Health and Wellness Director - RN or LPN

Cogir Management, USA • Wenatchee, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities across 11 states. They are a trusted leader in senior housing, dedicated to growth while maintaining a commitment to exceptional resident care and a supportive, growth-focused environment for their team members. Cogir's culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence. The Health and Wellness Director (LPN/LVN or RN) is an integral part of the management team, working closely with the Executive Director to ensure resident health and wellness. This role involves performing initial and ongoing assessments of residents' physical and psycho-social needs, coordinating with other departments for quality care, and interacting with employees, residents, families, vendors, and professional contacts. The Director provides training, supervision, and coaching to the clinical team, helps build a positive atmosphere, and is responsible for day-to-day clinical operations while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

Requirements

• An LVN/LPN or RN nursing license in good standing.
• Current state-required certifications, such as First Aid, CPR, and any other applicable credentials.
• Proficient in computer literacy and good knowledge of the Microsoft suite.
• At least four (4) years working in geriatric nursing, including experience with medication administration, delivery systems, and pharmacies.
• At least two (2) years in a supervisory/management role; experience with budgets, staff development, training, and scheduling.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Proficient computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft suite.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends, holidays, and overtime to meet the position's requirements, with the capacity to be on-call 24/7.
• Meet all mandatory health requirements according to state regulations.
• Has compassion and a special interest in working with the senior population.

Nice To Haves

• An associate degree or higher in nursing is preferred, or a combination of education and experience.
• Additional coursework in management is an asset.
• Experience in Memory Care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster a resident-centered approach to planning and delivering services, supporting residents' rights to participate in decision-making and treating residents with dignity and respect.
• Assess residents' health, functional, and psychosocial status, initiate individualized service plans, proactively manage care and services for each resident, and maximize their opportunity to remain in the assisted living or memory care environment.
• Establish and maintain the medication program.
• Oversee all hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment of licensed nursing staff (LPN/LVN), Med Techs/CMA/CNAs, and all Care staff.
• Provide hands-on training, supervision, and staff development.
• Communicate regularly with residents' families regarding health care needs.
• Maintain current departmental policies, procedures, and licenses, following company, Federal, State, and local requirements.
• Ensure resident records and charting are current and up to date.
• Participate in the management team's marketing efforts by representing the community in a positive manner to outside agencies.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program, Generous Employee Referral Program and more.
• Exceptional Clinical Support - backed by national and regional expertise, you're never alone.
• Internal processes for license protection.
• Tuition reimbursement - for additional coursework, multi-state licensure, and more.
• In-state relocation assistance is available.
• Transportation stipend may be available (position-specific).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree