Licensed Nursing Home Administrator - Veteran Care Leader

HMR Veteran Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

HMR Veterans Services in Amarillo, TX seeks a licensed Nursing Home Administrator to lead operations at Ussery-Roan Texas State Veterans Home. You will oversee regulatory compliance, resident care, and staff development, ensuring a safe, high-quality environment for our nation’s heroes.

The ideal candidate holds an active NHA license, a healthcare administration degree, and at least 3 years in skilled nursing, with strong leadership and budget skills.

Qualifications

• Current, active Nursing Home Administrator license in good standing in the state of practice (or ability to obtain licensure/reciprocity as required by state)
• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field required; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting, including completion of a state-approved Administrator-in-Training (AIT) program
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations (e.g., CMS, OBRA, state survey requirements)
• Demonstrated experience with survey processes and regulatory compliance
• Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage a diverse, multidisciplinary team
• Strong financial acumen, including budget management and cost control
• Experience serving Veteran populations preferred
• Ability to travel and/or relocate as required for multi-state opportunities
• Must meet all state-specific licensure, background check, and health screening requirements prior to employment

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all day-to-day operations of the facility, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing long-term care
• Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to maintain a safe, high-quality care environment for residents
• Lead, mentor, and manage department heads and staff across nursing, dietary, social services, activities, maintenance, and business office functions
• Oversee facility budget, financial performance, and resource allocation to ensure fiscal responsibility while maintaining quality of care
• Ensure survey readiness and maintain positive relationships with state and federal regulatory agencies; lead response to survey findings and deficiencies
• Monitor quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) programs to drive continuous improvement in resident outcomes
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and resident-centered care among facility staff
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, staff, and community stakeholders to address concerns and maintain satisfaction
• Recruit, hire, and retain qualified staff, and ensure ongoing staff training and development
• Ensure compliance with all applicable licensure, certification, and accreditation requirements
• Maintain facility census and marketing efforts in coordination with admissions and business development teams
• Uphold HMR Veterans Services' mission of "Serving Those Who Served" in all aspects of facility leadership

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

Financial acumen

Team management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

HMR Veterans Services in Amarillo, TX seeks a licensed Nursing Home Administrator to lead operations at Ussery-Roan Texas State Veterans Home. You will oversee regulatory compliance, resident care, and staff development, ensuring a safe, high-quality environment for our nation’s heroes.

The ideal candidate holds an active NHA license, a healthcare administration degree, and at least 3 years in skilled nursing, with strong leadership and budget skills.