Licensed Nursing Home Administrator(LNHA)

Pathway Health; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentive opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Leadership team

Job summary

The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek, a 198-bed long-term care facility in Alabaster, Alabama, seeks an experienced Licensed Nursing Home Administrator to lead daily operations and drive resident outcomes.

Partnering with Pathway Health, Buck Creek values regulatory excellence, staff development, and a compassionate culture. The ideal candidate will have LNHA licensure in AL, 5+ years of senior leadership in LTC, and a proven track record of operational success.

Qualifications

• Current Alabama LNHA license in good standing or eligible to obtain.
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or related field.
• Minimum five years of progressive senior leadership in long-term care.
• Experience in a unionized environment required.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships with residents, families, physicians, employees, referral sources, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for all facility operations.
• Foster a culture of compassion, accountability, teamwork, and excellence in resident care.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining survey readiness.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes, resident satisfaction, and operational performance.
• Develop, mentor, and inspire department leaders to achieve organizational goals.
• Manage budgets, financial performance, and census growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, referral partners, and community stakeholders to deliver exceptional care.
• Recruit, retain, and develop a high-performing workforce.
• Promote a positive workplace culture that supports employee engagement, accountability, and professional development.
• Lead successful regulatory surveys and implement continuous process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Financial acumen

Strategic planning

Communication

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration

Job description

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Excellence. Make a Difference.

Are you a passionate, results-driven Licensed Nursing Home Administrator looking for an opportunity to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and their families?

Pathway Health has partnered with The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek to recruit an exceptional leader to oversee the daily operations of its 198-bed long-term care center in Alabaster, Alabama. Proudly maintaining a 3+ Star CMS Quality Rating, Buck Creek is committed to providing exceptional resident care while fostering a culture of operational excellence, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator to build upon a solid foundation while leading a dedicated team focused on delivering outstanding outcomes for residents and families.

What You'll Do

As the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, you will provide strategic leadership for all aspects of facility operations, ensuring exceptional resident care, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all facility operations.
• Foster a culture of compassion, accountability, teamwork, and excellence in resident care.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining continuous survey readiness.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives that enhance clinical outcomes, resident satisfaction, and operational performance.
• Develop, mentor, and inspire department leaders to achieve organizational goals.
• Manage budgets, financial performance, and census growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, residents, families, referral partners, and community stakeholders to deliver exceptional care.
• Recruit, retain, and develop a high-performing workforce.
• Promote a positive workplace culture that supports employee engagement, accountability, and professional development.
• Lead successful regulatory surveys and implement continuous process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current Alabama Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) license in good standing, or the ability to obtain licensure upon hire and relocation.
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Nursing Home Administrator or in a progressive senior leadership role within long-term care.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is required.
• Demonstrated success in regulatory compliance, financial management, quality improvement, census development, and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with residents, families, physicians, employees, referral sources, and community partners.

What Makes You Successful

• An inspirational, servant-minded leader who leads by example.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional resident-centered care.
• Results-driven with strong operational and financial acumen.
• Calm, confident, and decisive under pressure.
• Skilled at coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Dedicated to building a positive culture where employees feel valued and supported.

Why Join the Healthcare Center at Buck Creek?

Our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to supporting their success. We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Relocation assistance for the right candidate
• A collaborative and supportive leadership team
• The opportunity to lead a respected 198-bed, 3+ Star skilled nursing facility with a dedicated team committed to excellence
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of residents, families, and employees every day

Ready to Lead?

If you're an experienced Licensed Nursing Home Administrator who thrives on building exceptional teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering outstanding resident care, we encourage you to apply.

The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected.