Director of Admissions

Director of Admissions - Skilled Nursing Facilities (Multi-State)

Position Overview

The Director of Admissions is responsible for leading and coordinating admissions operations across our portfolio of multiple skilled nursing facilities spanning two states. This executive-level position develops standardized admissions protocols, ensures regulatory compliance across varying state jurisdictions, and drives strategic initiatives to optimize occupancy and revenue across the entire organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee admissions programs and policies for all facilities across multiple states
• Develop and implement organization-wide strategies to maximize appropriate admissions and census management
• Establish standardized best practices while accommodating state-specific regulatory requirements
• Build and maintain relationships with regional healthcare networks, hospital systems, and referral partners
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscapes, and reimbursement environments across different regions
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of facility-level admissions teams, providing guidance and support
• Create and track KPIs for admissions across all facilities, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Coordinate with regional directors to implement unified admissions protocols and procedures
• Lead training initiatives for admissions staff throughout the organization
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and varying state-specific requirements
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align admissions strategies with organizational goals
• Oversee the development and utilization of centralized admissions technologies and systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing, or related field preferred
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive admissions experience in skilled nursing facilities, with at least 3 years in multi-site management
• Demonstrated success in managing admissions across multiple facilities or regions
• Extensive knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance systems across multiple states
• Experience with healthcare regulations in multiple jurisdictions
• Strong understanding of census management and revenue cycle in skilled nursing environments
• Proven leadership ability with experience managing geographically dispersed teams
• Advanced analytical skills and proficiency with healthcare data systems
• Excellent strategic planning and implementation abilities
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills

Travel Requirements

• Frequent travel (40-50%) to facilities across multiple states
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel

Reporting Structure

• Reports directly to the Director of Operations 
• Supervises Regional Admissions Coordinators

Schedule

• Full-time executive position with flexible schedule
• Availability for virtual meetings across multiple time zones
• Weekend and evening availability as needed for urgent matters

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Additional Benefits:

• Telemedicine: $0 co-pay for telemedicine appointments, providing easy access to medical consultations from the comfort of your home.
• Unlimited Assistance: Receive unlimited support for legal, financial, childcare, elder care, and more—designed to support your personal and family well-being.
• Mayo Clinic Programs: Access exclusive programs from the Mayo Clinic, including resources for workouts, lifestyle, mental health, and diet to promote a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

These additional benefits are available to you without reducing your take-home pay!

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