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Director of Health & Wellness (LPN)

Discovery Senior Living, Bradenton, FL, United States


About Discovery Management Group

– Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose‑driven and people‑centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture‑driven leadership, we proudly serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide and growing.

Discover Your Purpose with Us at Discovery Commons Bradenton!

– As

Director of Health & Wellness , you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day. We are a small community with 36 units.

Your Role Your role includes overseeing the clinical and care services for our community. You’ll lead a team of licensed nurses, care managers, and support staff to ensure residents receive exceptional care and service in accordance with state, federal, and organizational standards. Through leadership, communication, and compassion, you will foster a culture of clinical excellence and resident‑centered care.

Position Highlights

Exempt – Salaried

Salary Range: $65,000–$70,000

Annual Bonus: 10% Annual Performance Target Bonus

Hours: 8‑hour days in the community, on‑call coverage

What You’ll Do Clinical Leadership & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and ownership standards

Oversee assessments, service plans, and resident health documentation in accordance with state requirements

Monitor clinical outcomes, implement corrective action, and lead quality improvement initiatives

Partner with the Executive Director and department heads to align resident health and safety goals with community operations

Maintain open communication with residents and families regarding changes in care or health status

Resident Care & Services

Lead the clinical team in providing exceptional care, including wellness checks, medication management, and service plan updates

Ensure resident service plans are accurate and updated to reflect current health status

Partner with physicians, pharmacy consultants, and allied providers to ensure continuity of care

Support education and engagement of residents and families in the care process

Team Leadership & Development

Hire, train, schedule care managers, and other clinical team members

Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities for staff

Foster teamwork, accountability, and a culture of compassion and service excellence

Ensure adequate staffing levels, competency training, and clinical supplies to meet resident needs

Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing in the current state required

Minimum of one (1) year of nursing leadership experience; senior living experience preferred

BLS Certification required

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage a clinical team

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems

Participation in on‑call required

Systems Used

ECP (wellness)

Scheduling systems

Risk review tools

Daily check‑off forms

AOD

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Benefits You’ll Enjoy For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness‑related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

Acknowledgement of Responsibilities This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

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