Nurse Administrator
Company: SISTERS OF ST FRANCIS
Location: Stella Niagara
Posted on: April 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: We have AMAZING Benefits for Full Time Employees *
FREE Medical Insurance (no premium) for the FT employee * FREE
Lunches * FREE Parking * 2 Weeks paid Vacation per Year * 12 Paid
Sick Days per Year * 2 Paid Personal Days per Year * 12 Paid
Holidays per Year * Annual Raise * Employee Appreciate Events and
more! Nurse Administrator Job Description Date: March 2026 Title:
Nurse Administrator Job Status: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt
(Salaried) Reports To: Provincial Department: Administration Job
Summary The Nurse Administrator is responsible for the overall
leadership and management of administrative and nursing functions
of the Health Center, including the medical, mental, and physical
care of Sister patients. This is a small 30 bed nursing facility
with a small, assisted living level of care unit as well. This role
oversees the planning, organization, development, implementation,
monitoring, and evaluation of Health Center policies, procedures,
and programs. The Nurse Administrator serves as a professional
leader to staff and as an educator and advocate for patients,
ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care in
alignment with the organization's mission and philosophy. Essential
Duties and Responsibilities Administrative and Nursing Leadership
(95%) * Provides overall direction and supervision of Health Center
operations in accordance with established administrative policies
and procedures. Supervises all Health Center staff. * Collaborates
with PACE and Hospice managed care administration to coordinate
physical and medical care for Sisters enrolled in these programs.
Communicates all changes in health status in a timely manner. *
Develops goals and objectives for the Health Center consistent with
the organization's Mission Statement and philosophy. * Responds to
requests from the Nurse Manager and nursing staff for assistance in
assessing, evaluating, and supporting residents. * Ensures that
each patient receives appropriate assistance with activities of
daily living. * Provides direct support to nursing units as needed
and remains available to assess, counsel, and advise Sisters
regarding physical, mental, and emotional concerns. * Responds to
healthcare needs of Sisters who are not residents of the Health
Center. * Establishes standards of care and defines shift
responsibilities. * Develops, implements, maintains, and annually
reviews nursing policies, procedures, and job descriptions in
accordance with accepted professional standards. * Identifies
educational needs in collaboration with the Nurse Manager and Human
Resources Administrator. Presents or arranges educational programs
for residents and staff as appropriate. * Ensures the availability
of emergency, fire, and safety procedures and training. Develops
and oversees Health Center fire drill scenarios. * Conducts
supervisory rounds at least quarterly on all shifts, including
weekends, to evaluate nursing staff performance. Reviews patient
charts, Medication Administration Records (MARs), and report sheets
to ensure quality of care. * Participates in an on-call rotation
with the Nurse Manager to address emergencies and provide clinical
guidance and support to nursing staff. * Meets formally with Health
Center support staff at least monthly. (ex. Pastoral care,
activities and minister of community life) * Schedule regular
community meetings with resident sisters. * Coordinate staff
meetings. * Collaborates with the Council Liaison on current and
future planning, including review of health conditions and
treatment plans for Sisters. Meets monthly with the Council
Liaison. * Oversees hiring, performance evaluations, documentation,
and employment actions. Works with the Nurse Manager to ensure
consistent evaluation and discipline practices in accordance with
personnel policies. * Prepares weekly staffing schedules for the
Health Center, monitors staffing utilization, and adjusts as
necessary. * Completes payroll on a regular basis and analyzes
payroll data for budgetary impact. * Oversees and supports the
bookkeeper in preparation of the annual budget. Reviews
year-to-date budget reports on a monthly basis. * Prepares and
submits capital needs requests for the Health Center to the
provincial budget committee. * Evaluates equipment and supply
needs, determines cost-effective procurement methods, and
establishes policies to ensure adequate availability. *
Participates in continuing education to maintain current knowledge
of nursing administration and geriatric nursing practice. *
Establishes and maintains written policies and procedures to ensure
the safe, effective use, distribution, control, and administration
of medications. * Participates in the leadership team and serves on
committees as assigned by the Council Liaison. * Collaborates with
the Food Service Director to ensure balanced nutrition, special
diets, and appropriate nutritional supplements. Other Duties (5%) *
Performs additional duties as requested by Provincial leadership.
Annual Salary Range $110,000 - $120,000 Requirements: Required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Strong verbal and written
communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively and
respectfully with diverse individuals. * Demonstrated ability to
make sound clinical decisions in emergency situations, medication
administration, and technical nursing processes. * Flexibility in
work schedule, including availability outside regular business
hours. * Proficiency in report writing, documentation, and
organization of materials. * Basic computer proficiency. * Ability
to manage stress related to time constraints and working with
multiple stakeholders while maintaining a positive, professional
demeanor. * Strong interpersonal skills, including conflict
management, problem-solving, team building, time management, and
organizational skills. * Commitment to and passion for the mission
of the Sisters of St. Francis. * Ability to handle highly
confidential and sensitive information with discretion. *
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a wide range
of audiences. * Excellent judgment and decision-making skills. *
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical
journals, financial reports, and legal documents. * Proven
organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage
multiple priorities and effectively engage staff and peers. *
Strong attention to detail, initiative, follow-through, and
collaborative teamwork. Qualification Standards * Bachelor's degree
in nursing with a minimum of five (5) years of clinical, nursing
management, or supervisory experience. * Minimum of five (5) years
of experience in geriatrics and supervision, demonstrating
leadership, communication, and collaboration with Sisters and
healthcare professionals. * Current New York State Registered Nurse
(RN) license in good standing. Physical Requirements - The position
requires the ability to sit, stand, stoop, bend, lift, carry, and
perform repetitive movements, primarily related to computer and
administrative work. The role may require extended hours and
flexibility to respond to changing needs, including providing
medical staffing guidance on a 24-hour basis. All essential
functions must be performed safely without undue risk of injury, or
with reasonable accommodation as applicable. Compensation details:
110000-120000 Yearly Salary PI7f047a8e1cf9-29400-39974892
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