Health and Wellness Director (LPN) Assisted Living

SummitView Terrace Assisted Living•Kansas City, MO

13d

About The Position

The Health & Wellness Director (LPN) leads the clinical team and oversees nursing services in an assisted living community that may include memory care. The director provides clinical supervision and leadership while ensuring resident-centered care and compliance with state, federal, and Americare standards. Working with community leadership and interdisciplinary teams, the director guides resident assessments, care planning, medication management, and staff development, and helps foster a safe, home-like environment that supports residents and team members.

Requirements

Current state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Proven nursing leadership experience, preferably in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care.
Strong clinical knowledge and leadership capability.
Ability to balance administrative responsibilities with hands-on clinical oversight.
Sound judgment, organization, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work closely with staff, administrators, residents, and families.
Passion for senior care.
Alignment with Americare’s Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality philosophy, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values.
Dedication to supporting a high quality of life for residents.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed.
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance.
Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Responsibilities

Oversee clinical supervision and administration of all nursing services.
Implement, maintain, and revise nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures as needed.
Provide clinical guidance and leadership to nursing staff, including LPNs, CNAs, and other care team members.
Collaborate with community administrators to ensure staff receive required orientation, training, and ongoing education.
Conduct regular resident assessments and ensure required documentation is accurate and up to date.
Manage medication systems to ensure regulatory compliance and resident safety.
Support quality assurance efforts by maintaining community standards and assisting with inspections.
Promote a safe, respectful, and home-like environment for residents.