Veterans Home Administrator

Description:

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is seeking an experienced and licensed Veterans Home Administrator to lead operations at its award-winning Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls. This full-time, onsite executive-level role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of U.S. military veterans by overseeing long-term healthcare services in a state-run facility known for excellence and compassion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure high-quality care and compliance with standards from the Minnesota Department of Health, CMS, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

• Lead, supervise, and guide a multi-disciplinary management team to fulfill the agency’s mission and deliver fiscally responsible, top-tier care.

• Effectively administer collective bargaining agreements and ensure staff performance, satisfaction, and safety.

• Oversee and manage the facility’s fiscal operations and budgeting with strong accountability.

• Serve as the primary liaison to community stakeholders, advocating for veterans’ healthcare and facility needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active and good-standing Nursing Home Administrator license from any U.S. state, with the ability to obtain Minnesota licensure through MN BELTSS by the date of hire.

• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a healthcare setting, specifically as a licensed Nursing Home Administrator managing human resources, budgets, and quality assurance.

• Proven ability to direct large teams, handle multiple ongoing projects, and maintain high performance standards in regulatory and clinical environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• U.S. Military Veteran status

• Master’s degree in a related field

• Two or more years of experience as a licensed Nursing Home Administrator

• Experience leading in a unionized healthcare setting

• Understanding of veteran-specific healthcare needs and VA Home & Community-Based Services

• Strong recruitment and workforce development skills

Additional Requirements:

• Written eligibility confirmation from MN BELTSS (if licensed outside MN)

• Successful completion of background checks, including employment and criminal history

• TB screening prior to employment

Incentives & Benefits:

• $15,000 New Hire Bonus (eligibility dependent)

• Potential relocation expense reimbursement

• State of Minnesota benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

  • Pension plan and 401(k)

  • Parental leave and fertility care

  • Professional development and career training

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This role offers not only a chance to lead a highly respected veterans’ care facility but also the satisfaction of contributing to the well-being of those who served our country.