LTC Administrator

Westchester Medical Center Health Network; City of Port Jervis (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center Health Network is seeking an Administrator to direct and coordinate all functions of the Nursing Home, implementing Board policies and serving as the decision-maker on operational matters.

The role requires five years of administrative experience, a Bachelor's degree (Master’s preferred), and a NY Nursing Home Administrator license, with a focus on leadership, policy development, and infection control.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a progressively responsible administrative position.
• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in management and health care.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise and coordinate all functions and activities of the Nursing Home.
• Organize operational functions through appropriate departments and delegation of duties.
• Evaluate operating results and report to Senior VP and Board to correct unsatisfactory conditions.
• Prepare budgets and allocate funds based on cost evaluations and revenue.
• Identify deficiencies and initiate corrective actions per regulatory and QA programs.
• Maintain infection control, safety, and regulatory compliance across the Home.

Skills

Leadership

Administrative competence

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Administrator is responsible for directing, supervising and coordinating all functions and activities of the Nursing Home. This position will implement the policies of the Board of Directors by serving as the decision making authority for the Nursing Home on all operational matters. Additionally, this position will make recommendations and develop policies and procedures for various activities of the Home.

Responsibilities

• Organizes the operational functions of the Home through appropriate departments and delegation of duties.
• Evaluates operating results attained on a regular basis relative to established objectives and reports to the Senior Vice President and Board of Directors to ensure appropriate steps are taken to correct unsatisfactory conditions.
• Initiates changes in administrative policies to carry out the mission of the Home more effectively as directed by the Board of Directors.
• Interprets organizational, facility and departmental policies, objectives and operational procedures for all department heads.
• Prepares budgets and allocates funds based on the evaluation of costs, departmental budget estimates, revenue, and reimbursement.
• Identifies deficiencies cited by regulatory agencies and the Home's Quality Improvement Program to initiate corrective actions.
• Complies with regulations and codes for all accrediting agencies at the Home.
• Creates innovative responses to problem solving involving customer concerns and is decisive in matters requiring prompt attention.
• Assists subordinates in the identification of development goals/needs and regularly monitors their performance.
• Maintains a safe and comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
• Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety.
• Maintains and develops competence through required in-service and continuing educational programs.
• Attends meetings of professional, civic and service organizations as a representative of the Home.
• Participates in the strategic planning and development of services sponsored by the Westchester Health Network.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

Experience: Minimum of five years’ experience in a progressively responsible administrative position.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in management and health care.

Licenses / Certifications: State of New York Nursing Home Administrator License.

Other: If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Knowledge of Federal, State and Local codes that govern Nursing Home operations.

Ability to demonstrate leadership and administrative competence in a Nursing Home setting