Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Laurelwood Community Living Center; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurelwood Community Living Center in Laurel, MS, seeks a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator to lead daily operations, drive quality care, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will build strong teams, manage budgets, and foster a resident-centered culture in a small, rural setting.

Join a hands-on leadership team committed to compassionate service and community partnerships, while guiding staff development and performance to achieve outstanding outcomes for residents and families.

Qualifications

• Active Nursing Home Administrator license required.
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or related field preferred.
• Previous healthcare management or nursing home leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Manage: Provide strong leadership and direction across all areas of facility operations.
• Resident Care: Promote high standards of care, resident satisfaction, and quality outcomes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and maintain readiness for surveys.
• Financial Management: Develop and manage the facility budget while monitoring expenses and financial performance.
• Team Development: Recruit, train, coach, and retain a strong, engaged team.
• Quality Improvement: Identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective strategies to enhance facility performance.
• Resident & Family Relations: Build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, and the community.
• Community Engagement: Represent the facility professionally and develop strong community partnerships.
• Emergency Preparedness: Ensure appropriate emergency plans and procedures are in place to protect residents and staff.

Skills

Nursing home administration

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or related field

Job description

Description

About Us

Laurelwood Community Living Center is a small, rural nursing home dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our residents. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Licensed Nursing Home Administrator to lead our facility and create an environment where residents feel valued, supported, and at home.

If you are a hands-on leader who enjoys building strong teams, improving resident outcomes, and making a difference in the lives of others, we would love to hear from you!

As the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, you will oversee the daily operations of the facility while ensuring quality resident care, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and staff success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead & Manage: Provide strong leadership and direction across all areas of facility operations.
• Resident Care: Promote high standards of care, resident satisfaction, and quality outcomes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and maintain readiness for surveys.
• Financial Management: Develop and manage the facility budget while monitoring expenses and financial performance.
• Team Development: Recruit, train, coach, and retain a strong, engaged team.
• Quality Improvement: Identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective strategies to enhance facility performance.
• Resident & Family Relations: Build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, and the community.
• Community Engagement: Represent the facility professionally and develop strong community partnerships.
• Emergency Preparedness: Ensure appropriate emergency plans and procedures are in place to protect residents and staff.

Requirements

• Active Nursing Home Administrator License* required.
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Previous healthcare management or nursing home leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented leadership style.

Why Join Our Team?

Join a team where your leadership directly impacts the lives of our residents and employees. At Laurelwood Community Living Center, we believe in creating a supportive workplace while providing the highest level of care to those we serve.