Assistant Executive Director (LNFA)

Overview

The purpose of the Assistant Executive Director position is to support the Executive Director in the overall operation of the facility in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations. This leadership role assists with healthcare operations, long-term care administration, regulatory compliance, financial performance, census development, quality initiatives, workforce leadership, and operational excellence. The Assistant Executive Director helps ensure quality patient care, regulatory readiness, resident satisfaction, and compliance within a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, post-acute care, and long-term care environment.

Responsibilities

• Assure facility compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Direct and ensure implementation of written policies and procedures that reflect the goals and objectives of the facility and administrative team, including all Cantex Policies and Procedures, RCMS, and FMS programs.
• Make routine rounds throughout the facility to verify that quality patient care is provided, the environment is maintained in a safe and sanitary manner, operational systems are functioning effectively, and employees receive appropriate supervision.
• Assist with oversight of healthcare operations, facility performance, resident services, compliance programs, and quality initiatives.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, onboarding, training, and retention of competent department supervisors and ancillary staff.
• Meet weekly with Department Supervisors to review interdepartmental concerns, labor management, expense control, patient care matters, census performance, and operational priorities.
• Conduct weekday morning stand-up meetings to communicate operational priorities and organizational objectives.
• Assist in developing, establishing, and maintaining patient census at optimal levels.
• Assure compliance with the Patients' Bill of Rights.
• Assist in preparation and management of the annual operating budget.
• Support achievement of budgeted earnings expectations and operational goals.
• Assure adequate financial records, reimbursement documentation, and cost reports are submitted to appropriate departments and governmental agencies in accordance with company policy and procedures.
• Represent the facility in dealings with governmental agencies, healthcare partners, third-party vendors, referral sources, and community organizations, or provide an authorized representative when necessary.
• Authorize the purchase of major equipment and routine supplies as authorized and in accordance with established procedures.
• Assure that physical assets, equipment, grounds, and facility inventories are maintained in good condition and at appropriate levels.
• Assure implementation of therapeutic, recreational, social, and rehabilitative programs that support resident quality of life.
• Assure that nutritional needs of patients are met through appropriate services and programs.
• Assure the provision of ancillary services necessary to meet patient and resident needs.
• Establish and maintain documentation and records necessary for Medicaid, Medicare, Title XIX, and other reimbursement programs.
• Maintain an effective community relations program that serves the best interests of the facility and community.
• Ensure both RCMS and FMS Quality Assurance Committee meetings are conducted monthly.
• Demonstrate the ability to function as a Team Leader and Role Model.
• Promote a work environment that fosters respect, dignity, teamwork, accountability, and resident-centered care.
• Approve Policies and Procedures annually with the DON and Medical Director.
• Review and update the Disaster Preparedness Plan annually with employees.
• Complete employee evaluations annually and/or following the probationary period and provide coaching, counseling, corrective action, and performance management when appropriate.
• Has reviewed Cantex Continuing Care Network's Clinical Policies and Procedures for Abuse Prevention and understands the employee's responsibility to enforce them.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Executive Director.
  
  

Qualifications

• A current and valid Texas Nursing Home Administrator (LNFA) license is required.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations regarding nursing home operations is required.
• BS/BA degree, or equivalent experience in healthcare administration, healthcare management, long-term care administration, business administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year supervisory experience, preferably in a long-term care setting.
• Ability to effectively communicate, direct, supervise, coach, and delegate responsibilities.
• Knowledge of skilled nursing operations, healthcare compliance, Medicare, Medicaid, reimbursement programs, budget management, and quality assurance processes preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
  
  

Benefits/EEO

What We Offer You

• Competitive Wages
• 401k with match
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday & Paid Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Tuition & CEU Reimbursement
• Rewards & Recognition Program
  
  

EEOC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401(k) with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick time, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, as well as a highly competitive compensation package.