Overview
Seasoned nurse leader who loves variety? This one’s for you. We’re seeking a high-impact Wellness Director to support Assisted Living & Memory Care communities across multiple states.
Multi-State Role | KS; States listed for coverage: AL, OH, NC, TX.
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America\'s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.
Responsibilities
Manages the day-to-day healthcare operations of the community to ensure residents\' healthcare needs are met, with respect and dignity.
Supervises licensed nurses and other direct care staff; strengthens clinical processes within the community until a replacement is identified, then supports the new Health and Wellness Director.
Travels within the division as assigned to support management vacancy, start-up, vacations, etc.
Direct supervision of community-based licensed nursing staff (LPN/LVN, RN), Med Techs/CMAs (as required by state regulations), and/or Lead Resident Care Associates; may supervise Resident Care Coordinators and Supervisor, Resident Care.
Assigns and directs work, appraises performance, rewards and disciplines staff, and addresses complaints.
Provides training and monitoring of medication administration, including auditing medication administration records.
Provides ongoing education to resident care associates with in-services and situation-specific training.
Maintains resident charts and reviews documentation performed by care-giving staff.
Assesses health, functional, and psycho-social status; initiates individualized service plans; proactively manages care and services; evaluates effectiveness; and maximizes residents
ability to remain in their environment.
Communicates with families and associates about resident health needs and scheduled appointments.
Involved in pre-admission screening; ensures required documentation is completed prior to or upon admission; updates assessments as required by policy and Nurse Practice Act.
Performs on-site evaluations of residents and maintains contact with families to support continuity of care and return to Brookdale when appropriate.
Coordinates with other departments to ensure quality, proactive care; leads meetings relevant to resident care issues.
Ensures scheduling and follow-through for in-house ancillary services (podiatry, doctor, dental, psych visits, lab, X-ray, ambulance, etc.).
Supports quality improvement activities and safety initiatives to reduce risk; shares on-call and manager-on-duty responsibilities as required.
This job description provides an overview of responsibilities and is not necessarily exhaustive. Associates should perform duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Qualifications Education and Experience Education as required to obtain state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN). Nurse management, senior living, or post-acute care experience preferred. Basic typing skills and working knowledge of personal computing/software are required, preferably in a Microsoft Windows environment.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Requirements LPN/LVN or RN license.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing, walking, sitting
Interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Occasional weekend, evening or night work for shift coverage
Use of hands, reach with arms, on-call basis
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, and various hazards
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; travel occasionally
Vision and other senses required
Management/Decision Making Applies existing guidelines to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent and reasonableness.
Knowledge and Skills Extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function; strong understanding of the organization and work environment; working knowledge of a functional discipline.
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
About Us
Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for residents and families.
Home-like feel and comfort for residents and visiting family members.
Engaging events and gatherings for residents to connect in groups and 1:1 settings.
Industry-leading clinical care in a nationwide company with over 675 communities.
Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full-time associates are eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Temporary associates may participate in the 401(k) program. Veterans, transitioning active duty personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to advance naturalization costs for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the posting.
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Multi-State Role | KS; States listed for coverage: AL, OH, NC, TX.
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America\'s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.
Responsibilities
Manages the day-to-day healthcare operations of the community to ensure residents\' healthcare needs are met, with respect and dignity.
Supervises licensed nurses and other direct care staff; strengthens clinical processes within the community until a replacement is identified, then supports the new Health and Wellness Director.
Travels within the division as assigned to support management vacancy, start-up, vacations, etc.
Direct supervision of community-based licensed nursing staff (LPN/LVN, RN), Med Techs/CMAs (as required by state regulations), and/or Lead Resident Care Associates; may supervise Resident Care Coordinators and Supervisor, Resident Care.
Assigns and directs work, appraises performance, rewards and disciplines staff, and addresses complaints.
Provides training and monitoring of medication administration, including auditing medication administration records.
Provides ongoing education to resident care associates with in-services and situation-specific training.
Maintains resident charts and reviews documentation performed by care-giving staff.
Assesses health, functional, and psycho-social status; initiates individualized service plans; proactively manages care and services; evaluates effectiveness; and maximizes residents
ability to remain in their environment.
Communicates with families and associates about resident health needs and scheduled appointments.
Involved in pre-admission screening; ensures required documentation is completed prior to or upon admission; updates assessments as required by policy and Nurse Practice Act.
Performs on-site evaluations of residents and maintains contact with families to support continuity of care and return to Brookdale when appropriate.
Coordinates with other departments to ensure quality, proactive care; leads meetings relevant to resident care issues.
Ensures scheduling and follow-through for in-house ancillary services (podiatry, doctor, dental, psych visits, lab, X-ray, ambulance, etc.).
Supports quality improvement activities and safety initiatives to reduce risk; shares on-call and manager-on-duty responsibilities as required.
This job description provides an overview of responsibilities and is not necessarily exhaustive. Associates should perform duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Qualifications Education and Experience Education as required to obtain state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN). Nurse management, senior living, or post-acute care experience preferred. Basic typing skills and working knowledge of personal computing/software are required, preferably in a Microsoft Windows environment.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Requirements LPN/LVN or RN license.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing, walking, sitting
Interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Occasional weekend, evening or night work for shift coverage
Use of hands, reach with arms, on-call basis
Possible exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, and various hazards
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; travel occasionally
Vision and other senses required
Management/Decision Making Applies existing guidelines to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent and reasonableness.
Knowledge and Skills Extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function; strong understanding of the organization and work environment; working knowledge of a functional discipline.
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
About Us
Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for residents and families.
Home-like feel and comfort for residents and visiting family members.
Engaging events and gatherings for residents to connect in groups and 1:1 settings.
Industry-leading clinical care in a nationwide company with over 675 communities.
Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full-time associates are eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Temporary associates may participate in the 401(k) program. Veterans, transitioning active duty personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to advance naturalization costs for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the posting.
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