Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

Nursing Home Administrator (NHA)Ginger Cove – Annapolis, MDFull-Time | Consistent Schedule$135,000-$150,000/year (based on experience)Lead with Purpose. Drive Excellence in Senior Living.Ginger Cove, a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Annapolis, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) to lead our licensed healthcare services.This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, and Assisted Living operations. You’ll partner closely with clinical and executive leadership to ensure exceptional resident care, regulatory excellence, and strong operational performance.If you’re a results-driven leader who thrives in a collaborative, mission-focused environment—this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference.What You’ll Do:Direct daily operations across Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, and Assisted LivingEnsure efficient, compliant, and high-performing healthcare service deliveryPartner with the Director of Nursing and department leaders to align clinical and operational goalsEnsure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including CMS requirementsMaintain continuous survey readiness and lead all state surveys, audits, and plans of correctionOversee adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and safety standardsLead and oversee the Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) programMonitor clinical quality indicators, identify trends, and implement corrective actionsEnsure delivery of person-centered care that meets medical, nursing, and psychosocial needsOversee incident reporting, investigations, and risk mitigation strategiesEnsure resident rights, dignity, and quality of life are consistently upheldDevelop and manage operating and capital budgets for healthcare servicesOversee staffing models, labor management, and cost controlsMonitor financial performance and implement strategies to improve efficiency while maintaining care qualityLead, mentor, and develop department heads and interdisciplinary teamsOversee hiring, onboarding, training, and performance managementPromote a culture of accountability, engagement, and retentionCollaborate with executive leadership, department heads, and community stakeholdersSupport occupancy and admissions efforts in partnership with sales/marketingMaintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and healthcare partnerParticipate in emergency planning and serve as a key leader during emergency situationAddress and resolve resident and family concerns in a timely and professional mannerSupport specialized programming, including memory care and individualized service planningWhy Join Ginger Cove?Competitive salary: $135K-$150KConsistent, stable leadership scheduleMission-driven, resident-focused environmentSupportive executive team and collaborative cultureOpportunity to lead and shape high-quality care deliveryIf you’re ready to lead with integrity, drive clinical excellence, and make a lasting impact in senior living, we want to hear from you.Job Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Gerontology, or related field (Master’s preferred).Current Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) license required.Current Assisted Living Manager certification or ability to obtain.Minimum 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in a senior living, CCRC, or healthcare environment, including oversight of skilled nursing operations.Strong knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid, CMS regulations, and long-term care requirements.Experience with Quality Assurance and regulatory compliance programs.Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a complex healthcare environment.Strong financial management, budgeting, and operational analysis skills.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Experience with electronic health records, operations software, and Microsoft Office Suite.Benefits & Perks:At Ginger Cove, we value our team and offer a strong benefits package:• Medical, dental, and vision insurance• Retirement plan with employer match• Paid time off (accrual-based)• Tuition assistance & scholarship programs• Employee referral bonus program• Annual bonus opportunities• Employee recognition programs• Additional voluntary (ancillary) benefitsGinger Cove is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Ginger Cove will not tolerate harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classifications.