Nurse Administrator

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 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 Starting at $110,000

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.