Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Job Description

About the Company

Cottonwood Healthcare is a growing skilled nursing operator focused on strong clinical care, operational excellence, and building great teams. We believe successful facilities are built by leaders who care deeply about their residents, employees, and communities.

About the Role

The Licensed Nursing Home Administrator will oversee the day-to-day operations of the facility, including clinical outcomes, financial performance, census development, regulatory compliance, staffing, culture, and resident satisfaction. We are looking for a leader who is present, accountable, relationship-driven, and excited to help grow a high-performing facility.

Responsibilities

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• Provide overall leadership and direction for the facility
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• Build and maintain a positive, team-oriented culture
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• Partner closely with nursing, therapy, admissions, business office, and department leaders
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• Drive census growth, skilled mix, and strong referral relationships
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• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and CMS regulations
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• Lead survey readiness and quality improvement efforts
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• Oversee financial performance, labor management, and operational metrics
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• Recruit, develop, and retain strong department leaders
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• Ensure excellent resident care, family communication, and customer service
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• Represent the facility and company professionally in the local healthcare market
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Qualifications

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• Active Montana Nursing Home Administrator license required
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• Skilled nursing facility leadership experience preferred
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• Strong understanding of SNF operations, survey process, Medicare, Medicaid, PDPM, and managed care
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• Proven ability to lead teams and improve operational performance
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• Strong communication, follow-through, and problem-solving skills
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• Ability to build strong relationships with staff, residents, families, hospitals, and referral partners
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Required Skills

The ideal candidate is a hands-on operator who can balance people, process, and performance. We want someone who is comfortable being visible in the building, coaching leaders, owning outcomes, and creating momentum.

Preferred Skills

This is a great opportunity for an experienced administrator who wants to join a growing company with strong operator support and real opportunity for long-term growth.

Pay range and compensation package

Interested candidates can apply directly through LinkedIn or reach out confidentially to learn more.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cottonwood Healthcare is committed to diversity and inclusivity.