Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

Care Initiatives; Dunlap (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives in Dunlap, Iowa, is seeking a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead Dunlap Specialty Care, a 46-bed skilled nursing facility. You will oversee daily operations, drive quality of care, and foster teamwork across clinical and support staff.

The role emphasizes resident-centered care, compliance, and continuous improvement in a nonprofit multi-site organization. Qualifications include a valid Iowa NHA license or ability to activate licensure, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa NHA license in good standing or ability to activate licensure.
• Proven leadership experience in skilled nursing.
• Ability to build relationships and lead a team through change.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of assigned skilled nursing facility to ensure quality of care and operational excellence.
• Lead and support teams by fostering collaborations, compassion, continuous improvement, and staff development.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to maintain high-quality resident care and positive outcomes.
• Promote a strong culture of service, accountability, and resident-centered care.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Change management

Empathy

Education

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) in Iowa

Job description

Care Initiatives is now hiring a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to join our team at Dunlap Specialty Care, a 46 bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) with 14 CCDI unit and 10 IL, located in Dunlap, Iowa!

Recognition insights into Dunlap:

• 2026 Season's Memory Care certified
• 2026 AHCA/NCAL Bronze Quality Award
• 2025 Telligen Blue Ribbon COVID-19 Vigilance Award

Link to virtual tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOFaP2_mGhE

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as a vital part of our senior living leadership team!

As the largest single operator of quality nursing homes in Iowa, Care Initiatives is a nonprofit healthcare organization with over forty (40) skilled nursing communities, eight (8) hospice offices (and growing!), plus our own internal staffing agency. We are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey. If you're a dedicated and engaged leader looking to make meaningful impacts, this is your opportunity to shine!

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of assigned skilled nursing facility to ensure quality of care and operational excellence.
• Lead and support teams by fostering collaborations, compassion, continuous improvement, and staff development.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to maintain high-quality resident care and positive outcomes.
• Promote a strong culture of service, accountability, and resident-centered care.

Qualifications:

• Valid Iowa Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) license in good standing required, or ability to activate NHA licensure in Iowa.
• Proven leadership experience in skilled nursing is highly desired. Aligning with our Always Learn value, we also support growth and development of newly licensed Administrators when applicable.
• Ability to build relationships and lead a team through change with professionalism and empathy.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, unlimited PTO, and more.

• Tuition Reimbursement:Develop your skills with company-paid training and education to take your career to the next level.

• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.