Professional Resume Template for

Nursing Home Administrator

Eleanor K. Albright

Indianapolis, IN

(317) 555-0143

eleanor.albright@email.com

linkedin.com/in/eleanor-albright | eleanoralbright.com

Professional Summary

Solutions-focused Nursing Home Administrator with a 6-year tenure directing long-term care facilities, resident clinical programs, and healthcare compliance. Managed operations for 2 nursing facilities, reducing staff turnover by 24% and improving patient satisfaction scores from 82% to 95% over a 2-year period. Expert in DHHS regulatory alignment, Medicaid/Medicare billing procedures, and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. Proficient in MatrixCare, PointClickCare, and advanced shift scheduling platforms.

Work Experience

Nursing Home Administrator — Silver Oaks Senior Living

Indianapolis, IN | January 2024 – Present

  • Supervised daily operations and 45 clinical/administrative staff at a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, increasing occupancy rates from 84% to 93% using PointClickCare CRM.
  • Directed a facility-wide Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program, reducing medication error rates by 38% through targeted staff training initiatives.
  • Managed an annual operational budget of $4.2M, renegotiating vendor contracts for medical supplies to decrease monthly procurement expenses by 14% while maintaining care standards.
  • Navigated compliance with state and federal DHHS regulations, leading annual state surveys that achieved a 95% reduction in citation count compared to regional facility averages.

Assistant Nursing Home Administrator — Autumn Breeze Care Center

Fort Wayne, IN | July 2020 – December 2023

  • Coordinated scheduling and payroll for 65 healthcare workers, reducing employee overtime costs by 22% through the implementation of OnShift scheduling software.
  • Spearheaded a family-resident integration program that boosted resident satisfaction survey ratings by 18% over a 12-month period using FeedbackLoop tracking.
  • Administered Medicaid and Medicare billing audits, identifying and resolving billing discrepancies to capture $62,000 in unclaimed annual reimbursements.
  • Facilitated safety training workshops and infection control protocols for 80+ facility staff, decreasing workplace injury claims by 29% and ensuring 100% OSHA compliance.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration

Indiana University · Bloomington, IN · 2020

Skills

Long-term care administration, QAPI compliance, PointClickCare, MatrixCare, Staff retention, Budget management, Medicaid/Medicare billing, DHHS regulations, Infection control, HIPAA compliance, Resident care plans, Strategic scheduling, Vendor negotiations

Projects

EHR System Migration

Role: Implementation Lead

Tools: PointClickCare, MS Project, Zoom

Led the transition from paper records to PointClickCare EHR for 120 residents, training 50 staff members and completing the project 2 weeks ahead of schedule.

Rehabilitation Wing Expansion

Role: Project Director

Tools: Excel, AutoCAD, Trello

Directed the planning and $750,000 construction of a new 15-bed sub-acute rehabilitation wing, completing the project 10 days early and under budget by 8%.

Certifications

  • Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) – Indiana State Board (2020)
  • Health Services Executive (HSE) – NAB (2023)
  • Certified Assisted Living Administrator (CALA) (2021)

Additional information

  • Professional Memberships: American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA)
  • Volunteer Work: Coordinator for local senior center community outreach programs (2021–Present)
  • Availability: 4 weeks notice (standard transition period for administrative roles)

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$95,000

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$145,000

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$120,000

Growth Outlook:

The demand for Nursing Home Administrators is projected to grow by 23% from 2024 to 2034, driven by the aging baby-boomer population requiring long-term care and specialized rehabilitation services. As regulatory compliance and billing systems become more complex, facilities rely heavily on administrators who can manage both clinical standards and business operations. Automated scheduling and electronic health record tools will streamline daily coordination, allowing administrators to focus on staff retention and quality of care.

23% growth over 10 years

Key Skills Required

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Daily operational management of skilled nursing facilities, including staffing, resident care, and facility maintenance || Active Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) license in good standing with state licensing board || Deep understanding of federal and state long-term care regulations, including DHHS and CMS guidelines || Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems such as PointClickCare or MatrixCare || Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million dollar operating budgets, including forecasting and vendor negotiations || Expertise in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement processes, billing compliance, and audit resolution || Experience implementing Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) programs to enhance resident care || Strong leadership skills for staff recruiting, retention, shift scheduling, and professional development || Knowledge of OSHA and infection control standards to ensure a safe environment for residents and employees || Effective stakeholder communication skills to engage with families, board members, and medical directors

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