Healthcare Facility Administrator: Lead Operations & Care

Skilled Nursing Care; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Nursing Care Administrator position in Visalia, CA requires an unrestricted RCFE license and a Bachelor’s degree in Health Administration, with at least three years in a supervisory role in health care. You will lead the facility’s operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive resident care quality across departments.

You will collaborate with the Director of Nursing and department heads to monitor performance indicators, manage budgets, and coordinate with families and residents.

Qualifications

• A valid, unrestricted RCFE license in the state.
• Bachelor’s degree in Health Administration preferred.
• Must have at least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory role in a hospital, nursing home, or other related health care facility.
• Knowledgeable of skilled nursing home regulations, procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.]

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the overall operation of the facility as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations.
• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the facility’s programs and activities in accordance with guidelines issued by the governing body.
• Identifies key performance indicators with leadership and establishes systems to monitor these indicators such as QA and performance improvement processes.
• Evaluates KPI outcomes with department heads to determine actions such as re-education or revisions related to outcomes and compliance.
• Develops and implements processes and systems to maintain fiscal health of the facility.
• Develops and executes census and occupancy management strategies for improved census and fiscal health.
• Represents the facility to the public and professionals; communicates effectively with diverse audiences.
• Leads meetings with the management team to discuss priorities and solutions across departments.
• Maintains positive relationships with residents, employees, and families through regular interactions.
• Evaluates work performance of department heads and enforces accountability.
• Facilitates committees and participates in facility activities as needed.
• Understands CMS, OBRA, regulatory guidelines, and related laws, applying them to operations.
• Learns and teaches others about CMS initiatives and value-based programs.
• Ensures compassionate quality care across an interdisciplinary team, staffing, and safety.
• Collaborates with physicians, consultants, and community agencies to enhance services.
• Recruits qualified individuals for department heads with HR support.
• Performs rounds, maintains visibility with staff, and practices an open-door policy.
• Promotes teamwork and proactive problem solving.
• Leads budget development and budget compliance meetings.
• Reviews monthly financial statements for the governing board.
• Reports to the governing board on facility operations and readiness for surveys.
• Ensures readiness for health inspections and OSHA surveys.
• Communicates with residents, staff, and families to coordinate care and resolve concerns.
• Manages facility risk and drives customer service metrics and retention.
• Coordinates with liability carriers and legal for litigation events.
• Keeps informed of regulatory and industry changes affecting outcomes.
• Acts as a change agent when necessary.
• Ensures reporting of any reportable resident incidents as required.
• Promotes safety and compliance culture.
• Delegates authority responsibly.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Administration

Job description

Skilled Nursing Care Administrator position in Visalia, CA requires an unrestricted RCFE license and a Bachelor’s degree in Health Administration, with at least three years in a supervisory role in health care. You will lead the facility’s operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive resident care quality across departments.

You will collaborate with the Director of Nursing and department heads to monitor performance indicators, manage budgets, and coordinate with families and residents.