Senior Skilled Nursing Administrator

 

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COMMUNITY NAME

Community Support Office

Job ID

2024-221548

JOB OVERVIEW

"Sunrise is the best place that I've ever worked, simply because of the people. We provide quality care in an environment that feels like home. Our focus is doing what’s right for the resident. For me, that’s a big breath of fresh air."- Sunrise Leader 

 

The Senior Skilled Nursing Administrator, reporting to the Vice President of Operations, is responsible for overseeing eight skilled nursing communities. This role provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining quality care and efficient operations across all locations. Additionally, the Senior Skilled Nursing Administrator serves as interim Skilled Nursing Administrator for communities with open leadership positions, offering direct support to ensure continuity of care and operations.This position is focused on optimizing community performance, enhancing the quality of care, and driving operational efficiency while fostering collaboration among community leadership teams. The role requires a willingness to travel extensively across assigned communities, with the flexibility to respond to emergencies and adapt to varying work hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

  Responsibilities: Leadership and Operational Oversight • Provide strategic direction and operational support to community Skilled Nursing Administrators to achieve organizational goals.• Oversee the daily operations of multiple communities to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and standards.• Collaborate with community leadership to drive performance improvement and maintain a high standard of care delivery.• Attend community meetings; Stand Up, IDT, Department Head Meetings, Town Hall, Quality Improvement, and others in partnership with the Regional Director of Resident Care (RDRC)  Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance • Ensure all skilled nursing communities comply with state and federal regulations, including Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements.• Conduct regular audits of community operations, documentation, and practices to identify and address deficiencies.• Conduct routine site visits of the communities to ensure compliance with established organization policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.• Support communities in preparing for surveys, inspections, and implementing corrective action plans when necessary. • Provide support during federal and state surveys.  Quality Care and Resident Satisfaction• Monitor the delivery of resident care across communities to ensure it meets organizational and regulatory standards.• Oversee the implementation of quality improvement initiatives to enhance resident outcomes and satisfaction.• Address escalated resident or family concerns and resolve grievances effectively.• Review/manage community quality data in partnership with the RDRC to identify trends and corrective action plans as part of the quality process improvement  Financial Oversight • Oversee community budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation to ensure fiscal responsibility.• Work with community Skilled Nursing Administrators to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining care quality.• Approve budgets and financial plans submitted by facilities.• Review monthly financial statements in partnership with community Skilled Nursing Administrators and implement corrective actions  Staffing and Development • Lead the recruitment, training, and professional development of Skilled Nursing Administrators and other key staff.• Provide mentorship and performance feedback to community leadership teams.• Ensure communities maintain adequate staffing levels to meet resident care and operational needs  Crisis Management and Support • Provide leadership and guidance during emergencies such as staffing shortages, outbreaks, or natural disasters.• Ensure facilities have up-to-date emergency response plans and adequate training  Communication and Collaboration• Act as the primary liaison between corporate leadership and community Skilled Nursing Administrators.• Facilitate regular meetings to discuss performance, share best practices, and address challenges.• Promote a culture of collaboration and teamwork across all communities. • Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all