Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Career Strategies; La Follette (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership support

Full benefits package

Job summary

Career Strategies is seeking a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LHNA) to lead operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a compassionate culture in a Tennessee long-term care setting.

You will work with a seasoned clinical leadership team to positively impact residents, families, and staff, while driving quality, budget oversight, and community relations in a highly supported environment.

Qualifications

• Active state Nursing Home Administrator license.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Administrator in a long-term care facility.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, surveys, and best practices.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams.
• Experience in memory care, dementia care, or Alzheimer’s care preferred.
• Financial and operational management experience in Long Term Care.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall daily operations of the skilled nursing facility.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality long-term, assisted living, and memory care services.
• Oversee compliance with state, federal, and CMS regulations.
• Supervise and mentor multidisciplinary teams including nursing, social services, and support staff.
• Drive quality assurance, performance improvement, and systems stabilization.
• Manage budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation.
• Promote resident engagement, family communication, and community relationships.
• Foster a culture rooted in accountability, teamwork, and compassion.

Skills

State license

Long-term care leadership

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Memory care experience

Financial management

Communication & problem-solving

Job description

As the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LHNA), you will be the driving force behind operations, compliance, and culture, ensuring residents receive exceptional care while supporting and empowering your team.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a highly supported environment with an experienced clinical leadership team and the ability to truly make an impact on residents, families, and staff in this Kingsport nursing home.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive salary (based on experience and accomplishments)
• Strong leadership support: Dedicated Director of Nursing, Restorative Nurse, and Infection Control.
• Full benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall daily operations of the skilled nursing facility
• Ensure delivery of high-quality long-term, assisted living, and memory care services
• Oversee compliance with state, federal, and CMS regulations
• Supervise and mentor multidisciplinary teams including nursing, social services, and support staff
• Drive quality assurance, performance improvement, and systems stabilization
• Manage budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation
• Promote strong resident engagement, family communication, and community relationships
• Foster a culture rooted in accountability, teamwork, and compassion

What We’re Looking For

• Active state license as a Nursing Home Administrator (required)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Administrator in a long-term care facility
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, surveys, and best practices
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate teams
• Experience in memory care, dementia care, or Alzheimer’s care strongly preferred
• Financial and operational management experience in Long Term Care
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skill

Equal Opportunity Employer

Employer requires vaccination approved by the FDA, unless you are exempt under the law. The Company will not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on a protected characteristic—such as age, race or sex, and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualifying individuals. The Company will also not retaliate against an employee who engages in any protected activity.