Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

Community First Solutions; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Continued education opportunities

Job summary

Community First Solutions is seeking a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead the Jamestowne campus, a top-rated post-acute care community. You will provide overall leadership, partner with clinical leaders, and drive resident satisfaction, staff stability, and regulatory excellence.

Candidate will bring 5+ years in long-term care, strong financial management skills, and a proven track record in regulatory compliance, described as hands-on, visible, and collaborative leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, health services administration or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Must be licensed by the State of Ohio Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators or able to obtain Ohio license upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of coordinated resident care and drive improvements in outcomes.
• Maintain regulatory readiness and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Oversee campus operations, finance, staff engagement, and quality of care initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Financial management

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration/health services administration or related

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Do you believe exceptional senior living communities are built through strategic leadership, accountability, and a deep commitment to people?

We are seeking a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead our Jamestowne campus, a top rated dedicated post acute care community within Community First Solutions. In this role, you will provide overall leadership and operational direction for the campus, ensuring outstanding resident experiences, strong employee engagement, and regulatory excellence. This is not a desk-only leadership role. As the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, you will be visible, engaged, and hands‑on—partnering closely with clinical leaders, department directors, residents, families, and community stakeholders to drive results. Your leadership will balance quality care, operational performance, and financial stewardship while fostering a culture of accountability, trust, and continuous improvement. Your vision and leadership will directly shape resident satisfaction, staff stability, and the long‑term success of the community you serve.

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Mission Driven Culture – At Community First Solutions, people come first—always. Our mission is rooted in service, dignity, and helping others live their best lives.
• Leadership with Purpose – As LNHA, your leadership influences every aspect of campus operations, from care quality to culture, creating meaningful impact every day.
• Collaborative Team Environment – You will work alongside a strong, mission-focused leadership team committed to excellence, accountability, and mutual support.
• Growth & Development – We invest in leaders through continuing education, professional development opportunities, and support for licensure and advancement.
• Perks & Benefits – Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer match, employee discounts, and continuing education opportunities.

Why We’ll Love You:

• You are a strategic, people-centered leader who understands that high-performing senior living communities are built through strong relationships, clear expectations, and consistent accountability.
• You bring a systems-focused mindset, balancing resident satisfaction, employee engagement, regulatory compliance, and financial responsibility while keeping quality care at the center of every decision.
• You are a visible, hands‑on leader who builds trust with staff, residents, families, and community partners—setting high standards while providing the support needed to meet them.
• You have a strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and lead proactively—maintaining survey readiness, strengthening compliance, and integrating evidence-based practices.
• You are comfortable using data, performance metrics, and operational insights to drive continuous improvement in resident satisfaction, employee retention, and service outcomes.
• You lead with integrity, accountability, and respect, modeling Community First Solutions’ values and Always Behaviors in every interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in the delivery of coordinated, integrated resident care through the development and improvement of delivery systems. Leads the integration of innovation and evidence-based findings into practice.
• Creates an environment supportive of innovative solutions. Demonstrates and directs employees in using a systematic approach in analyzing and utilizing data in problem-solving, with a focus on results and the evaluation of outcomes.
• Establishes high performance standards for service outcomes and works with leadership team to meet standards and continually improve resident satisfaction and loyalty. Assures operational targets are met for resident satisfaction, employee satisfaction, physician satisfaction, and employee turnover.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements through appropriate departmentalization and delegation of duties. Maintains a state of readiness for survey by regulatory bodies.
• Assists each Department Director to maintain full compliance with the quality assurance standards of Community First Solutions. Conducts routine visual inspections of all department operations.
• Abides by the company Always Behaviors each and every day as we serve our clients, colleagues, and community.
• Assumes responsibility as the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator of Record for the facility
• Ensures that all areas within the facility, and on the property grounds, are well‑maintained in a clean, sanitary, and safe manner.
• Oversees the maintenance of complete and accurate resident records required by law.
• Serves on community operational committees to ensure compliance with apAll other duties as assigned and/or appropriate to the position.
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education:Bachelor’s degree in business administration, health services administration or related field. (Master’s Degree preferred)

Licenses or other required certifications:Must be licensed by the State of Ohio Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators or have the ability to obtain Ohio license upon hire.

Experience:

• Long term care and RCF expertise and thorough knowledge of the financial management of healthcare operations typically obtained with five or more years’ experience.
• Managerial experience equivalent to five years.
• Knowledge of the requirements of the various regulatory and accrediting agencies as applicable. Expertise in Long term Care and Assisted Living facilities.
• Familiarity with Dementia and chronic disease management as applicable.