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Administrator - LNHA

Elderwood Administrative Services, Lancaster, NY, United States


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Pay: up to $165,000 / year

Overview
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) -

Elderwood at Lancaster

Executive Leadership Opportunity | Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation | Lancaster, NY

Lead a Respected Community. Build Culture. Drive Results.
Elderwood at Lancaster is seeking a proven Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead the overall operations of our skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Lancaster, New York.

This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced healthcare leader who understands how to balance resident care, employee engagement, regulatory excellence, census performance, and financial stewardship - while building a workplace culture people are proud to be part of. If you are an Administrator who leads with visibility, accountability, and heart, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

Why Elderwood at Lancaster

Established 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Western New York

Located in highly desirable Lancaster, NY with easy access to Buffalo metro area

Opportunity to lead a respected campus with strong community roots

Supported by experienced regional and executive leadership

Meaningful opportunity to influence culture, quality, census, and operational results

If you are a licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) who thrives in responsibility, values ethical leadership, and wants to build a stable, high-performing care environment - we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

Employee Perks!

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match

Free On-Site Parking

Friendly and supportive staff

Generous PTO & holiday package

Life Insurance

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Responsibilities
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) - What You'll Lead:
Facility Operations & Compliance

Oversee all daily operations of the facility in accordance with state and federal regulations

Serve as the facility’s Designated Compliance Officer, ensuring an effective and active compliance program

Maintain readiness for surveys, audits, and inspections; lead corrective action as needed

Ensure infection control, safety programs, emergency preparedness, and disaster plans are current and effective

Resident Care & Quality

Ensure residents receive high-quality care that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life

Foster interdisciplinary collaboration across nursing, therapy, social services, dietary, activities, and medical teams

Address resident and family concerns promptly, respectfully, and effectively

Promote consistent care planning, documentation accuracy, and regulatory compliance

Leadership & Culture

Lead, mentor, and hold accountable all department heads and administrative leaders

Set the standard for integrity, professionalism, service excellence, and ethical conduct

Encourage staff engagement, development, recognition, and continuous improvement

Build a culture where employees feel supported, valued, and aligned with Elderwood's mission

Staffing, HR & Payroll Oversight

Oversee hiring, performance management, discipline, and termination of leadership staff

Ensure compliance with labor laws, FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, and HR policies

Maintain oversight of payroll accuracy, timekeeping, benefits coordination, and employee inquiries

Support training programs, orientations, and ongoing education for all staff

Financial & Census Accountability

Maintain facility census at or near capacity while supporting safe admissions practices

Control operating expenses and meet budgetary goalsOversee payroll, billing coordination, purchasing, and financial reporting to EAI

Safeguard resident funds and ensure accurate financial documentation

Community Presence & Reputation

Serve as the primary representative of the facility to families, referral partners, regulators, and the community

Strengthen the facility’s reputation through ethical leadership, transparency, and quality outcomes

Support volunteer engagement, ombudsman partnerships, and community involvement

Qualifications
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) - What We're Looking For:

Bachelor’s Degree required (healthcare or related field preferred)

Minimum two (2) years of management experience, preferably in a nursing home or long-term care setting

Active state-specific Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) license required

Demonstrated experience in regulatory compliance, staff leadership, financial oversight, and operations

Strong communication skills with the ability to lead through trust, accountability, and clarity

A leadership style that is visible, ethical, calm under pressure, and people-centered

This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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