CEO / Nursing Home Administrator (NHA)

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements :

You care.

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of your job position is to plan, organize, develop, coordinate and manage the overall operations of the nursing home in accordance with federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations while being in accordance with Vivage Management policies and procedures to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Program, Policies and Procedure Duties : 50% time

• Directs and implements safety practices including emergency preparedness
• Assures department managers plan, organize, develop, implement, evaluate and direct facility programs and activities
• Recruits, trains and leads an effective professional team of managers who implement programs and services which reflect Vivage Management's values, goals and ethics, and which support financial growth and stability
• Manages Workers Compensation program
• Participates in governmental agency facility surveys
• Assures adherence to all Vivage Management standards, programs, policies and systems
• Chairs the facility's Performance Improvement Committee and assures appropriate follow-up
• Ensures the communication and enforcement of residents' rights; reviews resident complaints and grievances; prepares written reports of action taken; discusses with resident and family as appropriate
• Promotes Vivage's philosophy of culture change and person-centered care model to ensure residents have the opportunity to grow and live enriched lives
• Develops and implements a marketing plan to maintain facility viability and success; maintains occupancy and payor mix to maximize financial outcomes
• Participates in various facility, corporate and external committees and task forces
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret relevant programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures
• Keeps abreast of industry trends through continuing education, committee involvement, journals, networking and other available avenues
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., necessary for providing quality care and maintaining a sound operation

Reporting Duties : 20%time

• Monitors procurement and utilization of equipment and supplies sufficient to provide safe, sanitary, and quality resident services in all areas
• Ensures that an adequate number of appropriately trained staff are on duty at all times to meet the needs of the residents
• Provides timely documentation regarding performance, counseling and guidance to department managers while promoting growth and competency in a positive and nurturing environment
• Develops and maintains written job descriptions that accurately reflect job responsibilities and are in compliance with regulatory requirements

Department Support Duties : 15% time

• Assures departmental response and follow-up to Vivage Management's Consolidated Site Reports
• Assists department managers with staff counseling and performance evaluations.
• Provides effective leadership and direction to department managers
• Maintains appropriate communication with Vivage Management regarding all clinical, financial and operational issues
• Ensures facility and personal involvement within the community

Management Duties : 15%time

• Develops effective working relationships with staff and maintains an environment conducive to building teams
• Functions as the home's chief public relations officer
• Responsible for the overall financial performance of the facility
• Purchases all equipment and capital items in accordance with Vivage Management approval protocol and facility governing body
• Must possess the ability to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE :

• Knowledge of computer systems, system applications, and other office equipment
• Strong financial management skills
• Working knowledge of long-term care state and federal regulations, Medicare, Medicaid, employment law, OSHA and Workers Compensation
• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to hospital and nursing facility administrative procedures

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Education : Bachelor's Degree in Health Care or related field; Eden Associate preferred

Experience : Must have a minimum of (5) five years supervisory experience in a long-term care facility Experience as a Nursing Home Administrator (strongly preferred)

License : Nursing Home Administrator license in good standing in the state in which they are operating

BENEFITS

• Medical insurance with Rx benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• 401k
• Paid vacation