Assistant Administrator

We are seeking a dedicated, organized, and compassionate Assistant Administrator to support the daily operations of our Skilled Nursing Facility. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance, staff coordination, resident satisfaction, and overall operational efficiency. This role is suited for a motivated professional who is pursuing or holds licensure as a NYS Nursing Home Administrator and is looking to grow within long-term care leadership.

• Assist the Administrator with daily facility operations to ensure smooth and efficient functioning.

• Oversee departmental workflow, follow‑up, and communication to support clinical, administrative, and support services.

• Help ensure compliance with all NYS Department of Health
  , CMS
  , Life Safety
  , and federal regulations.

• Participate in survey preparation, performance improvement initiatives, audits, and corrective action plans.

• Support department heads with staffing, scheduling, onboarding, and training of personnel.

• Promote a positive, collaborative work environment aligned with the facility’s mission and values.

• Respond to resident, staff, and family concerns professionally and promptly.

• Assist with resident experience initiatives and quality‑of‑life programming.

• Assist with budgeting, expense monitoring, payroll review, and vendor coordination.

• Participate in census development efforts, including admissions support, marketing, and community outreach as needed.

• Collaborate with the Administrator to develop and implement QAPI programs.

• Track, monitor, and analyze facility performance data to support continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree required (Health Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred).

• Prior experience in long‑term care, healthcare administration, or SNF operations strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of NYS DOH regulations
  , CMS guidelines
  , and SNF operational standards.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across departments.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or EMR systems such as PCC, Matrix Care, or similar.

• NYS Nursing Home Administrator License or eligibility for future licensure is a plus.