Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

Scarletoakshc; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

Professional development

Leadership growth

Job summary

Scarlet Oaks Care Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, seeks a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead our skilled nursing and rehabilitation center, overseeing clinical, financial, regulatory, and human resources functions to ensure resident care excellence.

The ideal candidate will drive census growth, staff development, and quality improvement while maintaining compliance with Ohio Department of Health and CMS standards, delivering steady leadership and a resident-centered culture.

Qualifications

• Current, active Ohio LNHA license.
• Bachelor's degree as listed in qualifications.
• Minimum 3 years as LNHA in SNF/long-term care setting.
• Strong leadership, team-building, budgeting and compliance experience.
• Proven success with state surveys and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all facility operations, clinical services, and administrative functions.
• Lead recruitment, retention, and staff development across departments.
• Maintain a positive workplace culture focused on accountability and resident-centered care.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with Ohio Department of Health, CMS, and related regulations.
• Drive census growth and partnerships with discharge planning and referrals.
• Monitor budgets, financial performance, and operational indicators.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure survey readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Staff development

Census growth

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

Scarlet Oaks Care Center | Cincinnati, Ohio

Lead with purpose. Drive excellence. Make a lasting impact in senior healthcare.

Scarlet Oaks Care Center, a premier skilled nursing facility and long-term care community in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead our operations, clinical outcomes, employee engagement, and resident satisfaction initiatives.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a results-driven healthcare leader with a passion for post-acute care, long-term care management, regulatory compliance, staff development, census growth, and quality improvement. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of achieving strong survey outcomes, maintaining operational excellence, and building high-performing healthcare teams.

Why Join Scarlet Oaks?

At Scarlet Oaks, we are committed to providing outstanding resident-centered care while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, compassion, and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, families, and employees every day.

Position Summary

The Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and daily operations of our skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. This role oversees clinical, financial, operational, regulatory, and human resources functions while ensuring the facility maintains the highest standards of resident care and regulatory compliance.

The Administrator will drive strategic initiatives focused on:

• Skilled nursing facility operations

• Long-term care management

• Employee recruitment and retention

• Resident satisfaction and quality outcomes

• Regulatory compliance and survey readiness

• Financial performance and budget management

• Census development and community partnerships

• Staff engagement and leadership development

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Leadership

• Direct and oversee all facility operations, clinical services, and administrative functions.

• Provide leadership and support to department heads and interdisciplinary teams.

• Foster a positive workplace culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and resident-centered care.

• Conduct regular leadership meetings to ensure operational effectiveness and communication.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Maintain compliance with all Ohio Department of Health, CMS, state, federal, and local regulations.

• Lead survey preparation efforts and maintain continual survey readiness.

• Monitor quality measures and implement performance improvement initiatives.

• Ensure facility policies and procedures meet current regulatory standards.

Financial Management

• Manage facility budgets, financial performance, and profitability objectives.

• Monitor monthly financial statements and key operational indicators.

• Develop strategic plans to improve operational efficiency and facility performance.

Human Resources & Talent Development

• Lead recruitment, retention, and employee engagement initiatives.

• Hire, coach, mentor, and develop department leaders and staff.

• Conduct annual performance evaluations and succession planning activities.

• Promote a culture of professional growth and leadership development.

Business Development & Census Growth

• Partner with admissions and marketing teams to increase occupancy and strengthen referral relationships.

• Build partnerships within the Cincinnati healthcare community.

• Support strategies that enhance census growth and market presence.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Current, active, and unencumbered Ohio Nursing Home Administrator License (LNHA).

• Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field.

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience as a Nursing Home Administrator in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care setting.

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.

• Experience managing budgets, staffing, compliance, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Demonstrated success with state surveys and regulatory compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related healthcare field.

• Experience overseeing rehabilitation, post-acute care, memory care, or skilled nursing programs.

• Proven success improving quality measures, census growth, and employee retention.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

• Experience in healthcare operations management

• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care regulations

• A history of mentoring and developing leaders

• A commitment to delivering exceptional resident care and customer service

Benefits & Perks

Scarlet Oaks offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive salary

• Performance-based incentives

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Disability Coverage

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Leadership Growth and Advancement Potential