Administrator in Training

Administrator in Training (AIT)

Status: Full-Time

Location: Waterford / Three Fountains

The primary responsibility of this position is to learn the day-to-day responsibilities of a licensed Nursing Home Administrator in pursuit of becoming a state and federally LNHA for Avamere.

The Avamere AIT program strictly follows all state guidelines and will take no less than 6 months of training.

Responsibilities:

• Learn, at minimum, the basic concepts for operating each department within the facility, including, but not limited to: Admissions, Business Office, Nursing and Staffing, Activities, Dietary and Maintenance.
• Assist in the planning, development, organization, implementation, evaluation and direction of the facility's programs and services.
• Understand the coordination of all facility operations to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.
• Assist in developing and upholding written policies and procedures, and professional standards of practice that govern the operations of the facility.
• Learn how to prepare an annual operating budget, review and interpret monthly financial statements, and make adjustments as necessary to assure the continued ability to provide quality care.
• Develop an understanding of the industry, including community involvement, competitors and public relations.
• Participate in state and federal surveys of the facility, reviewing any deficiencies and developing plans of correction.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines, and uphold procedures to ensure all staff are trained and in compliance with this policy.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Public Health Administration, Healthcare Management, Business Administration or similar coursework.
• Experience working, volunteering and/or job shadowing within a Skilled Nursing Facility environment.
• Experience and success in a management role, with a clear understanding of popular leadership concepts and techniques.
• Must present a professional appearance and reputation to represent Avamere and its facilities.
• Must be flexible to travel to multiple Avamere locations to gain experience and exposure to different situations within Skilled Nursing Facilities.