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Nursing Home Administrator in Training

kearney, NE

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Job description

Nursing Home Administrator in Training (AIT)

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Nursing Home Administrator in Training (AIT) to join our skilled nursing facility leadership team in Nebraska.

This is more than an observation or training position. As an AIT, you will be an active part of the facility's leadership team, gaining real-world experience in operations, staffing, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, census development, employee leadership, and resident satisfaction .

You'll work alongside experienced leaders while taking on increasing responsibility and developing the skills needed to successfully lead a skilled nursing facility.

Why Join Us?

Hands-on leadership experience

Mentorship and guidance from experienced long-term care leaders

Career development with a clear path toward LNHA licensure

Opportunity to gain experience across all areas of facility operations

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Opportunity for long-term career growth and advancement

Potential pathway into a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator role

What You'll Do as AIT

Support the day-to-day operations of the skilled nursing facility

Work with department leaders to improve facility operations and outcomes

Provide leadership, direction, and support to department heads and staff

Assist with staffing, recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, retention, and employee performance

Support compliance with federal, state, and local long-term care regulations

Participate in survey preparation, regulatory visits, plans of correction, and compliance initiatives

Monitor facility performance, operational metrics, and quality improvement efforts

Support census development, admissions, referrals, and community relationships

Assist with labor management, expense control, budgeting, and other financial objectives

Address resident and family concerns and promote a positive resident experience

Participate in leadership, interdisciplinary, and quality assurance meetings

Collaborate with Nursing, Human Resources, Admissions, Dietary, Environmental Services, Social Services, and other departments

Help build a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and quality care

Identify operational challenges and help ensure issues are resolved

Take on increasing leadership responsibility as your knowledge and experience grow

The ideal AIT candidate is :

Pursuing or eligible to pursue Nursing Home Administrator licensure in Nebraska

Qualified through education or experience to meet applicable Nebraska Nursing Home Administrator licensure requirements

A Bachelor's degree or other qualifying education is preferred

Experienced in or familiar with skilled nursing, long-term care, senior living, healthcare operations, or healthcare leadership

A strong communicator and organized problem-solver

Comfortable working with residents, families, employees, and leadership

Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

A confident decision-maker who is willing to take initiative

Interested in building a long-term career in healthcare leadership

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking to develop as a healthcare leader while gaining hands-on experience in skilled nursing administration , this could be the right next step for you.

Apply today and take the next step toward becoming a future Nursing Home Administrator!

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Worksite address

kearney, NE, 68847, US

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