Licensed Nursing Home Administrator / Personal Care Administrator (NHA/PCA)

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator / Personal Care Administrator (NHA / PCA)

Job Tracking ID : ETG-17 Job Location : Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia Job Level : Management Level of Education : BA / BS

Job Type : Full-Time / Regular Date Updated : July 16, 2024 Starting Date : ASAP

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Job Description :

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator / Personal Care Administrator (NHA / PCA)

Philadelphia, PA (Suburbs)

We are seeking a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) / Personal Care Administrator (PCA) to join our Team.

This position is responsible for the development, planning, organization, and implementation of the facilities programs and activities.

The NHA / PCA will oversee the day-to-day functions of the facility in accordance with federal, state, local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long-term care facilities to assure the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the facility’s programs and activities.
• Develop and maintain written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the facility.
• Assist department directors in the development and implementation of performance evaluations.
• Assist department directors in the development and use of departmental policies and procedures, and establish a rapport in and among departments so that each can realize the importance of teamwork.
• Review the facility’s policies and procedures periodically, at least annually, and make changes as necessary to assure continued compliance with current regulations (e.

g., ADA, ergonomics, air quality, etc.).

• Interpret the facility’s policies and procedures to employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, etc., as necessary.
• Ensure that public information (policy manuals, etc.) describing the services provided in the facility is accurate and fully descriptive.
• Ensure that all employees, residents, visitors and the general public follow established policies and procedures.
• Assume the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability of directing the activities and programs of the facility.
• Represent the facility at and participate in top level meetings.
• Represent the facility in dealings with outside agencies, including governmental agencies and third-party payers, or provide an authorized representative of the facility when unable to attend such meetings.
• Make written and oral reports / recommendations to the governing board concerning the operation of the facility.
• Make routine inspections of the facility to assure that established policies and procedures are being implemented and followed.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
• Review and develop a plan of correction for deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such plan to the governing board and ombudsman representative as required.
• Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents.
• Maintain a good public relations program that services the best interests of the facility and community alike.
• Delegate a responsible staff member to act in your behalf when you are absent from the facility.
• Serve on various committees of the facility (i.e., Infection Control, Quality Assurance and Assessment, etc.) and provide written / oral reports of such committee meetings to the governing board as directed or as may become necessary.
• Assist the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified quality deficiencies.
• Evaluate and implement recommendations from the facility’s committees as necessary.
• Assist in the recruitment and selection of competent department directors, supervisors, consultants and other auxiliary personnel.
• Ensure that appropriate identification documents are presented prior to the employment of personnel and that appropriate documentation is filed in the employee’s personnel record in accordance with current regulations mandating such documentation.
• Delegate administrative authority, responsibility and accountability to other staff personnel as deemed necessary to perform their assigned duties.
• Consult with department directors concerning the operation of their departments to assist in eliminating / correcting problem areas, and / or improvement of services.
• Ensure that an adequate number of appropriately trained professional and auxiliary personnel are always on duty to meet the needs of the residents.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished.
• Review and check competence of work force and make necessary adjustments / corrections as required or that may become necessary.
• Counsel / discipline personnel as requested or as may become necessary.
• Ensure that disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status.
• Terminate employment of personnel when necessary, documenting and coordinating such actions with the Human Resources Director.
• Schedule and participate in departmental meetings.
• Serve as liaison to the governing board, medical staff, and other professional and supervisory staff.
• Maintain an excellent working relationship with the medical profession and other health related facilities and organizations through formal working and transfer agreements.
• Assist department directors in planning, conducting, and scheduling of in-service training classes, on the job training and orientation programs to assure that current material and programs are continuously provided.
• Meet with department directors on a regularly scheduled basis, and conduct / participate in in-service classes and supervisory level training programs.
• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc. to keep abreast of current changes in the long-term care field, as well as to maintain a professional status.
• Assist the Director of Nursing Services in developing and revising the Nurses’ Aide Training Program and curriculum used by the facility.

Submit to appropriate state agency for approval.

• Assist in establishing a clinical practice program for Nurses’ Aides in training.
• Ensure that all personnel attend and participate in annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and bloodborne pathogens standard.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.
• Ensure that all facility personnel, residents, visitors, etc., follow established safety regulations, to include fire protection / prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc.
• Ensure that the building and grounds are maintained in good repair.
• Review accident / incident reports and establish an effective accident prevention program.
• Ensure that all facility personnel follow established regulations governing the use of labels and MSDSs for hazardous chemicals.
• Ensure that facility procedure manuals identify safety precautions and equipment to use when performing tasks that could cause bodily injury.
• Ensure that facility personnel follow established ergonomics policies and procedures (e.g, a back brace and / or a mechanical lifter is used when lifting or moving heavy objects).
• Ensure that all facility personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals participate in an in-service training program prior to performing such tasks.
• Ensure that established waste disposal policies are followed.
• Ensure that personnel follow established policies governing the use / disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious waste.
• Ensure that the facility is maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner.
• Authorize the purchase of major equipment / supplies in accordance with established purchasing policies and procedures.
• Ensure 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.
• Ensure that adequate supplies and equipment are on hand to meet the day-to-day operational needs of the facility and residents.
• Prepare an annual operating budget for approval by the governing board and allocate the resources to carry out programs and activities of the facility.
• Assist in the establishment and maintenance of an adequate accounting system that reflects the operating cost of the facility.
• Review and interpret quarterly financial statements and provide such information to the governing board.
• Ensure that adequate financial records and cost reports are submitted to authorized government agencies as required by current regulations.
• Keep abreast of the economic condition / situation and adjust as necessary to assure the continued ability to provide quality care.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident information.
• Ensure that the resident’s rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints, are well established and always maintained.
• Review resident complaints and grievances and make written reports of action taken. Discuss with residents and family as appropriate.
• Assist in establishing and implementing a Resident / Group Council.
• Ensure that policies governing a timely notice for resident discharges and room, or roommate changes are strictly followed by all personnel.
• Ensure that resident funds maintained by the facility are managed in accordance with current federal and state regulations and that appropriate accounting records are maintained.
• Ensure that all residents receive care in a manner and in an environment that maintains or enhances their quality of life without abridging the safety and rights of other residents.
• Ensure that each resident receives the necessary nursing, medical and psychosocial services to attain and maintain the highest possible mental and physical functional status, as defined by the comprehensive assessment and care plan.

Come Join our Team!

Job Type : Full-time, Permanent Opportunity

Hours : Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm

Work Location : One Location in Montgomery County, PA area

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please send your response to : [email protected]

Experience and Skills :

NHA License (Required)

PCA License (Required)

Proven relevant NHA / PC experience in a similar Senior Living / CCRC environment

Benefits

Employee Compensation Package :

Competitive Wages-We look at your years of experience

Employee appreciation events including weekly dress down days

Employee Referral Program

Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Generous HRA reimbursement plan

Supplemental Insurances

Retirement 401(K) Plan-6% Employer match after 1 year

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