Nursing Home Administrator

Heartland Care Center is a community-owned, non-profit nursing home facility located in Marcus, Iowa that offers a large range of nursing care, including long-term care, hospice care, skilled (rehabilitation) nursing care, and assisted living. Heartland Care Center has a committed Board of Directors that meets regularly to oversee the management of the facility and enjoys an affiliation with Cherokee Regional Medical Center.

• Competitive salary package based on experience
• PTO, Medical, Vision, Dental and Life insurances on the day you start
• HSA and FSA Programs
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan with match, Employee Assistance Plan
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Training reimbursement and tuition assistance program
• Free Fitness Center membership and Wellness Credits
• Discount programs on Verizon Wireless, lodging, theme parks, apparel, and more!
• Must be able to relocate or commute to Marcus, Iowa. Relocation assistance available.

POSITION SUMMARY: As a Nursing Home Administrator, you will oversee the total day-to-day operations of your facility in accordance with the current federal, state, and local government regulations that govern residential care facilities. This exciting role is responsible for developing effective operational strategy and directing the team to assure residents receive the consistently high-quality care we are committed to delivering.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field

License/Registration/Certification:

• Required: Iowa license as Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)
• Required: BLS
• Required: NIMS ICS 100, 200, & 700 Certification or within six months of hire
• Required: Current and valid Iowa Driver's License

Experience:

• Preferred: 2+ years as Licensed Nursing Home Administrator in a LTC, SNF, Sub-Acute, or similar setting
• Preferred: Management/Supervisory experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of state regulations for both acute and skilled nursing centers.
• Ability to lead and supervise professional and administrative staff and work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly developed problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and follow an operating budget for the department.
• Ability to adapt to flexible work schedules and frequent interruptions.
• Ability to prioritize to meet deadlines on daily work and special projects.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Makes routine rounds throughout the center to assure that an optimum level of resident care is provided: the environment is being maintained in a safe and sanitary fashion, systems are in place, and that employees are appropriately attired and receiving appropriate supervisions.
• Develops an annual budget to show the expected revenue and operational expenditures.
• Develops, establishes, and maintains resident census at optimal levels
• Implements policies established by Organization; leads the formation of policies and reports on implementation of policies related to the care center.
• Prepares an operating plan for the achievement of the center's specific objectives and mutually established goals and periodically reviews and evaluates the plan.
• Participates in public relations and marketing plans and programs.
• Reviews operating results of the organization, compare them to established objectives, and take steps to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to correct unsatisfactory results.
• Ensures the center maintains accreditation, licensing, and quality resident care through the establishment of quality/performance improvement monitoring programs and standards.
• Ensures maintenance of physical property is in a good and safe state of repair and operation.
• Supervises the business affairs of the center to ensure that funds are collected and expended to the best possible advantage.
• Ensures contractual agreements are approved.
• Presents reports reflecting the services and financial activities of the center and other required special reports.
• Coordinates with the Board of Directors and hospital leadership on a strategic plan that reflects the center's mission statement and is in accordance with ethics and goals of the organization.