Healthcare Administrator, Arizona

Under the direction of the Administrator, this position is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the Nursing Department of a Medicare-certified, skilled nursing facility and the provision of nursing care and services to its Veterans/Members. The role involves overseeing training and education programs for nursing personnel, determining the appropriate therapeutic, physical, and nursing environment, and ensuring compliance with federal and state nursing home regulations.

Plan, organize, and direct nursing functions to comply with long- and short-term goals, facility policies and procedures, nursing home regulations, and budgetary constraints.

Ensure the provision of nursing care and services to Veterans/Members 24/7, determining nursing staff requirements, including levels of training needed and allocation to treatment functions and areas.

Participate actively in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI), clinical meetings, and other facility meetings as directed by the Administrator.

Conduct investigations of policy issues, staff and veteran/member allegations, and other potential disciplinary problems, taking corrective action as necessary.

Actively involved in Arizona Management System (AMS) processes, including huddle boards, problem solving, job breakdown sheets, success tracking, and standardized work.

Knowledge

Advanced nursing knowledge related to clinical management of moderate to complex medical conditions found within a skilled nursing facility.

Extensive knowledge of employee management issues, including scheduling, training, supervision, and application of nursing practices.

In-depth understanding of all relevant regulations as they pertain to the skilled nursing facility, including OBRA, OSHA, and other standards.

Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory requirements related to the quality of resident assessments, Minimum Data Sets, and the design and implementation of resident care plans.

Skills

Skill in managing systems, functions, material/supply resources, human resources, and nursing practice.

Advanced clinical skills necessary for assessment and planning appropriate medical interventions, especially as they apply to quality indicators.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Problem-solving skills related to nursing care and practice, interpersonal relationships, internal/external resources, and critical family/resident issues.

Ability

Abide by nursing regulations and respond to medical emergencies professionally.

Evaluate, analyze, make independent decisions, and follow up regarding client health problems.

Work collaboratively with professional and non-professional staff to ensure the health and safety of residents.

Licenses / Certifications

Long Term Care experience is a must.

Active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona.

Fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

May be required to drive on State business; a current, valid driver's license is required, subject to driver's license record checks; must maintain acceptable driving records and complete any required driver training.