Licensed Nursing Home Administrator - Community

Careers - Otterbein SeniorLife

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Jackson, MI Until 9/16/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 18, 2026 Last posted July 18, 2026
Job description

Administrator

Otterbein is a vibrant, faith-based, not-for-profit Senior Living Community that offer Independent and Assisted Living, Nursing Care, Memory Care and Rehabilitation in Michigan, Ohio, Michigan and Indiana. Otterbein Jackson, located in Jackson, MI, has an opening for a fulltime Licensed Nursing Home Administrator.

The Administrator reports to and partners with the Executive Director to lead the delivery of high quality services in a person centered environment. Responsibilities include overseeing departments related to the care and services to our Elders (residents), including but not limited to Activities, Hospice, Medical Records, Nursing, Social Services, Laundry, and Housekeeping. In addition, the Administrator will be responsible for Privacy and Quality Assurance, throughout the Community.

Responsibilities

  • Member of the Leadership Team.
  • Plays a vital role in the Master Planning for the Community.
  • Selects, supervises, coaches, develops and retains a high caliber of staff.
  • Builds a dynamic team environment that makes Otterbein’s Mission visible through the actions of all Partners (employees) and services.
  • Manages, leads, and facilitates the Quality Assurance process and quarterly meetings.
  • Develops, monitors, and reports statistical information and quality indicators used to evaluate operations and to develop quality improvement plans
  • Assures operations are in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations and Otterbein policies and procedures.
  • Provides leadership in the observance of Residents Rights.
  • Participates in corporate teams to share best practices and work assignments related to corporate operations.
  • Represents Otterbein in the community

Qualifications

  • A mission-driven passion for serving older adults
  • Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress related to working with persons who are ill, disabled, elderly, and/or emotionally upset.
  • A Change Agent. Must be able to help Partners and Elders through changes by communicating and building excitement and a positive environment for the change.
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Understand Federal, State and Local regulations and proactively respond to changes in compliance issues and deadlines.
  • Excellent literacy, writing, documentations, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Education: Bachelor's in Health/Long-Term Administration, Business, Gerontology, or related field, preferred. Master’s degree is a plus
  • Licensure/Certification: Have current HFA license in Michigan
  • Experience: At least two years Long Term Care Administrator experience required

Benefits*

  • Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
  • Vision and dental insurance
  • Paid Time off that accrues immediately
  • Paid Holidays
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement Savings with a 401(k) or 403(b) with company match
  • Get access to 50% of your wages before pay day through Pay-Activ
  • Employee sponsored fund for employees in need
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Assistance

Apply today and begin a meaningful career as an Licensed Nursing Home Administrator at Otterbein!

 

About this role

Summary

Oversee nursing home operations, ensure compliance, lead staff, improve quality of care.

Job title

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Jackson, MI; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

license Michiganleadershipregulationsquality assurance

Preferred skills

master's degreegerontology

Specializations

long-term careregulationsquality assuranceelderly care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Jackson, MS, USA

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