Executive Director, LNHA

Full Time Executive Director l Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, LNHA

Ecumen Lakeshore, located at 40th Avenue East and London Road in Duluth, MN, is a trusted name in senior housing and care, with a non-profit legacy spanning 93 years. Our campus overlooks the scenic shores of Lake Superior and offers a full continuum of care, including 60 private rooms for short-term rehab, transitional, and post-hospital care, 40 assisted living, 20 memory care apartments, and 100 independent living apartments. As a CMS Five-Star Facility, we are committed to providing quality care and creating an environment where residents can thrive. Be part of our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.

The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a care center and related business lines. The responsibilities will include staffing, financial management, supervising resident care, marketing and community outreach. Strong knowledge of federal, state and local standards for long term care is essential in this position.

About Us:

Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

Compensation and Benefits:

The targeted annual salary for this position is $130,000 - $165,000. Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/. Other benefits, include:

• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k Retirement Plan with a 6% Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick & Safe Time (SST)
• Team Member Referral Program
• Programs for financial wellness and financial flexibility
• A collaborative team environment with growth opportunities

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Ensures quality of resident care through planning, implementing, evaluating, and delegating authority to appropriate staff to ensure that programs and care are maintained.
2. Prepares budget, and plans, implements and evaluates an integrated financial program with necessary financial controls in order to keep operations within budget.
3. Plans and implements the coordination of recruitment, hiring, training mentorship, retention, and evaluation of staff.
4. Provides leadership in areas of employee and labor relations.
5. Directs and ensures compliance with all required government regulations, (e.g. Federal, State, Local, VA, OSHA, OFCCP, and various licensing agencies).
6. Plans future programs on growth, expansion, building and staffing by identifying objectives through strategic planning.
7. Plans public relations programs to enhance the image of all services in general. - Other duties as assigned.

Executive Director Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Licensure/Certification: Active, unrestricted Licensed Assisted Living Director (LALD) and Nursing Home license (LNHA) in Minnesota
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field plus completion of additional post-graduate coursework required for Nursing Home Administrator licensure
• Previous experience in a leadership position
• Previous senior care experience
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats, individually and to groups
• Ability to use Microsoft Suite
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related field
• Demonstrated Continued Education to maintain license
• 5+ year's nursing home site leadership
• Experience with Budgeting and forecasting as well as strong networking experience
• Previous experience with non-profit organizations