Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Pathway Health; Alabama; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off and holidays

Professional development support

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek, in Alabaster, Alabama, seeks an experienced Licensed Nursing Home Administrator to lead a 198-bed long-term care facility. You will oversee operations, drive regulatory compliance, and advance quality and outcomes for residents and families.

Ideal candidates hold a valid Alabama LNHA license, a related bachelor’s degree, and at least five years in senior leadership within long-term care, including unionized settings.

Qualifications

• LNHA license in good standing or ability to obtain on hire.
• Bachelor’s degree as stated.
• At least five years of senior leadership in long-term care.
• Experience in a unionized environment.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for all facility operations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and survey readiness.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to improve outcomes.
• Develop and mentor department leaders to meet goals.
• Oversee budgets, census, and financial performance.
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, referral sources, and community partners.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Financial management

Team leadership

Communication

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration or related field

Job description

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Excellence. Make a Difference.

Are you a passionate, results-driven Licensed Nursing Home Administrator looking for an opportunity to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and their families?

Pathway Health has partnered with The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek to recruit an exceptional leader to oversee the daily operations of its 198-bed long-term care center in Alabaster, Alabama.

Buck Creek, managed by Symphony, proudly maintains a 3+ Star CMS Quality Rating and is committed to providing exceptional resident care while fostering a culture of operational excellence, employee engagement, and continuous quality improvement. The organization has recently made significant investments in its leadership and operational structure, creating exciting momentum and strengthening community partnerships. This role offers the opportunity to lead in a unionized environment, partnering with staff to build positive employee relations and drive outstanding resident outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator to build on a strong foundation and lead a dedicated team that delivers outstanding outcomes for residents and families.

What You'll Do

As the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, you will provide strategic leadership for all aspects of facility operations, ensuring exceptional resident care, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all facility operations.
• Foster a culture of compassion, accountability, teamwork, and excellence in resident care.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining continuous survey readiness.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes, resident satisfaction, and operational performance.
• Develop, mentor, and inspire department leaders to achieve organizational goals.
• Manage budgets, financial performance, and census growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, referral partners, and community stakeholders to deliver exceptional care.
• Recruit, retain, and develop a high-performing workforce.
• Promote a positive workplace culture that supports employee engagement, accountability, and professional development.
• Lead successful regulatory surveys and implement continuous process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current Alabama Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) license in good standing, or the ability to obtain licensure upon hire and relocation.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Nursing Home Administrator or in a progressive senior leadership role within long-term care.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is required.
• Demonstrated success in regulatory compliance, financial management, quality improvement, census development, and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with residents, families, physicians, employees, referral sources, and community partners.

What Makes You Successful

We're looking for a leader who is:

• An inspirational, servant-minded leader who leads by example.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional resident-centered care.
• Results-driven with strong operational and financial acumen.
• Calm, confident, and decisive under pressure.
• Skilled at coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Dedicated to building a positive culture where employees feel valued and supported.

Why Join the Healthcare Center at Buck Creek?

Our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to supporting their success. We offer:

• Performance-based incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Relocation assistance for the right candidate
• A collaborative and supportive leadership team
• The opportunity to lead a respected 198-bed, 3+ Star skilled nursing facility with a dedicated team committed to excellence
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of residents, families, and employees every day

Ready to Lead?

The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected.