treating everyone with respect, compassion, and kindness. Respect We pledge to hold everyone in the highest regard is the foundation of my actions by listening with empathy, valuing diverse perspectives, and acting with integrity. Integrity We pledge to act transparently, honestly, and ethically in all decisions and communications, by adhering to high moral principles and professional standards while maintaining trust. Excellence We pledge to pursue continuous improvement, evidence-based practices, and high-quality outcomes across health care, benefits, and support services. Compassion We pledge to show empathy and understanding in every interaction, providing care that respects mental, physical, and emotional needs. Accountability We pledge to take responsibility for outcomes, measure performance, fix problems quickly, and own commitments to veterans and their families. Stewardship We pledge to responsibly manage public resources, facilities, and personnel to maximize value and sustain services for current and future veterans. Collaboration We pledge to coordinate across federal, state and community partners to deliver integrated support and seamless transitions for veterans. Innovation We pledge to embrace data, technology, and new approaches that improve outcomes, reduce barriers, and simplify veteran experiences.

Position Summary

The Arkansas State Veterans Home is seeking a Nursing Home Administrator to lead and oversee the operations of the facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality of care for veterans and their dependents, while also managing the financial and administrative aspects of the facility.

Primary Responsibilities

The Nursing Home Administrator will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the daily operations of the nursing home, including staffing, budget management, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensuring the provision of high-quality care to veterans and their dependents, including coordination with medical staff, social workers, and other healthcare providers.
• Managing the facility's finances, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.
• Collaborating with other departments within the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs to ensure seamless communication and support for veterans and their families.
• Providing leadership and guidance to staff members, including training and development opportunities.

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience in healthcare administration or a related field.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

Minimum Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Licensure or certification as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• At least five years of experience in healthcare administration or a related field.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.