Nursing Home Administrator

Grandview Rehab and Healthcare is looking for a Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) who is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of a Connecticut skilled nursing facility. The Administrator ensures the delivery of high-quality resident care, sound financial operations, and a positive workplace culture while maintaining full compliance with Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) regulations and CMS federal requirements.

• Current Connecticut Nursing Home Administrator License.

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Healthcare Admin, Business, etc.).

• Experience in long-term care management; minimum 3–5 years preferred.

• Comprehensive knowledge of Connecticut DPH regulations, Public Health Code, and federal CMS rules.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

1. Regulatory Compliance (CT DPH & CMS)

• Ensure the facility meets all Connecticut DPH long-term care regulations, including staffing, resident rights, safety, infection control, and reporting.

• Maintain the facility’s licensure and the administrator’s CT state license.

• Prepare for and manage DPH surveys, federal surveys, complaint investigations, and follow-up corrective action plans.

• Ensure accurate MDS submissions and compliance with Medicare/Medicaid requirements.

2. Operational Leadership

• Direct all daily operations of the nursing home to ensure smooth, efficient, and person-centered care.

• Oversee all department heads (Nursing, HR, Social Services, Maintenance, Housekeeping, Business Office, Dietary, Recreation, etc.).

• Monitor staffing levels and ensure compliance with CT staffing regulations.

3. Resident Care & Quality Improvement

• Ensure residents receive care according to professional standards and CT/state requirements.

• Monitor quality indicators (falls, pressure injuries, rehospitalizations, infection rates).

• Lead the facility’s QAPI program and ensure ongoing performance improvement.

• Oversee care planning, admissions, discharges, and resident/family communication.

4. Financial Management

• Manage budget, expenses, revenue, and cost-control initiatives.

• Oversee contracts, vendor relationships, and purchasing.

• Ensure accurate billing for Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and private-pay residents.

• Monitor and improve census, case mix, and financial KPIs.

5. Staff Management & Development

• Lead recruitment, retention, training, and performance management of all staff.

• Maintain a positive culture that promotes teamwork, accountability, and resident-centered care.

• Ensure all employees meet CT licensure, certification, and training requirements.

• Conduct leadership and staff meetings regularly.

6. Family, Resident & Community Relations

• Act as the primary liaison to residents, families, and responsible parties.

• Ensure concerns/complaints are addressed promptly and professionally according to CT regulations.

• Build relationships with hospitals, community providers, and referral sources.

7. Emergency Preparedness & Safety

• Maintain a CT DPH-compliant emergency preparedness plan.

• Ensure staff receive required emergency, fire drill, and safety training.

• Oversee risk management and incident reporting.