Pay: up to $165,000 / year
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) - Elderwood at Cheektowaga
Executive Leadership Opportunity | Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation | Cheektowaga, NY
Elderwood at Cheektowaga is seeking a proven Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) to lead the overall operations of our skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities in Cheektowaga, New York.
This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced healthcare leader who understands how to balance resident care, employee engagement, regulatory excellence, census performance, and financial stewardship - while building a workplace culture people are proud to be part of. If you are an Administrator who leads with visibility, accountability, and heart, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect.
If you are a licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) who thrives in responsibility, values ethical leadership, and wants to build a stable, high-performing care environment - we’d welcome the opportunity to connect.
401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Free On-Site Parking, Friendly and supportive staff, Generous PTO & holiday package, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Facility Operations & Compliance
Oversee all daily operations of the facility in accordance with state and federal regulations
Serve as the facility’s Designated Compliance Officer, ensuring an effective and active compliance program
Maintain readiness for surveys, audits, and inspections; lead corrective action as needed
Ensure infection control, safety programs, emergency preparedness, and disaster plans are current and effective
Resident Care & Quality
Ensure residents receive high-quality care that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life
Foster interdisciplinary collaboration across nursing, therapy, social services, dietary, activities, and medical teams
Address resident and family concerns promptly, respectfully, and effectively
Promote consistent care planning, documentation accuracy, and regulatory compliance
Leadership & Culture
Lead, mentor, and hold accountable all department heads and administrative leaders
Set the standard for integrity, professionalism, service excellence, and ethical conduct
Encourage staff engagement, development, recognition, and continuous improvement
Build a culture where employees feel supported, valued, and aligned with Elderwood’s mission
Staffing, HR & Payroll Oversight
Oversee hiring, performance management, discipline, and termination of leadership staff
Ensure compliance with labor laws, FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, and HR policies
Maintain oversight of payroll accuracy, timekeeping, benefits coordination, and employee inquiries
Support training programs, orientations, and ongoing education for all staff
Financial & Census Accountability
Maintain facility census at or near capacity while supporting safe admissions practices
Control operating expenses and meet budgetary goals
Oversee payroll, billing coordination, purchasing, and financial reporting to EAI
Safeguard resident funds and ensure accurate financial documentation
Community Presence & Reputation
Serve as the primary representative of the facility to families, referral partners, regulators, and the community
Strengthen the facility’s reputation through ethical leadership, transparency, and quality outcomes
Support volunteer engagement, ombudsman partnerships, and community involvement
Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) - What We’re Looking For:
Bachelor’s Degree required (healthcare or related field preferred)
Minimum two (2) years of management experience, preferably in a nursing home or long-term care setting
Active state-specific Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) license required
Demonstrated experience in regulatory compliance, staff leadership, financial oversight, and operations
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead through trust, accountability, and clarity
A leadership style that is visible, ethical, calm under pressure, and people-centered
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Elderwood is a leading provider of care for seniors in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states. Offering a wide range of services across a continuum of high-quality facilities, Elderwood is consistently recognized for quality and value.
Service lines include independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing, with specialty services such as subacute rehab, memory care, orthopedic and cardiac rehabilitation, cardiac telemetry, wound therapy, ventilator care and oncology care. Elderwood’s affiliates provide additional services including home care, pharmacy and prescription delivery, medical transportation, and managed long-term care services.
At Elderwood, we’re not just a location providing a service—we’re people caring for people. That’s why in everything we do, we put the wellbeing of our residents and their families first. Through our comprehensive services, professional staff, and person-centered approach, we’re committed to providing the highest level of care in order to maintain our residents’ health and wellness.