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Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Campbell Street
Dayton, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/15/2026

Newly Licensed Administrators Encouraged to Apply!

 

Ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Start strong with a team that wants to see you succeed.

 

Campbell Street is seeking a motivated, compassionate, and people-focused Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead our community in Dayton, Iowa. This is an exciting opportunity for a newly licensed Administrator or an emerging long-term care leader to step into an established, successful community with a strong foundation and continue building on its momentum.

 

You don't need years of experience to make a difference. We are willing to invest in the right leader through hands-on training, mentorship, and ongoing support from experienced leadership. If you are ready to grow your skills, build meaningful relationships, and create a positive impact for residents and employees, we encourage you to apply!

 

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

At Campbell Street, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We are committed to helping our leaders grow, empowering our teams, and creating communities where residents and employees feel valued.

  • A strong foundation: Step into an established, stable, and successful community and build on its existing momentum.

  • Training and mentorship: Receive hands-on, on-the-job training and guidance to help you transition confidently into the Administrator role.

  • New leaders welcome: Newly licensed Administrators are encouraged to apply. You do not need years of prior administrative experience to be considered.

  • Supportive leadership: Partner with experienced organizational leaders who are invested in your development and success.

  • An engaged team: Work alongside a community team focused on providing quality care and creating a positive resident experience.

  • Room to grow: Develop your leadership, operational, financial, and clinical oversight skills while making a meaningful impact in long-term care.

 

Position Summary

The Licensed Nursing Home Administrator is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and daily operations of the community. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care while maintaining regulatory compliance, supporting employees, overseeing financial performance, and fostering a welcoming, home-like environment.

The Administrator sets the tone for the community by leading with compassion, integrity, accountability, and transparency. Working collaboratively with department leaders and Campbell Street's Support Center, the Administrator promotes a culture where residents are respected, employees feel supported, and the team is empowered to deliver extraordinary care.

 

Essential Responsibilities

Resident Care & Quality

  • Promote a resident-first culture that protects residents' rights, dignity, independence, and individual preferences.

  • Oversee the admission process and ensure residents receive appropriate, individualized care and services.

  • Partner with clinical leadership to monitor resident well-being, care planning, documentation, and quality outcomes.

  • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA and resident privacy requirements.

  • Support quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives to identify opportunities, improve outcomes, and maintain high standards of care.

  • Ensure concerns involving abuse, neglect, exploitation, or misappropriation of resident property are addressed promptly and according to policy and law.

  • Promote a positive experience for residents and their families through open communication, responsiveness, and compassionate service.

  • Oversee the quality and safety of services throughout the community, including dietary, housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, activities, and rehabilitation.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, coach, and support department directors while promoting teamwork, accountability, and professional development.

  • Foster a positive workplace culture where employees feel heard, respected, and empowered to contribute.

  • Support recruitment, onboarding, training, employee engagement, and retention efforts.

  • Establish clear expectations, provide constructive feedback, and recognize employee accomplishments.

  • Ensure appropriate staffing, personnel documentation, performance management, and employee development practices.

  • Address employee concerns and workplace issues promptly, fairly, and consistently.

  • Encourage open communication and ensure concerns related to resident care, safety, or employee conduct are handled appropriately.

Financial & Operational Management

  • Collaborate with Campbell Street's Support Center and Finance team to develop, manage, and monitor the community budget.

  • Oversee operational performance, resource utilization, and financial accountability.

  • Monitor staffing costs, payroll, overtime, purchasing, and other operational expenses.

  • Support timely and accurate billing and collections in coordination with centralized billing and finance teams.

  • Ensure appropriate financial controls, recordkeeping, purchasing procedures, and internal policies are followed.

  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency while maintaining quality care and a positive resident experience.

Regulatory Compliance & Community Operations

  • Maintain survey readiness and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, licensing requirements, and organizational policies.

  • Coordinate survey preparation, staff education, responses to regulatory findings, and plans of correction.

  • Promote infection prevention, sanitation, emergency preparedness, and a safe environment for residents, employees, and visitors.

  • Oversee the maintenance of the building, grounds, equipment, emergency systems, and other community resources.

  • Ensure appropriate reporting, investigations, documentation, and notifications are completed in accordance with applicable requirements.

  • Support resident privacy and confidentiality through appropriate HIPAA practices and safeguards.

  • Serve in designated compliance and abuse-prevention roles as assigned.

  • Communicate operational needs, significant concerns, and improvement opportunities to Campbell Street's regional and Support Center leadership.

Leadership & Culture

  • Champion Campbell Street's mission: Developing Exceptional People Who Drive Extraordinary Care.

  • Lead by example through ethical decision-making, servant leadership, transparency, and accountability.

  • Build strong relationships with residents, families, employees, community partners, and organizational leadership.

  • Maintain a visible presence in the community and actively engage with residents, families, and employees.

  • Identify opportunities to strengthen team performance, resident satisfaction, and overall community success.

  • Embrace coaching, feedback, and continued learning as part of your leadership development.

 

Benefits

At Campbell Street, we believe in taking care of our employees just as they care for others. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and career growth.

Our benefits include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage

  • Company-paid life insurance, with additional voluntary life insurance available

  • Accident and critical illness insurance

  • Matching 401(k) retirement plan

  • Same-day pay

  • Generous paid time off (PTO)

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

You'll also have the opportunity to grow professionally through hands-on training, leadership guidance, and experience managing an established long-term care community.

 

Ready to Lead With Purpose?

If you're a newly licensed Administrator or an emerging leader looking for the right opportunity to grow, we'd love to hear from you! Bring your passion for people, your willingness to learn, and your commitment to quality care. We'll help you build the skills and confidence to succeed.

 

At Campbell Street, our mission is to develop exceptional people who drive extraordinary care. Take the next step in your career and help us keep a successful community moving forward.

 

Important Notice: Campbell Street will never ask candidates to pay for job placement or training, or to provide banking or financial information during the hiring process. If you receive a suspicious offer or interview request, please contact kgarrett@campbellstreetsl.com to verify its legitimacy.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

  • Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or a related field preferred or required as applicable to state regulations.

  • Current Iowa Nursing Home Administrator license required, or eligibility to obtain licensure in accordance with applicable requirements.

  • Newly licensed Administrators are encouraged to apply.

  • Administrator Designees may be considered if permitted by applicable regulations and approved by Campbell Street leadership.

Experience

  • Previous long-term care administration experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate.

  • Experience in skilled nursing, assisted living, healthcare operations, or a related leadership setting is beneficial.

  • Candidates who demonstrate strong leadership potential, sound judgment, a willingness to learn, and a passion for resident-centered care are encouraged to apply.

Skills & Abilities

  • Strong communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.

  • A compassionate, approachable leadership style that balances employee support with accountability.

  • Critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound decision-making abilities.

  • Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and adapt to new challenges.

  • Organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

  • Business awareness and an interest in learning the financial and operational aspects of community leadership.

  • High emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust with residents, families, and employees.

  • Professionalism, integrity, resilience, and a commitment to doing the right thing.

  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

  • Ability to travel as needed, including occasional overnight stays.

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