LOCATION:
Lord Chamberlain
7003 Main Street
Stratford, CT 06614
POSITION TYPE:
Full-Time
SHIFT(S)
Days
PAY RANGE:
$100,000 - $150,000 Annually
BENEFITS - Full-Time:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- FSA and HRA with applicable group medical plan
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Meal Period
- Longevity Awards
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Perfect Attendance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts
- Shift Differential for Weekend, Evening & Night Shifts
- Casual Fridays
- Paid Training and Orientation
- Uniform Allowance
JOB SUMMARY:
Are you an experienced healthcare leader ready to drive operational excellence and elevate the overall quality of care within a skilled nursing facility? We are seeking a full-time Licensed Nursing Home Administrator to lead, support, and inspire our team in delivering exceptional, resident-centered care.
The Nursing Home Administrator is responsible for the overall management, direction, and performance of the facility, ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations while promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role oversees all departments-including clinical, financial, and operational functions-to ensure the highest standards of care, efficiency, and resident satisfaction are consistently achieved.
This position is instrumental in fostering a collaborative environment where staff are empowered, operations run effectively, and residents receive compassionate, high-quality care in a safe and supportive setting.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for all facility functions, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, and resident-centered care across all departments.
- Direct, supervise, and support department leaders and staff, including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Develop, implement, and enforce facility-wide policies and procedures in accordance with current standards and all federal and state regulations.
- Ensure appropriate staffing levels and effective departmental coordination to meet resident needs and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Oversee daily operations of the facility, including clinical, financial, and support services, to ensure efficiency, quality outcomes, and resident satisfaction.
- Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives, monitoring key performance indicators and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, ensuring continuous survey readiness and leading facility response during inspections and audits.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians and department heads, to ensure effective communication, coordinated services, and continuity of care.
- Ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment for residents, staff, and visitors, including oversight of infection control, life safety, and emergency preparedness programs.
- Develop and manage the facility budget, resources, and financial performance to ensure operational efficiency and long-term sustainability.
- Promote staff development, education, and leadership growth to maintain a highly skilled, engaged, and accountable workforce.
- Serve as the facility's primary representative to residents, families, regulatory agencies, and the community, fostering strong relationships and a positive organizational reputation.
- Act as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, organizational initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current, valid Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) license in the state of Connecticut (or eligibility for licensure), in accordance with state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Advanced degree (Master's/MHA/MBA) strongly preferred for senior leadership roles.
- Completion of a state-approved Administrator-in-Training (AIT) program and successful completion of required licensure examinations, as applicable.
- Minimum of 2-5+ years of progressive leadership experience in a healthcare setting; prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility operations strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience, with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams, oversee operations, and drive organizational performance.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations governing skilled nursing facilities, with proven ability to maintain compliance and ensure continuous survey readiness.
- Experience with financial management, including budgeting, resource allocation, and operational oversight to support fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with residents, families, staff, and regulatory agencies.
- Proven leadership mindset with a passion for team development, staff engagement, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lead within a long-term care or skilled nursing environment, demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and sound judgment.
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
OUR CARING COMMUNITY:
Lord Chamberlain Tower is a 190
-bed, family-owned skilled nursing facility located in
Stratford, CT. As part of the Ryders Health family, you'll join a team backed by over 75 years of experience-rooted in quality care, teamwork, and staffing ratios that exceed industry standards.
Come join our compassionate, dedicated team of professionals!
