Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Exceptional Living Centers; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance programs

Continuing education opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Charlestown Place at New Albany is seeking an experienced Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) / Executive Director to lead our long-term care community. You will oversee the facility's operations, ensure regulatory compliance, drive financial performance, and promote resident-centered care while building a strong leadership team.

As Executive Director, you will guide strategic direction, monitor performance metrics, and foster a positive culture for residents, families, and employees,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Prior healthcare leadership experience required.
• Long-term care or skilled nursing leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in regulatory compliance, team leadership, census development, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the 24-hour facility operations and provide leadership to department directors and management staff.
• Manage facility budgets, resources, staffing, equipment, and supplies; drive census growth.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and lead survey readiness.
• Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee safety, infection prevention, life safety, and emergency preparedness programs.
• Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing leaders; foster a positive workplace culture.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Financial management

Team development

Communication

Operations management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator / Executive Director

Charlestown Place at New Albany

Charlestown Place at New Albany is seeking an experienced, results-driven Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) / Executive Director to lead our long-term care community. This is an outstanding opportunity for a servant leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional resident care, building strong teams, driving clinical and operational excellence, and creating a positive culture for residents, families, and employees.

As Executive Director, you will own the overall leadership, strategic direction, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and resident satisfaction of the community — ensuring excellence in every aspect of operations.

We value our leaders and are committed to supporting their professional success.

Benefits include:

• Performance-based bonus program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Tuition assistance programs
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• And more

Position summary

The Licensed Nursing Home Administrator directs the overall operations of the facility under the authority of the management company, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, financial stability, employee engagement, and operational excellence.

Primary responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee the 24-hour operations of the facility
• Provide leadership, guidance, and accountability to department directors and management staff
• Promote a culture focused on resident-centered care, quality outcomes, and employee engagement
• Ensure exceptional customer service for residents, families, visitors, and referral partners

Financial and Strategic Management

• Manage facility budgets and financial performance
• Collaborate with department leaders to optimize resources, staffing, equipment, and supplies
• Drive census growth and maintain strong occupancy performance
• Monitor operational metrics and develop strategies for continuous improvement

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Lead survey preparedness efforts and serve as the facility leader during regulatory surveys
• Direct corrective action plans and quality improvement initiatives as needed
• Maintain all required facility documentation and reporting

Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement

• Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) efforts
• Analyze trends, identify opportunities, and implement solutions that improve resident outcomes
• Conduct routine quality and compliance rounds throughout the facility
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability

Safety & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with infection prevention, OSHA, life safety, and emergency preparedness programs
• Direct investigations involving incidents, accidents, and workplace injuries
• Coordinate emergency response efforts to protect residents, staff, and visitors

Team Development

• Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing leaders and team members
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching for continued growth
• Foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture
• Promote employee engagement and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's degree preferred
• Prior healthcare leadership experience required
• Long-term care or skilled nursing leadership experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated success in regulatory compliance, team leadership, census development, and financial management

Licensure

• Current Nursing Home Administrator License in accordance with applicable state requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough understanding of long-term care operations and regulatory requirements
• Strong financial and business acumen
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with residents, families, employees, physicians, and community stakeholders
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and healthcare management systems

Physical requirements

This position requires the ability to walk throughout the facility, sit, stand, bend, lift up to 25 pounds, communicate effectively, and respond quickly in emergency situations.