Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Tennessee

A Healthcare Area Administrator plays a vital role in health care administration by overseeing medical facilities within a specific geographic area. Their duties often include managing staff, ensuring compliance with healthcare laws and regulations, implementing policies, coordinating medical services, and working towards improving the quality of patient care. They are also responsible for financial management for the facilities in their care, which may include budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring financial sustainability.

Important skills for a Healthcare Area Administrator include leadership, communication, problem-solving, and knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations. They should be able to work well under pressure, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and make important decisions regarding patient care and facility operation. They should hold a master's degree in health administration, public health, or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Healthcare Executive (CHE) or Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) can further enhance their credibility and expertise. Prior to becoming a Healthcare Area Administrator, a person may have roles such as Healthcare Consultant, Hospital Department Manager, or Medical and Health Services Manager.

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Director of Nursing

  • Cookeville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Cookeville, TN
  • 1 day ago

D&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right...

RN Director of Nursing $6,000 Sign on Bonus

  • Tullahoma, TN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tullahoma, TN
  • 11 hours ago

Offering $6,000 Sign on Bonus Position: Director of Nursing, RN Pay: $70000 - $85000 yearly Depending on Experience Caris Healthcare Director of Nursing, RN serves as a leader with overall...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN)

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 11 hours ago

$3500 sign-on bonus! Position Summary The RN - Assistant Director of Nursing assists the Director of Nursing (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the...

RN - Director of Nursing

  • Forest Hills, TN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Forest Hills, TN
  • 18 hours ago

Overview RN Required - Health & Wellness Director (DON) Signing Bonus Up To $2,500 Available Brookdale GreenHills Cumberland is a beautiful Assisted Living Community in Nashville, TN. Brookdale is...

Director of Nursing

  • Memphis, TN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 22 hours ago

Full job description Quince Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC is looking for a Director of Nursing to carry out their mission of to provide loving excellence in senior care. Quince Nursing...

Assistant Director of Nursing RN ADNS

  • Etowah, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Etowah, TN
  • 1 day ago

Overview Advance Your Nursing Leadership Career as an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) at Diversicare! Are you an experienced RN with a passion for leadership and a drive for excellence in...

Corporate Project Director of Nursing

  • Franklin, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 1 day ago

PURPOSE STATEMENT: The Corporate Project CNO will be supporting and traveling to Acadia facilities around the country. The Corporate Project CNO will act as the CNO/DON at facilities that have a...

Medical Director

  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago

AIDS Healthcare Foundation is public health, mission-based organization with a network of services that include healthcare centers, pharmacies and wellness clinics. We are now looking for a family...

RN - Director of Nursing

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Overview RN Required - Health & Wellness Director (DON) Signing Bonus Up To $2,500 Available Brookdale GreenHills Cumberland is a beautiful Assisted Living Community in Nashville, TN. Brookdale is...

Director of Nursing

  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Why Wellpath Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by...

Assistant Director of Nursing - Skilled Nursing Facility

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 2 days ago

HIRING IMMEDIATELY* Starting at $98,000 per year exempt/salaried position Must be able to work flexible schedule, including on-call rotation for evenings, weekends and holidays Must have...

Assistant Vice President

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES** + Manages overall clinical operations for more than 3 assigned teams/offices; develops and implements clinical objectives and initiatives. + Ensures quality...

administration, or related area + Experience working in a highly professional C-Suite setting + Experience working and making independent decisions + Experience working in a matrixed healthcare setting...

Vice President, Real-world Data & Evidence Solutions and Sales

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

Summary** The Vice President of Real-world Data & Evidence has direct responsibility and accountability for all Cardinal Health and Specialty Networks' real-world data and evidence, technology,...

Vice President/Chief Financial Officer

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 4 days ago

WittKieffer is proud to partner with East Tennessee Children's Hospital (ETCH) in their search for the next Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This role offers a unique...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.0%
Master's Degree
34.1%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
Doctorate Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
6.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Healthcare Area Administrators in Tennessee
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%


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