Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

Apploi; Inverness Township (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings

Health benefits

Paid time off

Employee support resources

Leadership development

Career advancement

Job summary

Cheboygan Senior Care is seeking an experienced Administrator to oversee the operations of a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. You will lead facility performance, guide department leaders, and ensure high standards of resident care.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, financial stewardship, staffing oversight, and advancing quality initiatives while maintaining a compassionate, resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Active Nursing Home Administrator license in the applicable state.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; advanced credentials welcomed.
• Ability to lead with strong communication and teamwork.
• Strong financial and operational acumen.

Responsibilities

• Direct the overall operation of the facility and establish expectations for department leaders.
• Build a leadership team through coaching, accountability, and development.
• Translate objectives into practical operational plans and measurable goals.
• Manage financial performance including census, revenue, expenses, labor, AR.
• Partner with nursing and clinical leadership to support resident-centered care.
• Maintain readiness for regulatory inspections and ensure compliance.
• Evaluate KPIs to identify trends and corrective actions.
• Guide admissions and occupancy with resident needs and financials in mind.
• Address staffing needs and maintain workforce coverage.
• Review payroll and staffing patterns; adjust as needed.
• Champion quality and performance improvement across the facility.
• Address employee issues in partnership with HR.
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and engagement.
• Monitor resident/family feedback and coordinate improvements.
• Oversee safety practices, incident follow-up, and claims activity.
• Ensure documentation and reports are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Participate in planning, budgeting, and strategic initiatives.
• Perform other leadership responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial judgment

Organizational skills

Quality improvement

Problem solving

Education

Nursing Home Administrator license

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate-level credentials welcomed

Job description

About the Opportunity

Cheboygan Senior Care is seeking an experienced Administrator to oversee the operations of a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. This individual will have broad responsibility for facility performance, team leadership, resident experience, regulatory compliance, financial results, and day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of long-term care operations, the ability to lead through changing priorities, and a commitment to maintaining a high standard of service and resident care.

What You’ll Do

• Direct the overall operation of the facility and establish clear expectations for department leaders.




• Build a strong leadership team through coaching, communication, accountability, and professional development.




• Translate organizational objectives into practical operational plans and measurable goals.




• Manage financial performance, including census, revenue, expenses, labor utilization, and accounts receivable.




• Partner with nursing and clinical leadership to support safe, effective, and resident-centered care.




• Maintain readiness for regulatory inspections and ensure compliance with applicable requirements.




• Evaluate operational data and key performance indicators to identify trends, opportunities, and areas requiring corrective action.




• Guide admissions and occupancy efforts while considering resident needs, available services, and appropriate financial considerations.




• Work with department leaders to address staffing needs and maintain appropriate workforce coverage.




• Review staffing patterns and payroll information and make adjustments based on operational demands.




• Champion quality and performance improvement efforts throughout the facility.




• Respond to employee issues and workplace concerns in partnership with human resources.




• Promote an environment that supports teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and employee engagement.




• Monitor resident and family feedback and coordinate efforts to improve the overall experience.




• Oversee workplace safety practices, incident follow-up, and related claims activity.




• Ensure required documentation, reports, and submissions are completed accurately and on schedule.




• Participate in organizational planning, budgeting, and other strategic initiatives.




• Perform other leadership responsibilities as needed.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven leadership experience within skilled nursing, long-term care, or a comparable healthcare environment.




• Strong knowledge of facility operations and regulatory expectations.




• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.




• The ability to lead managers and multidisciplinary teams effectively.




• Sound financial and business judgment.




• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.




• A practical, solutions-oriented approach to operational challenges.




• Confidence handling sensitive employee, resident, and family matters.




• Familiarity with performance improvement and quality management principles.




• Competency with standard business technology and Microsoft Office applications.

Required Credentials & Experience

• Active Nursing Home Administrator license in the applicable state.




• Previous administrative or senior leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care.




• Bachelor’s degree preferred.




• Graduate-level education or additional healthcare/business credentials are welcomed.

Work Environment & Physical Expectations

This is a hands‑on leadership position requiring regular interaction with residents, families, employees, department leaders, and external stakeholders.

The role may require:

• Variable working hours and availability outside of standard business hours when operational needs arise.




• Frequent movement throughout the facility.




• Periods of standing, walking, bending, sitting, and lifting.




• Ability to perform required duties with or without reasonable accommodation.




• Compliance with established health and safety procedures.

Compensation & Benefits

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Retirement savings options




• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance




• Paid time off




• Employee assistance and support resources




• Leadership training and continuing professional development




• Opportunities for advancement within the organization