Job Title: Administrator-in-Training (AIT) – Full Time
Organization: LECOM Institute for Successful Living
Location: Erie, Pennsylvania (may rotate among affiliated skilled nursing facilities)

Position Summary

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is seeking a motivated and career-driven Administrator-in-Training (AIT) to join our team in Erie, PA. This full-time position is designed to prepare qualified candidates for licensure and advancement into a Nursing Home Administrator role within one or more of our skilled nursing facilities.

The AIT program provides hands-on experience and structured training in all aspects of long-term care operations, leadership, regulatory compliance, and resident-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive training program under the guidance of a licensed Nursing Home Administrator/Preceptor
• Gain practical experience in all departments including nursing, dietary, housekeeping, social services, admissions, billing, and human resources
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Support quality improvement initiatives and performance management efforts
• Develop leadership, communication, and decision-making skills in a healthcare environment
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care and operational efficiency
• Participate in budgeting, financial oversight, and census development activities

Qualifications

The applicant must satisfy one of the following educational pathways for licensure:

• Master’s degree in enumerated fields from an accredited college/university.
• Applicants must complete 3 hours of Board-approved education in child abuse recognition and reporting for initial licensure.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university and completion of the Board approved 120-hour program (if nor part of the bachelor’s degree program).
• 2 academic years of college-level study (30 credits per year) at an accredited college/university and completion of the Board approved 120-hour program.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and completion of the Board-approved 120-hour program.
• A high school diploma and completion of the Board approved 120-hour program.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred) in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field
• Must meet Pennsylvania state requirements for Administrator-in-Training program eligibility
• Strong interest in pursuing licensure as a Nursing Home Administrator
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Prior experience in healthcare or long-term care is preferred but not required

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and mentorship
• Opportunity for advancement within the LECOM Institute for Successful Living network

About Us

The LECOM Institute for Successful Living is committed to providing high-quality care and services across a continuum of senior living and skilled nursing environments. Our mission focuses on enhancing the lives of residents through compassion, innovation, and excellence.