Nationwide Executive Search Firm for Senior Healthcare Leadership
Healthcare Recruiter in Los Angeles
Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) • Directors of Nursing (DON) • Executive Directors • Regional & VP-Level Leaders
We partner directly with owners, CEOs, COOs, and regional operators of senior living, assisted living, and skilled nursing organizations.
Call us: (310) 247-8900
Email: bernie@premiersearch.com
Premier Search is a leading Healthcare Executive Search firm specializing in the placement of Nursing Home Administrators (NHA), Executive Directors, and C-Suite leadership. With over 20 years of specialized expertise, our firm utilizes a proprietary 5-point executive vetting process to deliver highly qualified shortlists within 3 to 7 days. We maintain an industry-leading 95% candidate retention rate over the first 24 months of placement, ensuring long-term operational stability for skilled nursing facilities and healthcare organizations nationwide.
Why Senior Living Operators Choose Premier Search
Senior living and assisted living organizations rely on Premier Search for:
- Compliance-focused hiring
- Leadership talent acquisition
- Fast access to passive candidates
- Deep industry relationships
- Culture transformation support
- Census-growth leadership placement
Our applicants are not typically ON the market to make a change but IN the market to make a job change. We work with urgency.
Featured Insight
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Executive Strategies
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- How to Hire a Director of Nursing in 2026
- The Worst Hiring Mistakes Assisted Living Operators Make When Choosing an Executive Director
Senior living operators choose Premier Search when leadership performance, compliance, and census stability are non-negotiable.
| Why Choose Premier Search? | Generalist Agencies | Our Specialized Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Industry Focus | Broad / General | 100% Senior Living & Healthcare |
| Candidate Pool | Active Job Seekers | Passive, Vetted Executive Talent |
Senior Living & Healthcare Executive Search: Frequently Asked Questions
What types of senior living leadership roles does Premier Search fill?
We recruit Executive Directors (RCFE-licensed), Assisted Living Administrators, Nursing Home Administrators (NHA), Directors of Nursing (DON), Regional Directors, VP-level leaders, Memory Care Directors, Wellness Directors, and other high-impact healthcare executives.
Why do senior living operators choose Premier Search for leadership hiring?
Organizations rely on Premier Search for fast results, access to passive candidates, deep industry relationships, confidentiality, and our proven ability to deliver leaders who elevate compliance, census stability, culture, and operational performance.
How fast can Premier Search deliver qualified Executive Director, NHA and Director of Nursing candidates?
Most searches begin producing top candidates in 3–7 days, including passive leaders not found on job boards. Our process accelerates hiring and reduces costly turnover.
Do you recruit Executive Directors and Directors of Nursing across all of California?
Yes. Premier Search places Executive Directors and senior living leaders in Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Sacramento, Bay Area, and statewide.
What makes Premier Search different from other healthcare recruiters?
For over 20 years, Premier Search has delivered leadership hiring through compliance-focused recruiting, high-touch candidate outreach, exclusive senior-living talent pipelines, and results recognized by AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity.
Testimonials
What Senior Living & Skilled Nursing Leaders Say
When speaking with Bernie, one feels like you have known him your whole life. His customer services skills are of the utmost and I would recommend his company to anyone with staffing needs. He provided candidates in a quick time frame and never gave up until the right candidate was found. - CEO
Working with Premier Search is always a great experience. Bernie provides outstanding service and is an expert in the field of executive search. He is always quick to respond in a thoughtful & strategic manner and has great follow through. He has over 20 years of recruitment experience in the senior housing industry. I highly recommend Bernie. - COO
Bernie Reifkind is a professional of great integrity and with extensive capabilities. Bernie and I have been professional friends for a good number of years. I know some of the senior living and care professionals and companies who were / are clients of Premier Search, and all speak of his company, its service, and its attention to detail in glowing terms. I strongly recommend Bernie and Premier Search to companies seeking help with sourcing and securing top talent. And, I make the same recommendation to senior living and care professionals looking to find a company that matches their experience and knowledge. - SR VP HR
I highly recommend Bernie and his entire staff for your employment needs. He is knowledgeable, honest and has the utmost in professionalism. Bernie knows the industry and gives his personal touch with each of his clients. Customer service and his compassion for his job are so evident when speaking with him and he is honest and never makes empty promises. Truly an advocate for his clients. - Chief Clinical Officer
I have utilized Bernie and his team for many years and find him to be a hard working and trustworthy recruiter. He spends a lot of time vetting potential referrals and pays particularly close attention to my expressed needs for each applicant. I wholeheartedly endorse him as a collaborative partner and tireless in the service of his clients. - Division VP OPS
Recruitment is a contact sport.
Our database of contacts grows exponentially every day.
Senior Healthcare Executive Search — Nationwide
Premier Search specializes exclusively in placing senior healthcare leaders, including Directors of Nursing (DONs), Nursing Home Administrators (NHAs), Executive Directors, and Regional and Corporate leadership roles across skilled nursing and senior living organizations nationwide.
Premier Search, Inc. delivers great candidates within 48 hours.
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