Nursing Home Operations Leader

State of Arkansas; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Arkansas DHS is seeking a Nursing Home Assistant Administrator to lead and support the facility’s operations in a state government-owned nursing home. The role involves assisting with day-to-day administration, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high-quality resident care.

The position requires strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to supervise departments, manage staff development, and contribute to strategic planning for service excellence.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or related field.
• Must hold a valid, unrestricted Nursing Home Administrator license issued by the Arkansas State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursing Home Administrator in overseeing all operational aspects of the facility, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Serve as the acting Nursing Home Administrator in their absence, maintaining continuity in leadership and operational activities.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with the Arkansas Nursing Home Licensing Act, federal regulations, and industry standards to ensure the facility’s operations align with legal requirements.
• Work closely with the Nursing Home Administrator and department heads to resolve compliance issues and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Support the recruitment, retention, and training of nursing home staff, ensuring that appropriate staffing levels are maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor workforce morale and work to resolve conflicts or issues that may arise among staff or with residents’ families.
• Assist in managing the nursing home’s budget, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively.

Skills

Team leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or related field

Job description

State of Arkansas DHS is seeking a Nursing Home Assistant Administrator to lead and support the facility’s operations in a state government-owned nursing home. The role involves assisting with day-to-day administration, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high-quality resident care.

The position requires strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to supervise departments, manage staff development, and contribute to strategic planning for service excellence.