Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

Job Description

Job Description

Join WesleyLife and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience!  

Why Work at WesleyLife?  

At WesleyLife, we’re not just a workplace—we’re a community that values your growth, well-being, and happiness. With over 77 years of excellence in senior living, we believe in empowering our team members to make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling, supportive, and rewarding work environment. 

Edgewater is excited to make available the opportunity for a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator to step into a role as our Licensed Nursing Home Administrator. Join us to take on diverse and impactful responsibilities, gain exposure to strategic leadership, and play a vital role in driving our mission forward. 

Located on 50 acres of natural beauty in West Des Moines, Edgewater offers a unique WesleyLife Community for Healthy Living. Featuring lush gardens, waterfalls, and natural ponds, Edgewater provides a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory support, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation. Residents enjoy a resort-like experience with amenities such as a day spa, five-star dining, and a saltwater pool, fostering an active and luxurious lifestyle. 

A Typical Day as our Licensed Nursing Home Administrator: 

• Operational Leadership and Strategy Execution: Engage in the organization's operational priorities and strategies, ensuring seamless execution of assigned and delegated initiatives.
• Team Leadership and Development: Provide guidance and leadership to assigned teams, including involvement in hiring, selection decisions, and managing team performance. Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Exposure to Strategic Initiatives: Participate in high-level meetings and special events that expose you to strategic discussions, planning activities, board interactions, and the expectations of an Executive Director. This includes:
• Expanded Executive Circle meetings
• Board/Committee meetings
• Project Teams
• Budget Planning meetings and discussions
• Leadership Circle meetings (community-specific as well as quarterly learning sessions)
• Project leadership opportunities
• Creation of Strategic Tools and Plans: Develop work products, tools, business plans, and other resources that support the development and implementation of WesleyLife programs and services.

In summary, our LNHA must be a mission-focused and values-based leader who demonstrates the ability to focus on results. The ability to inspire the team around a shared set of expectations and outcomes as well as excellent communication and people skills are important for this role. Please note- you must currently hold your Nursing Home Administrator license to be considered for this position. 

What We Offer You  

In addition to the competitive compensation you’d expect, WesleyLife offers true flexibility. You don’t want to work all the time, and we don’t want you to! In addition, our locations are filled with team members who have one another’s backs and leaders who genuinely care about each team member as a person.

We know you want more than just a paycheck—you want a career that offers flexibility, fulfillment, and a chance to make a real difference. At WesleyLife, we provide: 

• Competitive Pay
• Daily Pay : Need your wages after payday? Use our free Daily Pay app to access your earnings when you need them. 

Your Health and Well-being Matter to Us  

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including free single health insurance , vision, dental, and 401(k). 
• Extremely generous paid time off.
• Scholarship Reimbursement : Up to $3,000 per year to help you further your education. 
• Tuition Reimbursement : Up to $1,500 per year for your continued learning. 
• Wellness Incentives : Free wellness memberships and cash rewards for staying healthy. 
• Educational Discounts : Enjoy an 18% discount at Purdue University Global. 

Perks You’ll Love  

• Referral Bonus Program : Earn bonuses for referring qualified candidates. 
• Voluntary Benefits : Life, accident, and critical illness coverage for peace of mind. 

WesleyLife has been certified as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work!

WesleyLife is proud to be certified as one of Senior Care's Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We value teamwork, respect, and integrity, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where every team member feels appreciated and supported. 

Ready to Join Us?  

Qualified candidates will be contacted to move forward in the hiring process. Unfortunately, WesleyLife cannot sponsor applicants for work visas. 

WesleyLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

As part of our commitment to your well-being, you’ll need to complete a pre-hire health assessment and drug screen.