Executive Director Ascension Living

Your future role at a glance

Location: Manhattan, KS

Facility: Via Christi Village Manhattan

Specialty: Skilled Nursing

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Salary: $103,940 - $140,624 per year

Eligible for annual bonus incentive

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up‑to‑date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead a purpose‑driven culture by integrating the organization’s mission and core values into daily operations, ensuring every resident and staff member experiences a supportive, values‑based environment.
• Drive financial and strategic growth by developing robust budgets and long‑range forecasts that align resources with the community’s goals for sustainable, high‑quality care.
• Cultivate a high‑performing team through strategic hiring, mentorship, and continuous education initiatives that empower staff to deliver exceptional service at every level.
• Optimize community vitality by spearheading marketing and communication strategies that maximize enrollment and ensure the community remains a vibrant, sought‑after place to live and work.
• Champion clinical and regulatory excellence by establishing rigorous quality benchmarks and policies that exceed industry standards while maintaining the highest ethical directives.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Nursing Home Administrator obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management OR Associate’s degree/Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.

What Additional Preferences We’re Seeking

• Previous experience as an Executive Director or Licensed Nursing Home Administrator in a skilled nursing facility

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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