Job Description
Why Join Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center? At Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center, joining our team means more than accepting a position-it means becoming part of an organization that values leadership, supports professional growth, and recognizes the meaningful impact you make every day.
Supportive, team-oriented environment
Opportunities for advancement and executive leadership development
Leadership that values and listens to staff
Meaningful work where you truly make a difference
Position Overview (Nursing Home Administrator) Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and results-driven Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) to lead and oversee all aspects of facility operations. This executive leadership position is responsible for ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, financial performance, workforce development, and the delivery of exceptional resident-centered care.
As the Nursing Home Administrator, you will serve as the facility's leader and strategic decision-maker, working closely with residents, families, department heads, corporate leadership, and community stakeholders. You will foster a culture of accountability, compassion, quality, and continuous improvement while ensuring the facility remains compliant, financially sound, and focused on achieving outstanding resident outcomes.
Key Responsibilities - Provide overall leadership and direction for facility operations, ensuring exceptional resident care and operational excellence
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including CMS requirements and survey readiness standards
- Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives to drive clinical and operational success
- Develop, monitor, and manage facility budgets to ensure financial sustainability and operational efficiency
- Analyze financial performance, labor utilization, census trends, and reimbursement opportunities
- Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing department leaders and staff members
- Foster a positive workplace culture focused on employee engagement, accountability, and professional development
- Partner with clinical leadership to ensure residents receive individualized, high-quality care that promotes positive outcomes
- Oversee staffing, workforce planning, employee relations, and leadership development initiatives
- Build strong relationships with residents, families, referral sources, physicians, hospitals, and community partners
- Address resident and family concerns promptly and professionally while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction
- Support admissions, census development, and community outreach efforts
- Ensure facility preparedness for regulatory surveys, audits, and compliance reviews
- Collaborate with regional leadership to achieve organizational goals and strategic initiatives
- Represent the facility professionally within the local healthcare community and maintain a positive public image
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or a related field required
- Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field preferred
- Current Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) license in the State of Wyoming
- Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of healthcare leadership experience, preferably within a skilled nursing or long-term care setting
- Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, state regulations, reimbursement systems, survey processes, and healthcare compliance standards
- Proven experience managing budgets, financial performance, labor management, and operational metrics
- Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams and driving organizational performance
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Passion for serving seniors and improving resident quality of life
Benefits - Competitive salary
- Profit Sharing
- Care Cash Program
- 401(k)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Leadership development opportunities
- Continuing education support
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
Grow With Us At Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center, we are committed to developing exceptional leaders. Whether you are an experienced administrator seeking your next opportunity or looking to expand your impact within senior care, we provide the support, resources, and professional development opportunities necessary for long-term success.
About Us Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center proudly serves the Cheyenne, Wyoming community by providing exceptional skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, respite care, and post-acute services. Our mission is rooted in compassion, excellence, and respect as we strive to improve the quality of life for every resident we serve.
We foster a workplace culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed-professionally and personally.
Apply Today Join a team where your leadership, vision, and commitment to excellence directly impact the lives of residents, families, and employees every day. Apply today to become part of Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center.
Equal Opportunity Employer Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.
Reasonable Accommodation Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.
Physical Requirements - Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility for extended periods
- Ability to participate in facility rounds, inspections, meetings, and resident interactions daily
- Ability to respond promptly and effectively during emergencies and operational situations
- Ability to lift, carry, and transport office materials and equipment as needed
- Ability to travel occasionally for training, meetings, and organizational initiatives
Job Tags
Work at office, Local area