Administrator

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Paradigm at Bay City - Bay City, TX 77414

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Paradigm at Bay City is seeking a driven and dedicated Administrator to join our wonderful team!

Summary / Objective

In keeping with our organization’s goals, the Administrator is responsible for the oversight of all day to day functions of the facility. Success in this position is measured by compliance with all federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern nursing facilities. Additionally, success is measured through facility financial performance, patient outcomes, and risk mitigation. This position is to observe, identify, correct, maintain, and develop processes and programs to ensure that the company’s objectives are achieved.

Job Duties

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the facility’s programs and activities in accordance with guidelines issued by the governing board

Assist department directors in the development, use, and implementation of departmental policies and procedures and professional standards of practice

Ensure that all employees, residents, visitors, and the general public follow the facility’s established policies and procedures

Conduct daily meetings with appropriate staff, engage in regular facility inspections, and discuss survey findings and formulation of plans of action/correction as needed

Assist in developing plans of correction for cited deficiencies and ensure such plans incorporate timetables and methods of monitoring so that such deficiencies do not recur

Review and check competence of workforce and make necessary adjustments/corrections as required

Assist in recruitment and selection of competent department directors, supervisors, facility licensed and non-licensed staff, consultants, etc.

Counsel/discipline personnel as requested or as may become necessary

Consult with department directors concerning the operation of their departments to assist in eliminating/correcting problem areas, and/or improvement of services

Assist department directors in the topic selection, planning, conducting, and scheduling of in-service training classes and on-the-job training and orientation programs to assure that current material and programs are continuously provided

Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility

Ensure that providers are in compliance with facility policies governing credentialing, admissions, medical treatment, visit requirements, plans of care, orders, etc.

Report all applicable issues, concerns, or potential concerns to the Medical Director and communicate regularly with the Medical Director

Ensure that all facility personnel, residents, and visitors follow established safety regulations, including fire protection/prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc.

Review and investigate accidents/incidents and ensure that risk management reports are effectively created (e.g., falls, injuries, or an unknown source, abuse, etc.)

Monitor to determine the effectiveness of the facility’s risk management program

Ensure that the facility is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform such duties/services

Review and interpret monthly financial statements and provide such information to the governing board

Participate in creating facility budgets as it pertains to census goals, rate management, labor management, and expenses control

Establish process and procedures that ensure facility achieves the all budgets and goals

In collaboration with A/R support, ensure collections are timely and in its entirety by developing and implementing collections policies and procedures

Report suspected or known incidents of fraud relative to false billings, filing of false cost reports, receipt/payment of kickbacks etc., and any other illegal activity to the governing board and ensure reporting is made to appropriate agencies

Ensure that the resident rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property, and civil rights, including the right to raise complaints, are well established and maintained at all times

Review resident complaints and grievances, discuss actions with resident and family as appropriate, and make written reports of action taken

Ensure that resident funds are maintained and appropriate accounting records are employed by the facility in accordance with current, applicable regulations and laws

Perform other duties as assigned or as needed for the facility to be in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and laws

Communicate and interact effectively with residents, visitors, families, staff, and supervisors

Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed

Report all resident, staff, or other concerns to the appropriate department head

Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe situations, and concerns immediately

Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations relating to responsibilities

Ensure that responsibilities are performed consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations as well as facility policies and procedures

Qualifications

Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator in the State

A bachelor’s degree in Public Health Administration or Business Administration or health related degree is preferred

2 years’ experience in a supervisor role, healthcare experience preferred

Recent long-term care experience required

Must be knowledgeable of reimbursement regulations and nursing practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to nursing facility administration

Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action

Must be able to read and interpret financial records, reports, and other financial models

Must effectively communicate policies, procedures, regulations, and reports to personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and government agencies

Must demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitude

Strong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet)

Required Skills

Self-motivated and self-directed

Possess the ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude

Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Display attention to detail

Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner

Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations)

Exceptional judgment and active foresight

Self-motivated and self-directed

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Who can apply

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