TABITHA'S PURPOSE: We empower people to live joyfully, age gratefully.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Administrator works in partnership with and under the direction of the Administrator to assure optimum care is provided to Tabitha's elders/residents/clients (hereinafter, "elders/clients") by functioning to support the overall operation of the Tabitha Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. This employee is responsible for assuring that government regulations and Tabitha policies and procedures are followed, and assuring that quality care for the elders/clients is being provided. Establishes and monitors an environment ensuring all clients are treated fairly, with kindness, dignity, respect, compassion, honesty, integrity, and trust. This employee strives to uphold and inspire Tabitha's LIVE Culture, Crew Code of Conduct and actively embraces Tabitha's Core Values. As a result, the employee supports Tabitha goals related to dignity, respect, independence, competence, autonomy, personal comfort, safety and security of elders/clients. In addition, the employee contributes to the success of Tabitha through ongoing collaboration with family members, direct report employees, coworkers, management, volunteers and others in the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assists the Administrator with the duties of a licensed Administrator as defined by the various regulatory agencies having jurisdiction over the Nursing Home Services program.
1. Assists in the review of financial reports and assists the departments' managers in reviewing financial reports to ensure accountability to budget and proper labor cost management
2. Performs regular rounds of the nursing home departments to monitor nursing care, operation of support departments, cleanliness and appearance, and morale of employees. During rounds the Assistant Administrator will also assure the needs of elders/clients are being addressed.
3. Maintains a working knowledge of the regulations and laws which apply to the Nursing Home and is responsible for compliance with the regulations prescribed by the various regulatory agencies and maintaining the legal standards of the facility.
4. Informs the Administrator of any problems or circumstances which may compromise the integrity of the Nursing Home or Tabitha, Inc.
5. Collaborates with Administrator to develop an adequate and efficient staffing pattern which can be readily adjusted to meet the needs of the elders/clients and assures that there is staff on duty sufficient in number and qualifications to provide the necessary patient care.
6. Assures the provision of an adequate training program for the Nursing Home staff including orientation and ongoing in-service training.
7. Negotiates, monitors, and evaluates services which are provided to the Nursing Home Services division on a contract or management basis.
8. Assists the Administrator in preparing the annual operating budget for Tabitha Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in such a manner as to meet the corporate goals and objectives. Maintains fiscal control of revenues and expenses within the parameters set by the approved operating budget. Demonstrates successful expense management:
   • Assures labor hours are within budget for all TNRC departments
   • Assures overall expenses are at or below budget for all TNRC departments
   • Assures expense variances are addressed immediately for all TNRC departments
9. Maintains a cooperative attitude with the other administrators of Tabitha, Inc. in order to facilitate the achievement of common objectives.
10. Participates in community and professional activities.
11. Participates fully as a member of Tabitha's leadership, contributing the skills, talents and abilities that are unique to the individual for the good of Tabitha. Is a constant learner, willing providing and receiving support and advice. Embraces responsibility for the success of various Tabitha initiatives, taking on fair share of workload for implementing said initiatives.
12. Fosters and maintains an effective working relationship with elders/clients and their families, with nursing home staff members, and between nursing home staff and other members of the interdisciplinary team through effective and consistent leadership.
13. Acts as a representative of the facility-being professional at all times. Maintains courteous relationship with members of management, direct reports, peers, elders/clients, family members, loved ones, members of other departments and volunteers, providing leadership, support and assistance as needed to assure achievement of departmental and corporate goals. Volunteers to assist others, seeks opportunities to serve elders/clients, loved ones, direct reports, peers and Tabitha. Assures that all direct reports do so as well.
14. Behaves as a leader, fostering staff satisfaction through effective and consistent leadership. Establishes good relationships with staff, listens to staff concerns, takes appropriate action, communicates expectations, holds employees accountable, and manages consistently, identifying and removing barriers to employee success. Contributes to the success of Tabitha employees by coaching, developing, encouraging, nurturing, mentoring, challenging, and setting an example for direct reports. This will include working with employees on correcting performance deficiencies, policy violations, or any other area of concern, and working with the Talent and Culture department to make the decision to terminate employees when such corrective action is not successful.
15. Performs work duties within the assigned work environment related to the position, as assigned by Tabitha, regardless of employee preference.
16. Prioritizes work load to assure that all essential functions are addressed effectively, making appropriate adjustments throughout each shift and each work week to meet changing and/or competing priorities when necessary. Frequently works more than 40 hours in any given work week, based on the needs of Tabitha, their department, projects and/or deadlines. Utilizes strength and stamina to carry out all essential functions safely and effectively. Willingly takes on additional duties and works as long as necessary during times of peak workload.

Tabitha's Core Values
As a member of the Tabitha team, I will...

CARE

...extend unwavering Christian compassion

CONNECT

...build relationships rooted in love, because love matters

CUSTOMER CENTRIC

...identify, clarify and anticipate needs to exceed expectations

COLLABORATE

...create an atmosphere of teamwork

CULTIVATE

...nurture an environment of innovation and growth

COURAGE

...demonstrate confidence, boldness and determination

COMMIT

...devote our time, talent and treasures

CELEBRATE

...recognize and encourage all accomplishments big and small

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to gain access to the work area and then safely perform the duties of the job while utilizing standard and specialized equipment, including but not limited to the equipment described below. Ability to move about the work area. Ability to work at a computer for hours at a time. Frequent periods of intense activity, but rare need for physical strength or physical exertion. Must have the ability to spot errors or to sense when data output contains an error. Vision and hearing within normal limits (with or without correction). Must have unrestricted lift/push/pull ability and pass a 25 - pound physical exam demonstrating strength and agility prior to employment and at Tabitha's discretion.

EQUIPMENT USAGE: Standard and specialized equipment including laptop, PC, tablet, photocopier, scanner, fax machine, elevator, projector, telephone, and television.

AGE REQUIREMENT: At least age 18.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Administrative experience in health care field preferred. One year of experience in a nursing facility of at least 80 beds preferred. Knowledge of reimbursement regulations and nursing practices and procedures preferred.

CREDENTIALS: Nursing Home Administrator's License - State of Nebraska required or willingness to apply for a provisional license and complete licensure requirements within 180 days of employment. Valid Nebraska Driver's license (unless otherwise allowed by law) and a good driving record required. Must possess auto insurance at or above Nebraska statutory requirements. Must meet Tabitha's vaccination requirements.

STATEMENT OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

Tabitha Health Care Services is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all employment practices and decisions including recruitment, selection, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, and the termination of employment.

Furthermore, Tabitha Health Care Services will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship, safety, and/or health risk. Please contact Tabitha Health Care Services Human Resources Department to request an accommodation.

As a government contractor, the organization has adopted written Affirmative Action Plans for women and minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. These plans will be revised on an annual basis. Tabitha Health Care Services is committed to making a good-faith effort toward achieving the objectives of the Plans. Any employee who would like to review the Plans may do so by scheduling an appointment with the Human Resources Department during normal business hours.