Nursing Home Administrator Jobs
Nursing Home Administrator jobs are open across long-term care, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities, from entry-level directors-in-training to executive administrators, with specializations in memory care management, rehabilitation oversight, and multi-facility operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Responsible for overall center management, profitability, operations, and direction in all aspects. Accountable for, but not limited to, census development, management of accounts receivable and collections, maximization of Net Operating Income, resident/patient care, state and federal survey compliance, positive employee relations, a positive return on investment, an effective business plan and implementation of Center core programs. Acts as the Center representative in the center and community. Follows all Center policies and procedures. Completes rounds of entire center premises at least daily to ensure compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations.
Required Education and Experience
- Previous experience in post-acute care setting
- Current State License as Nursing Home Administrator (NHA)
- Demonstrated success leading a fun and productive work environment
We offer a comprehensive benefit package which includes:
- Health insurance for full-time employees starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment
- Dental and vision insurance for full and part-time staff
- 401(K) Program for full and part-time staff
- 6 paid holidays plus one floating holiday for full-time staff
- Company paid life insurance for full-time staff
- Voluntary life and disability insurance for full-time staff
- Paid Time Off
Responsible for overall center management, profitability, operations, and direction in all aspects. Accountable for, but not limited to, census development, management of accounts receivable and collections, maximization of Net Operating Income, resident/patient care, state and federal survey compliance, positive employee relations, a positive return on investment, an effective business plan and implementation of Center core programs. Acts as the Center representative in the center and community. Follows all Center policies and procedures. Completes rounds of entire center premises at least daily to ensure compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations.
Required Education and Experience
- Previous experience in post-acute care setting
- Current State License as Nursing Home Administrator (NHA)
- Demonstrated success leading a fun and productive work environment
We offer a comprehensive benefit package which includes:
- Health insurance for full-time employees starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment
- Dental and vision insurance for full and part-time staff
- 401(K) Program for full and part-time staff
- 6 paid holidays plus one floating holiday for full-time staff
- Company paid life insurance for full-time staff
- Voluntary life and disability insurance for full-time staff
- Paid Time Off
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Who's Hiring
- Genesis HealthCare10
- Lutheran Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center8
- Medilodge6
- Monarch Healthcare Management6
- Saber Healthcare5
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nursing home administrator jobs.
- Active state nursing home administrator license (NHA) required
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field
- Minimum two to five years of experience in long-term care management
- Familiarity with CMS regulations, state survey processes, and deficiency correction
- Proficiency with electronic health record and billing systems used in skilled nursing
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets, staffing ratios, and census development
Tips for Your Nursing Home Administrator Job Search
Tailor your resume to state regulations
Licensing requirements for nursing home administrators differ by state, so name your specific state license, license number format, and any reciprocity agreements on your resume. Hiring managers flag candidates who omit this, since unlicensed administrators cannot legally operate a facility.
Highlight your census and occupancy results
Operators care deeply about occupancy rates and census management. Describe the facility size you managed, the average daily census you maintained, and any occupancy improvements you drove. These figures tell employers more than a job title ever can.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists nursing home administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by ownership model
For-profit chains, nonprofit systems, and government-run facilities have different regulatory environments, budget cycles, and culture. Decide which you prefer before you apply, then target your cover letter to the specific priorities of that ownership type.
Prepare a deficiency-history narrative
Interviewers for administrator roles routinely ask about past state survey outcomes and citation history. Prepare a clear, factual account of any deficiencies your facility received, what corrective actions you led, and how outcomes improved afterward.
Negotiate start date around survey windows
Long-term care facilities typically face annual state surveys, and joining right before one puts you at an immediate disadvantage. Ask during final-round interviews when the last survey occurred and use that timing as a natural lever in start-date discussions.
Nursing Home Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most nursing home administrators?
The most active employers for nursing home administrators right now are Genesis HealthCare, Lutheran Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center, and Medilodge, and the most openings are in Ohio, Illinois, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional operators and nonprofit health systems often post roles that larger national chains do not advertise widely.
How many nursing home administrator jobs are remote?
About 5% of nursing home administrator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of facility oversight. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are corporate compliance, regional multi-facility oversight, and consulting roles that support multiple sites rather than a single building.
How do you become a nursing home administrator?
To become a nursing home administrator, you complete a state-approved administrator-in-training program, pass the national licensing exam administered through the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards, and obtain your state-specific NHA license before you can serve as an administrator of record. Most candidates also hold a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or a related field, and some states require a master's degree for certain facility types.
Can you get hired as a nursing home administrator without direct experience?
Some facilities hire candidates into administrator-in-training or assistant administrator roles without prior administrator experience, particularly those with strong department-head backgrounds in nursing, social services, or operations. Completing a formal administrator-in-training program, earning your NHA license, and demonstrating measurable outcomes from a department you managed are the most reliable ways to move into your first administrator role.
What does the nursing home administrator interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your license status and experience level, followed by an on-site visit where you tour the facility and meet department heads. Final-round interviews typically involve the regional director or corporate team and cover financial performance, survey history, staffing strategy, and your approach to culture and census development. Some operators also ask candidates to complete a written operations assessment.
Where can I find and apply to nursing home administrator jobs?
You can find and apply to nursing home administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your license state, facility type, and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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