Administrator in Training (AIT)

Thornton Manor has an opportunity to welcome an Administrator in Training (AIT) to join our team. In this key operational support and leadership development role, not only will you learn what it takes to become a successful Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, you will take initiative leading facility operations such as staffing, budgeting, customer satisfaction, compliance on all facets, maintaining regulatory documents, associated reporting, proactively addressing concerns, and serving as an engaged leader who cultivates a people-first focused culture. Job Highlights: Competitive salary based on experience, starting at $60k+ Benefits package includes: Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental and Vision, company paid life, and pension plan Work with an excellent interdisciplinary team that has longevity at the facility Excellent survey history - most recent survey completed 5/2026 ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY: Thornton Manor Nursing & Care Center is a vibrant senior living campus offering both Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living services. Our 43-bed Skilled Nursing Facility provides compassionate long-term, short-term, and respite care, while Thornton Heights , our 13-unit Assisted Living community , features spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments with stunning bluff-side views. We proudly offer both inpatient and outpatient therapy to support the diverse needs of our residents. At Thornton Manor Care Center, we are dedicated to delivering quality, person-centered care while fostering a workplace where team members feel valued, supported, and inspired. If you’re seeking an organization where both residents and team members can truly thrive , we invite you to join the Thornton Manor Nursing & Care Center family! JOB SUMMARY: The Administrator in Training (AIT) understands the prerequisites and is actively working toward and/or has obtained approval to sit for the NAB and additional state license exam(s), if required. The AIT reports to and works collaboratively with the Area Executive Director or Executive Director (ED) supporting the day-to-day functions of the facility in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern skilled nursing facilities to assure that the highest degree of quality care can always be provided to our residents. Follows all established policies and procedures to include nursing care procedures, safety regulations, human resources policies, departmental policies and procedures, assuring 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. Nursing Home Administrator’s license and/or eligibility to take the NAB exam to become licensed within one year is necessary to be considered for this role. LNHAs newly licensed that desire additional growth and development and/or those with prior AIT experience are also of interest. Experience serving in a role where you have coached, managed and/or developed others; healthcare experience is favorable. Financial literacy. 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* Employer Paid Life* Pension Plan *These benefits are available to full-time employees. Minnesota and Nebraska employees are eligible for PTO regardless of status. This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and leading post-acute healthcare provider. #J-18808-Ljbffr Accura HealthCare of Aurelia