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DEPARTMENT:THE VISTA
POSITION TITLE:HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATOR
RESPONSIBLE TO:SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
EXPOSURE LEVEL:CATEGORY III
EXEMPTION STATUS:EXEMPT
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SUMMARY: Responsible for the planning organizing, developing and directing of the day-to-day operation of The Vista at Mission Ridge in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards governing long-term care facilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Executive Direction
Plans, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the day-to-day operation of the Assisted Living Facilities and its activities and programs
Develops, maintains and periodically updates written policies, procedures, reference materials, manuals, objectives and philosophies
Oversees and coordinates the planning and administration of operating budgets and contracts; participates in the overall fiscal planning for the organization
Manages daily administrative operations of the organization; provides direct supervision of subordinate employees including planning, assigning, and organizing work; interviews and hires
Monitors activities to ensure we are maintaining our quality improvement program.
Provides market research and analysis; prepares research-based reports and sales forecasts for senior management
Coordinates with marketing to manage occupancy for The Vista
Attends meetings and participates in various committees
Is expected to be part of the on call team
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Supervision
Hire, coach, educate, evaluate and discipline assigned employees
Identifies and arranges for training needs of staff
Complete staff performance reviews and initiate proper personnel paperwork
Responsible for oversight of the employee schedules and coverage
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Nursing
Oversees the care of all elders in assigned areas
Ensure assessments are complete for elders
Administers or facilitates administration of nursing treatments
Works closely with physicians to determine appropriate care
Responds to and leads emergency situations
Ensures complete medical records on elders
Initiates and provides monthly details to LTC Insurance Co as needed
Performs record keeping according to policies developed by St. John's United in accordance with State and Federal Regulations
Ensures assessments of Elders for determination of Assisted Living Category A, B, or C
Assists nursing staff when necessary
Promotes the Elder's well-being and satisfaction by supporting elder-centered care while working as a member of the Clinical Support Team.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Leadership
Develop referral and support relationships with Elders of all care levels
Facilitate Service Plan Meetings and other family meetings
Works closely with hospital Case Managers on appropriate discharge planning for current Elders
Coordination of appropriateness of Admissions, Discharges, and/or Transfers
Represents the facilities at weekly Case Management and Medicare Meetings as needed
Assists with tours and other marketing opportunities to families and community
Facilitates appropriate staffing levels and schedule
Participate in community activities
Manages and processes development and Quality Improvement
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Dining Services and Housekeeping
Works collaboratively with our partners to ensure that dining and housekeeping services meet expectations.
Performs other duties as necessary to ensure a pleasant atmosphere and timely mealtimes
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Safety
Obeys safety rules of St. John's Lutheran Ministries
Identifies, reports, and/or corrects obvious safety hazards
Attends mandatory safety in-services
Utilizes proper body mechanics when transferring Elders
Follows established policies and procedures when exposed to blood/body fluids
Wears and/or uses safety equipment and supplies (i.e. gait belts, mechanical lifts, personal protective equipment)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Mission/Customer Service
Supports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals
Follows the St. John's Guidelines for Customer Service:
Let the Mission be your guide
Make eye contact and smile
Greet & welcome each and every person
Seek out personal contact
Provide immediate service-listen & act
Use appropriate body language at all times
*Be gracious to each & every person
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Employee Responsibilities
Follows policy and procedures on annual TB testing.
Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations.
Attends all mandatory in-services
Attends and participates in scheduled training and educational classes to maintain
license in accord with the State of Montana
Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Requirements: Knowledge and skills acquired through completion of post-secondary education. Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel software preferred. Must possess, or be in process of obtaining a Montana Nursing Home Administrators License or a Certificate of Administration from the AL Federation within 6 months of employment. Minimum of 2 years administration experience, 5+ years preferred. Preferred Registered Nurse License.
Skills/abilities: Must possess excellent interpersonal communication, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Complexity/Difficulty: Must be able to effectively work independently and solve elder's problems and family members concerns. Must be able to delegate work to appropriate staff remembers to ensure all position responsibilities are being completed timely and accurately.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Requires minimal lifting functions. Requires moderate bending, standing and reaching activities.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office setting. No hazardous material exposure.
The examples of essential job functions identify the major duties and requirements for the performance of this job and do not identify all duties, responsibilities and requirements performed by positions in this class.