Executive Director Skilled Nursing Facility

Emerald Healthcare; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Emerald Healthcare seeks an Executive Director (Administrator) to lead a skilled nursing facility, ensuring resident care quality and regulatory compliance while directing finances and operations. You will mentor leaders, manage budgets, and foster a positive workplace culture.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Healthcare Administration or related field, with an NHA/LNHA license as required by the state, and 1–2 years in SNF/long-term care leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
• Valid Nursing Home Administrator (NHA/LNHA) license, as required by state
• 1–2 years of skilled nursing or long-term care leadership experience preferred
• Strong leadership, financial, and regulatory knowledge
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily facility operations, including staffing and resident services
• Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and federal regulations
• Lead, develop, and support department leaders and staff
• Manage budgets, financial performance, and cost controls
• Drive quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
• Address resident and family concerns professionally and promptly
• Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies and stakeholders

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Financial management

Staff development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

NHA/LNHA license

Job description

Executive Director (Skilled Nursing Facility)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Executive Director (Administrator) to lead the daily operations of a skilled nursing facility. This role is responsible for regulatory compliance, financial performance, operational oversight, and ensuring high-quality resident care while fostering a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily facility operations, including staffing and resident services

• Ensure compliance with CMS, state, and federal regulations

• Lead, develop, and support department leaders and staff

• Manage budgets, financial performance, and cost controls

• Drive quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives

• Address resident and family concerns professionally and promptly

• Serve as primary contact for regulatory agencies and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)

• Valid Nursing Home Administrator (NHA/LNHA) license, as required by state

• 1–2 years of skilled nursing or long-term care leadership experience preferred

• Strong leadership, financial, and regulatory knowledge

• Excellent communication and decision-making skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off (PTO)