What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Home Administrator position at Grandview Healthcare Center?
Overview:
Nursing Home Administrator
Grandview Rehab and Healthcare is looking for a Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) who is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of a Connecticut skilled nursing facility. The Administrator ensures the delivery of high-quality resident care, sound financial operations, and a positive workplace culture while maintaining full compliance with Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) regulations and CMS federal requirements.
Qualifications:- Current Connecticut Nursing Home Administrator License.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Healthcare Admin, Business, etc.).
- Experience in long-term care management; minimum 3–5 years preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Connecticut DPH regulations, Public Health Code, and federal CMS rules.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
1. Regulatory Compliance (CT DPH & CMS)
- Ensure the facility meets all Connecticut DPH long-term care regulations, including staffing, resident rights, safety, infection control, and reporting.
- Maintain the facility’s licensure and the administrator’s CT state license.
- Prepare for and manage DPH surveys, federal surveys, complaint investigations, and follow-up corrective action plans.
- Ensure accurate MDS submissions and compliance with Medicare/Medicaid requirements.
2. Operational Leadership
- Direct all daily operations of the nursing home to ensure smooth, efficient, and person-centered care.
- Oversee all department heads (Nursing, HR, Social Services, Maintenance, Housekeeping, Business Office, Dietary, Recreation, etc.).
- Monitor staffing levels and ensure compliance with CT staffing regulations.
3. Resident Care & Quality Improvement
- Ensure residents receive care according to professional standards and CT/state requirements.
- Monitor quality indicators (falls, pressure injuries, rehospitalizations, infection rates).
- Lead the facility’s QAPI program and ensure ongoing performance improvement.
- Oversee care planning, admissions, discharges, and resident/family communication.
4. Financial Management
- Manage budget, expenses, revenue, and cost-control initiatives.
- Oversee contracts, vendor relationships, and purchasing.
- Ensure accurate billing for Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and private-pay residents.
- Monitor and improve census, case mix, and financial KPIs.
5. Staff Management & Development
- Lead recruitment, retention, training, and performance management of all staff.
- Maintain a positive culture that promotes teamwork, accountability, and resident-centered care.
- Ensure all employees meet CT licensure, certification, and training requirements.
- Conduct leadership and staff meetings regularly.
6. Family, Resident & Community Relations
- Act as the primary liaison to residents, families, and responsible parties.
- Ensure concerns/complaints are addressed promptly and professionally according to CT regulations.
- Build relationships with hospitals, community providers, and referral sources.
7. Emergency Preparedness & Safety
- Maintain a CT DPH-compliant emergency preparedness plan.
- Ensure staff receive required emergency, fire drill, and safety training.
- Oversee risk management and incident reporting.