Executive Director / Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Keystone Distinction Group; Woodbury, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Employer 2% match

Additional 1% match eligibility

PTO incl. vacation/personal/sick

6 paid holidays

CT Paid Sick Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Weekly pay

Well-being resources

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group seeks an Executive Director / LNHA to provide strategic leadership for a premier Connecticut skilled nursing facility. The role oversees daily operations, drives high-quality resident care, and ensures state and CMS compliance.

Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted LNHA license in CT with proven leadership in a nursing facility, strong financial acumen, and team-building skills. Final compensation discussed during interview.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted LNHA license in Connecticut is required.
• Proven executive leadership experience in a skilled nursing facility.
• Strong knowledge of CT state health codes and CMS regulations.
• Demonstrated budgeting, cost management, and resource allocation skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and clear direction to staff across all facility departments.
• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure high-quality care and outcomes.
• Ensure full compliance with CT and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Develop and oversee budgets and allocate organizational resources.
• Foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture to improve staff retention.
• Engage with residents and families to maintain resident- and family-focused care.
• Lead quality assurance, regulatory audits, risk management, and improvements.

Skills

LNHA license CT

Executive leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Budgeting & financial mgmt

Staff development

Decision making

Job description

Executive Director / Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Direct Hire

A premier nonprofit skilled nursing facility Connecticut is seeking an Executive Director / Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to provide overall operational and strategic leadership.

This position oversees daily operations, drives high-quality resident care, ensures strict state and federal regulatory compliance, manages fiscal resources, and fosters a collaborative, team-oriented workplace culture. You will maintain a long-standing tradition of outstanding clinical outcomes, operational excellence, and resident-focused care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and clear direction to staff members across all facility departments, building collaboration and supporting professional growth
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the skilled nursing facility to ensure continuous, high-quality care delivery and outstanding resident outcomes
• Ensure full compliance with all applicable State of Connecticut and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing homes
• Demonstrate financial and operational management by developing and overseeing budgets and allocating organizational resources effectively
• Foster a positive, supportive, and collaborative workplace culture that promotes staff retention and teamwork
• Engage directly with residents and their families to maintain a resident- and family-focused culture, support positive care outcomes, and maximize overall satisfaction
• Lead facility quality assurance, regulatory audit preparation, risk management, and performance improvement initiatives
• Participate in community engagement, organizational initiatives, and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active, unrestricted Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) license in the State of Connecticut is required
• Experience: Proven executive or administrator leadership experience within a skilled nursing facility environment
• Regulatory Expertise: Strong, in-depth knowledge of Connecticut state health department codes and federal CMS regulations governing nursing facilities
• Financial Acumen: Demonstrated track record of successful budget development, cost management, and resource allocation
• Leadership Skills: Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills with a proven ability to mentor staff and build cohesive teams
• Decision-Making: Sound judgment and critical problem-solving skills to manage operational, clinical, staffing, and family concerns effectively

Benefits

• Medical, dental & insurance benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with Traditional and Roth options
• 100% employer match up to 2% of contributions
• Additional 1% retirement match may be available based on eligibility
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – includes vacation, personal & sick time, with accrual based on length of service
• 6 paid holidays
• Connecticut Paid Sick Leave – accrues at 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year
• Tuition/course reimbursement – up to $4,000 annually for full-time employees, subject to approval
• Weekly pay
• Employee well-being & support resources

Note on Compensation & Hiring Requirements:

Final base compensation and overall financial packages will be verified during the interview process. All job offers are strictly contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment background checks, license verification, health/immunization clearances, and regulatory screenings.

Note on Employment Status:

The position and details detailed above reflect full-time employment status.