Licensed Nursing Home Administrator in Training (AIT) 

Department: Operations 

Location: Skilled Nursing Facility – Optalis Health & Rehabilitation 

Reports To: Regional Director of Operations (RDO) / Vice President of Operations 

FLSA Status: Salary Exempt 

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Position Summary: 

The Administrator in Training (AIT) program is a structured leadership development role designed to prepare candidates for licensure as a Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA). The AIT will receive direct mentorship from an experienced LNHA and Regional Director of Operations while completing rotations in all departments of a skilled nursing facility. The AIT is expected to complete all state-required training, test, and obtain licensure as an LNHA within six (6) months of hire. 

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Key Responsibilities: 

• Complete state-approved Administrator in Training program requirements under supervision.
• Rotate through Nursing, Social Services, Dietary, Business Office, Human Resources, Maintenance, and Admissions departments to gain operational knowledge.
• Assistwith daily facility operations, staffing, and resident care oversight. 
• Participatein financial management including budgeting, census development, and accounts receivable. 
• Support survey readiness, compliance programs, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Engage in leadership development activities, including staff training, performance management, and customer service programs.
• Attend and activelyparticipatein corporate and facility leadership meetings. 
• Prepare and present reports on AIT program progress to preceptor and corporate leadership.
• Successfully complete the state licensing exam and obtainLNHAlicense within six (6) months of hire. 

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Skills & Competencies 

• Strong leadership potential withabilityto learn and adapt. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare operations or long-term care preferred.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills withabilityto manage multiple priorities. 

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Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field.
• Acceptance into state-approved Administrator in Training program.
• Commitment to obtain Nursing Home Administrator license within six (6) months.

Preferred: 

• Previoushealthcare or skilled nursing facility experience. 
• Master’s degree in Healthcare or Business Administration.

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Physical & Work Requirements 

• Frequent walking, standing, and interaction with staff and residents.
• Ability to travel within region for training and meetings.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed during training.

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Personal Attributes: 

• Integrity and accountability
• Resident-centered mindset
• Professionalism and discretion
• Eagerness to learn and grow
• Commitment to regulatory compliance and quality outcomes