The primary function of this position is to establish and direct the overall operation of the facility’s operations in compliance with all federal, state, and local guidelines, standards and regulations, and, as directed by the Executive Director so as to ensure that each resident receives the highest standard of care and services and to ensure the facility is operated in a prudent and fiscally responsible fashion.

The Personal Care Home Administrator has total responsibility for the personal care home, on a 24 hour/7 day per week basis, with regards to staffing, payroll and benefits administration, budget, fiscal management, clinical care delivery, staff training and education programs, operational and capital expenditures, and operational decision-making under the guidance and scrutiny of the governing body/board.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Requires an active Personal Care Home Administrator Certificate in the state in which he/she is practicing. Prior supervisory experience in the health care industry is highly encouraged.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

1. Must be able to speak and understand the English language in an understandable manner in order to carry out essential functions of job.
2. Must possess ability to function independently, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with residents, co-workers and others.
3. Must possess effective communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to resident and employee information and records.
5. Must possess knowledge and ability to operate medical equipment, utilizing all safety procedures.
6. Must possess general knowledge of policies and procedures used to assist employees.
7. Must possess knowledge of and the ability to use proper body mechanics to meet physical job demands.
8. Must possess ability to interact effectively with residents and employees.
9. Must possess ability to evaluate and interpret information.
10. Must possess ability to properly record, chart and document necessary information as required by established policies/procedures.
11. Must possess knowledge of federal, state, county, and nursing home policies and procedures as they relate to the overall operations of the nursing home.
12. Must possess knowledge of infection control and universal precautions and the ability to apply same to essential job duties.
13. Must possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to accomplish several duties and meet schedule of various departments.
14. Must possess knowledge of and comply with Resident Rights, including but not limited to the treatment of residents, dignity of residents and personal and property rights of residents.
15. Must possess ability to calmly and effectively communicate with residents and staff under stress.