Executive Director

Ascension Living; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 111,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan (403b

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension Living in Wichita, KS is seeking a Nursing Home Administrator for Via Christi Village Ridge. This full-time role focuses on driving occupancy, regulatory compliance, and strategic leadership within a Catholic health system.

The position requires state licensure as a Nursing Home Administrator and a combination of education and leadership experience as outlined in the job posting. Competitive benefits and annual bonus eligibility are included.

Qualifications

• Nursing Home Administrator licensure required.
• Education requirements described above with equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational effectiveness and financial performance by developing strategic plans, forecasting, managing annual budgets, and aligning resources to hit metrics.
• Direct marketing and communication strategies to maintain occupancy and minimize vacancies.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations while embedding Catholic Ethical and Religious Directives.
• Lead leadership, staff, and consultants through workforce planning, recruitment, performance evaluation and continuous learning.
• Serve as the operational bridge to the Board of Directors, presenting performance insights and aligning outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Education

High School diploma equivalency (with 5 years applicable experience)

Associate's/Bachelor's degree with 3 years leadership/management

Job description

Your future role at a glance
Location: Wichita, KS
Facility: Via Christi Village Ridge
Specialty: Senior Living
Schedule: Full-time
Salary: $110,592.64 - $149,624.68 per year
Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Drive operational effectiveness and financial performance by developing strategic plans, forecasting, managing annual budgets, and aligning monetary resources to hit key organizational metrics.
• Direct comprehensive marketing and communication strategies to maintain maximum occupancy, drive community engagement, and minimize the operational impact of vacancies.
• Ensure full compliance with healthcare regulatory agencies while embedding Catholic Ethical and Religious Directives into all policies, procedures, and daily community culture.
• Lead community leadership, staff, and consultants through strategic workforce planning, recruitment, performance evaluation, and continuous learning to cultivate a high-performing, values-driven team.
• Serve as the primary operational bridge to the Board of Directors, actively participating in governance meetings, presenting performance insights, and aligning community outcomes with board objectives.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Nursing Home Administrator obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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