Executive Director

Ascension Living; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance option

Job summary

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture grounded in service and care. We are seeking a Senior Living Executive to lead Wichita PACE, directing overall operations, governance, and strategy to support census growth and financial performance.

This role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and devotion to our mission. Eligible for an annual bonus, the position is based in Wichita, KS as a full-time opportunity within our PACE program.

Qualifications

• Nursing Home Administrator preferred.
• 5 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required with 2 years in leadership/management.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience, with 2 years in leadership/management.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall operations and strategic planning for the PACE organization, driving financial performance, forecasting, and census growth while integrating Catholic healthcare mission and core values into the culture.
• Ensure full compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations, religious directives, and internal policies to maintain the highest standard of care and risk management.
• Oversee the complete employee lifecycle—including hiring, performance management, and continuing education—to build and retain high-performing operational and clinical teams.
• Serve as the primary executive liaison to the Board of Directors, presenting operational reports, driving governance strategy, and translating organizational objectives into actionable policies.

Skills

Executive leadership

Operations management

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Forecasting

Board liaison

People management

Education

Nursing Home Administrator (preferred)

HS diploma or equivalent

Assoc or Bachelors degree with leadership/management experience

Job description

• Direct overall operations and strategic planning for the PACE organization, driving financial performance, forecasting, and census growth while integrating Catholic healthcare mission and core values into the culture.
• Ensure full compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations, religious directives, and internal policies to maintain the highest standard of care and risk management.
• Oversee the complete employee lifecycleâincluding hiring, performance management, and continuing educationâto build and retain high-performing operational and clinical teams.
• Serve as the primary executive liaison to the Board of Directors, presenting operational reports, driving governance strategy, and translating organizational objectives into actionable policies.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Wichita PACE
• Specialty: Senior Living
• Schedule: Full-time

Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Direct overall operations and strategic planning for the PACE organization, driving financial performance, forecasting, and census growth while integrating Catholic healthcare mission and core values into the culture.
• Ensure full compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations, religious directives, and internal policies to maintain the highest standard of care and risk management.
• Oversee the complete employee lifecycleâincluding hiring, performance management, and continuing educationâto build and retain high-performing operational and clinical teams.
• Serve as the primary executive liaison to the Board of Directors, presenting operational reports, driving governance strategy, and translating organizational objectives into actionable policies.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Nursing Home Administrator preferred.

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.

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

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 99,000+ 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.

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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