Merit Health Wesley
Skilled Nursing Home Administrator
Hattiesburg
,
MS
Full Time
Why You'll Love Working Here
Location: Merit Health Wesley
Schedule: Day Shift Hours
Job Summary
The Administrator, Skilled Care is responsible for the overall management, compliance, and performance of a skilled nursing facility. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards. The Administrator leads interdisciplinary teams, oversees fiscal and operational functions, ensures compliance with federal and state guidelines, and fosters a culture of excellence in resident care, employee engagement, and community relationships.
Essential Functions
At Merit Health Wesley, we're more than healthcare providers, we're a team dedicated to compassionate care and community wellness. Join us for a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our patients every day. Your skills, your passion, and your commitment matter here.
T his position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
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- Competitive Compensation - Salary and benefits package designed to reward your expertise, leadership, and contributions.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options to support you and your family.
- Future Security - 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
- Generous Paid Time Off - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
- Career Growth Opportunities - Professional development, leadership training, and advancement opportunities across our organization.
- Recognition & Reward Programs - We celebrate employee achievements and contributions to our success.
- Exclusive Employee Discounts & Perks - Access to special savings and benefits designed for our team members.
Location: Merit Health Wesley
Schedule: Day Shift Hours
Job Summary
The Administrator, Skilled Care is responsible for the overall management, compliance, and performance of a skilled nursing facility. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards. The Administrator leads interdisciplinary teams, oversees fiscal and operational functions, ensures compliance with federal and state guidelines, and fosters a culture of excellence in resident care, employee engagement, and community relationships.
Essential Functions
- Provides executive leadership for all aspects of the skilled care facility, including clinical services, administrative operations, financial performance, and resident satisfaction.
- Oversees day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including CMS, OSHA, and state licensure standards.
- Collaborates with hospital and corporate leadership to align facility performance with system-wide objectives and quality standards.
- Leads and supports department managers in the development and execution of strategic and tactical plans that improve resident outcomes and staff performance.
- Drives census development and occupancy strategies by fostering positive relationships with physicians, referral sources, and community partners.
- Champions resident-centered care practices and quality improvement initiatives by participating in patient experience programs such as Press Ganey or CAHPS.
- Facilitates ongoing survey readiness and leads the team in successfully navigating regulatory inspections and audits.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Supervision and Staff Management
- Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
- Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
- Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
- Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
- Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
- Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
- Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
- Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
- Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
- Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
- Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
- Collaboration and Communication
- Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
- Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
- Staff Responsibilities
- May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.
- Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or
- Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
- Master's Degree preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
- 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
- Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
- Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.
- CNHA - Certified Nursing Home Administrators preferred
At Merit Health Wesley, we're more than healthcare providers, we're a team dedicated to compassionate care and community wellness. Join us for a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our patients every day. Your skills, your passion, and your commitment matter here.
T his position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
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