Nursing Home Administrator

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionDescription A Culture of Caring; is a place where seniors choose to live and employees desire to work. Our Leading advantages include:State-of-the-art FacilitiesOn-demand PayBenefits begin after 30 daysLow-cost lunchesFree Membership to our gym and indoor poolShift differentialWork-life BalanceGrowthCompetitive WagesWe spend about 2,000 hours per year at work. Why not make that time matter? For us, 'work that matters' is less about what you do, and more about how you do it.The Davis Community requires that all current and new employees, including contract staff, receive an annual influenza vaccination and TB skin test unless a reasonable or disability accommodation is granted. BASIC PURPOSE : The primary purpose of this position is to direct the overall operation of the Nursing Home's activities in accordance with company Policies and Procedures, current Federal, State and Local standards, guidelines and regulations and as directed by the COO to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care and service is maintained at all times.MAJOR WORK ACTIVITIES : Listed below is an outline of the major duties and responsibilities that you will be required to perform. As the Nursing Home Administrator, you are delegated the authority, responsibility and accountability to carry out your assigned duties. Your job description is broad by nature and every duty that the position requires may not appear in this list. Be advised that you may be required to perform other related duties and activities as necessary to fulfill the purpose of this position. 1. Establish (with assistance and approval of Policy & Procedure Committee) and direct the implementation of written policies and procedures that reflect the goals and objectives of the facility and organization. (These include personnel policies, resident care policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc.)2. Direct the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures and establish a rapport in and between departments so that each can see the importance of teamwork.3. Assure that personnel, residents, visitors and the general public follow established policies and procedures. 4. Interpret the facility and organization's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, family members, visitors, etc. as may become necessary. 5. Review policies and procedure periodically, at least annually and request approval for revisions as necessary to assure that compliance with current regulations is being continually maintained. 6. Ensure that resident's rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property, and civil right, including the right to make complaints are well established and maintained at all times. 7. Maintain an active public relations program that serves the best interest of the facility, organization and community alike.8. Maintain an excellent working relationship with the medical profession and other health related facilities and organizations through formal working and transfer agreements.9. Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the facility and organization.10. Recruit, select and train competent department coordinators and other auxiliary personnel as appropriate.11. Meet with department directors on a regularly scheduled basis and conduct/participate in in-service training classes and supervisory level training programs. 12. Receive recommendations from department directors concerning the operation of their departments and other related areas to assist in eliminating/correcting problem areas and/or improving services.13. Review and monitor competence of work force and make necessary adjustments/corrections as required or that may become necessary using company policies and procedures. 14. Review and interpret monthly financial statements and provide such information to COO, CFO and CEO.15. Assist in the establishment and maintenance of an adequate budget monitoring and accounting system that reflects accurately the operating cost and revenues in order that the financial integrity of the facility is maintained.16. Keep abreast of the economic and regulatory condition/situation of the industry and facility operations and make recommendations and/or adjustments as necessary to assure the continued ability to provide quality resident care and services. 17. Prepare an annual operating budget for approval by the COO, CFO, CEO and Board and allocate the resources to carry out programs and activities of the facility. 18. Assure that all reporting of records and information by government/regulatory agencies is submitted in a timely manner and as required. 19. Represent the facility at and participate in all required management meetings. 20. Represent the facility in dealings with outside agencies, including governmental agencies and third-party payors or provide an authorized representative of the facility when unable to attend such meetings. 21. Appropriately delegate authority, responsibility and accountability to other persons. 22. Attend and participate in appropriate professional workshops, seminars, etc. to keep abreast of current changes in the health care and assisted living field as well as maintain your professional status and license. 23. Authorize the purchase of major equipment/supplies as authorized through budget approval and the COO. 24. Submit to the COO written and oral reports/recommendations from the facility's Quality Assurance committees.25. Evaluate and implement recommendations from Corporate Compliance/Quality Assurance programs.26. Assure that the facility is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform such duties/services.27. Assist in the planning of purposeful in-service training classes and on-the-job training programs that will lead to better understanding of resident needs. This includes customer service training and monitoring staff for compliance with providing helpful and courteous service at all times. 28. Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished. 29. Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents.30. Other related duties and responsibilities that may become necessary or as directed by the CEO.RequirementsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :•Work in well-lighted, well-ventilated setting.•Physical exertion required at least 10% of the time. Physical exertion is described as standing, stooping, kneeling and bending. Sitting/moving frequently during work hours.•Occasional lifting and carrying of objects weighing approximately 10 lbs. and pushing objects weighing between 150-200 lbs.•May be subject to noisy, hot or cold, humid and busy environment. Subject to frequent interruptions.•Possible exposure to infectious diseases.•Exposure to some noise and stress. Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, etc.•Ability to work and talk with people. Involved with residents, family members, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions/circumstances.•Be involved in community/civic health matters/projects.•Attend and participate in continuing educational programs.•Complete math problems.•Read, write and speak English at the twelfth-grade level.•Communicate via telephone and other automation vehicles.•Visualize equipment and medical record forms.•Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.•Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.•Ability to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.•Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc. that are necessary for providing quality resident care and services and maintaining a sound operation.•In an emergency, is expected to respond and includes the possibility of evacuation of residents.•Willingness to work beyond normal working hours when necessary.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :Education: Prefer a Bachelor's Degree in Hospital Administration, Business Administration or other health related degree and must meet state licensure requirements. Licensure/Certification: Must fulfill all licensure requirements of this State. Be a minimum of 21 years of age and of good moral character. Experience: Must have experience in a supervisory capacity in a health-related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.