Demo

Interim Executive Director (LNHA)

Accura HealthCare
West Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/16/2026

As the healthcare industry evolves, the senior living industry occasionally has needs for seasoned Licensed Nursing Home Administrators (LNHAs) to join us in a temporary capacity. If you are a LNHA leader who enjoys variety, has solid business acumen, enjoys the challenge of stepping into a business and quickly developing effective relationships, and desires to diversify your senior living leadership experience, we’d love an opportunity to connect with you regarding LNHA opportunities throughout our locations in IA, MN, NE and SD. 


JOB HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Must have LNHA licensure in state of Iowa;assignment length and location vary
  • Preference to candidates who reside in Iowa with ability to report within 3 weeks
  • Hired on payroll with Competitive wage and mileage and lodging reimbursement
  • Full medical, dental, vision and ancillary benefits available the 1st of the month after hire date

ABOUT ACCURA HEALTHCARE:

Accura HealthCare is a Midwest-based healthcare company that manages and operates over 50 skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care communities throughout Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska. From its beginning in 2016 with 9 care communities, Accura HealthCare has held true to its mission and vision while serving others. Built on the pillars of trust, integrity, accountability, commitment, and kindness, Accura HealthCare is a leader in the Midwest in providing high-quality care. Our employees play a key role in supporting our purpose, “to care for others,” while advancing our mission “to be partners in care, family for life.”

OUR BRANDS: Accura HealthCare | Stonebridge Suites | Traditions Memory Care

OUR VALUES: Trust. Integrity. Accountability. Commitment. Kindness.

Accura HealthCare is where personal life and work life blend together to bring value and purpose to one’s existence.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Interim Executive Director is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) who temporarily directs the day-to-day functions of the facility in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long-term care facilities to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be always provided to our residents. Follows all established policies and procedures to include nursing care procedures, safety regulations, human resources policies, departmental policies and procedures to assure that quality resident care and an effective operation can be maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree (IA, MN) or Associate’s degree (NE, SD) is required; if degree is not in healthcare, additional education may be required per state regulations.
  • Experience serving in a supervisory role; healthcare experience is favorable.
  • Nursing Home Administrator’s license.
  • Must be capable of performing the Essential Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

BENEFITS:

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays*
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits*
  • Flexible Spending Account*
  • Employer Paid Life & AD&D*
  • Supplemental Benefits*
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education Assistance available through education partners

*These benefits are available to full-time employees. 401k is available to FT and PT employees. Minnesota and Nebraska employees are eligible for Sick time regardless of status.

Accura HealthCare, an Equal Opportunity Employer and leading post-acute healthcare provider based in Iowa, has communities in Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska, and growing!

Salary.com Estimation for Interim Executive Director (LNHA) in West Des Moines, IA
$156,991 to $225,990
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Interim Executive Director (LNHA)?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Interim Executive Director (LNHA) career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$149,782 - $229,325
Income Estimation: 
$272,387 - $519,278
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Accura HealthCare

  • Accura HealthCare West Des Moines, IA
  • Accura HealthCare of Ottumwa is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our overnight shift nursing team! With a high sense of integrity and co... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Accura HealthCare Cherokee, IA
  • Accura HealthCare of Cherokee has the opportunity to welcome an Environmental Services Supervisor to join our team! You will take initiative ensuring a cle... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Accura HealthCare Bancroft, IA
  • Accura HealthCare of Bancroft has the opportunity to welcome an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) - RN to join our team! We're seeking a skilled and com... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • Accura HealthCare Knoxville, IA
  • Accura HealthCare of Knoxville is seeking a Cook to join our dining services team. Utilizing culinary and customer service skills, Cooks prepare nutritious... more
  • 4 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Interim Executive Director (LNHA) jobs in the West Des Moines, IA area that may be a better fit.

  • AMN Healthcare Leadership Solutions | B.E. Smith Des Moines, IA
  • Job Description & Requirements $2,500 Sign-on Bonus**Interim Executive Director of Emergency Medicine StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $160000.00 - $175000.00 Now... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • Senior Care Solutions Des Moines, IA
  • Job Type: Full-time, Contract/Interim Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift | Weekend rotation may be required Location: Traveling role — communities througho... more
  • 21 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!