Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)

Lakewood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center | Full-Time | Day Shift | On-Site

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Excellence. Make a Difference.

At Lakewood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, we believe long-term care should be defined by compassion, quality, and community. We’re seeking an experienced Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) who is passionate about leadership, operational excellence, and delivering exceptional resident-centered care.

If you’re a strategic leader who thrives in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment and is ready to shape the future of long-term care, we invite you to join something truly meaningful.

What You’ll Do

As LNHA, you’ll serve as the operational and cultural leader of the facility—guiding teams, ensuring regulatory excellence, and creating an environment where residents and staff thrive.

Leadership & Operations

• Direct daily operations in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Lead, mentor, and develop department heads and interdisciplinary teams
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, safety, and excellence
• Ensure adequate staffing levels and employee engagement
• Conduct daily rounds to maintain high standards of care, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction

Regulatory & Compliance

• Maintain survey readiness and oversee plans of correction
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, infection control, life safety, and all regulatory standards
• Review incident reports and implement proactive prevention programs
• Serve as HIPAA Privacy Officer

Financial Stewardship

• Oversee budgeting, billing, reimbursement, payroll, and financial reporting
• Review monthly financial statements and maintain fiscal responsibility
• Ensure timely bank deposits and financial controls

Community & Resident Engagement

• Build strong relationships with residents and families
• Participate in admissions and provide tours when needed
• Represent the facility with professionalism in community and industry activities
• Support marketing and public relations initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Current, active Nursing Home Administrator license
• Proven leadership experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care (LTC) setting
• Strong working knowledge of state and federal regulations
• Exceptional decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Financial acumen and operational management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A leader who values integrity, compassion, and accountability

Why Join Lakewood?

We value our leaders and support their success with competitive benefits and a strong workplace culture.

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Daily Pay with Tapcheck
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Supportive leadership team and growth opportunities

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and elevate the standard of care in long-term care, apply today and become part of the Lakewood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center mission.

Lakewood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected classification under applicable law.