Skilled Nursing Facility Administrator

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Administrator is responsible for overall management of Bethel Lutheran Home and carrying out the philosophy and objectives established by the governing board; is directly responsible for general direction and supervision of the Bethel 's financial affairs and transactions, nursing and therapeutic resident services, and maintenance and plant operation; is directly responsible for maintaining compliance with federal, state and local codes, regulations and ordinances as they apply to long term care communities.

• The Administrator develops and implements Bethel Lutheran policies and procedures to comply with Federal, State and Local requirements and to fulfill licensure certification standards.

• Serves as the primary liaison for the Bethel Lutheran Community with residents, their families, and the general public. The Administrator is referred admission decisions of a complex nature, problems with resident's occupancy, waiting list inquiries, etc.

• Responsible for Bethel Lutheran operations with regard to staffing, payroll, and benefits administration, in­ service education, budget review and analysis and operational and capital expenditures. The Administrator researches and makes recommendations to the Board for personnel policy changes, salary increases, staffing increases, annual budget amendments, resident rate increases, outside contractual services, and major capital improvements.

• Hires, monitors, and directs the activities of several Department Heads reporting and ensures that policies and procedures are implemented and maintained properly. Assumes the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the activities and programs of the facility. Analyzes departmental operations, evaluates the environment and equipment necessary for effective functioning and implements any necessary procedural change. Make routine inspections of the facility to ensure that established policies and procedures are implemented and followed.

• Assist department directors in the development and use of departmental policies and procedures and establish a rapport in and among departments so that each can realize the importance of teamwork. Review the facility's policies and procedures periodically, at least annually, and make changes as necessary to ensure continued compliance with current regulations.

• Hold regular meetings with all Department Heads on a continual basis to discuss policy, procedures, and problems; and the Board of Directors on a monthly basis to fulfill reporting requirements. The Administrator maintains contacts with the SD Department of Health with regard to licensure requirements, complaints, inspections, etc. The Administrator is referred problems not resolvable at the departmental level. This position makes decisions pertaining to physical plant problems, i.e., equipment replacement, repairs, and redecorating.

• Responsible for developing and maintaining employee relations, ensuring the delivery of quality care and services, and achieving business development goals. Assist department directors in the development and implementation of performance evaluation.

• The Administrator compiles budget projections, revenues, and expenses to support justification to the Board of Directors. Works with various payor sources to optimize quality and cost-efficient operations at the facility. Plans and oversees capital improvements. The Administrator meets with community groups and hospital administrators to develop admission criteria and plans for new or expanded programs that meet community needs for geriatric services.

• Ensure that all required records are maintained and submitted, as appropriate, in an accurate and timely manner; recruit, hire, and provide orientation - training, and ensure employee performance meets - exceeds expectations.

• Ensure the facility is a safe, clean, comfortable, and appealing environment for residents, visitors, and staff, in accordance with Department of Health guidelines.

• Plans for quality assurance in all departments of the Bethel Lutheran Community and develop quality improvement plans with committee members. Reviews accidents and incidents and makes recommendations for an effective safety program for the residents. Plans, modifies, and maintains the facility's HIPAA Compliance Program and serves as the HIPAA Compliance Officer.

• Participate in facility surveys (inspection) made by authorized governmental agencies. Review and develop a plan of correction for deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such plan to the governing board and ombudsman representative as required.

• Ensure frequent communication with the Board of Directors particularly in regard to any operational issues/concerns.

• Delegate a responsible staff member to act in your behalf when you are absent from the facility.

EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, healthcare administration, healthcare management or related field required.

• Master’s degree is preferred.

• Licensure as a LTC Administrator in the State of South Dakota will be required - may participate in the SD Administrator-In-Training (AIT) program to obtain licensure.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• NHA experience in a Long-Term Care setting required. Extensive knowledge and management with leadership experience in long term healthcare, governmental licensure regulations, and all Medicaid/Medicare procedures needed.

• Strong operations and financial management abilities required.

• Extensive knowledge and management with leadership experience in long term healthcare, governmental licensure regulations, and all Medicaid/Medicare procedures required.

• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills and a solid business background required. Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills required.

• Proven history of working cooperatively and harmoniously with residents, residents' families/representatives, facility staff, physicians, consultants, etc.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and complete multiple projects.

• Experience in performance management and effective leadership.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Note: Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to sit; occasionally required to stand and walk.

• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms Frequently required to talk or hear.

• Occasionally required to bend, twist, climb or lift.

• Moderate concentration/intensity, which includes prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for breaks.

• Normal memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information.

• Moderate level of complexity for decision making. Normal time pressure of decision making.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES - To perform this Job successfully; the employee will demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of the position.

All Bethel leadership staff are required to follow and uphold Bethel 's Mission, Vision, and Values, Behavioral Standards, Bethel 's Policies and Procedures, The Code of Conduct and The Code of Ethics and Compliance Plan. IN ADDITION, our leaders must consistently display the following competencies:

Leading People: Ability to lead people toward meeting Bethel 's vision, mission, and goals. The ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
? Conflict Management: Encourages creative tension and differences of opinions. Anticipates and takes steps to prevent counter-productive confrontations. Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
? Leveraging Diversity: Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and
leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
? Developing Others: Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
? Team Building: Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust. Facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to accomplish group goals.

Results Driven: Ability to meet Bethel goals and customer expectations. The ability to make decisions that produce high quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
? Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules.
? Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality services; is committed to continuous improvement.
? Decisiveness: Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data is limited, or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions.
? Entrepreneurship: Positions Bethel for future success by identifying new opportunities; builds the organization by developing or improving services. Takes calculated risks to accomplish organizational objectives.
? Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.
? Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.

Business Acumen: Ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
? Financial Management: Understands the organization's financial processes. Prepares, justifies, and administers the program budget. Oversees procurement and contracting to achieve desired results. Monitors expenditures and uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities.
? Human Capital Management: Builds and manages workforce based on organizational goals, budget considerations and staffing needs. Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, and rewarded; takes action to address performance problems. Manages a multi-sector workforce and a variety of work situations.
? Technology Management: Keeps up to date on technological developments. Makes effective use of technology to achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems.

Building Coalitions: Ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations to achieve common goals.
? Partnering: Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
? Political Savvy: Identifies the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization. Perceives organizational and political reality and acts accordingly.
? Influencing/Negotiating: Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals.
Respect and Confidentiality - Respects the rights of privacy of our residents and co-workers. Ensures cultural differences are respected.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate