Regional Health and Wellness Specialist - PNW- 1

Cogir Management, USA•Bothell, WA

3d•Remote

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living, a leader in senior housing with communities across 13 states, is seeking a Regional Health and Wellness Specialist. This role is responsible for supporting clinical operations in assisted living and memory care communities within an assigned region. The specialist will provide clinical project support, training, onboarding, and operational assistance to Community Health and Wellness Directors and care teams. Reporting to the Director of Care Services, this position collaborates with National Directors of Resident Care and regional leadership to ensure regulatory compliance, consistent clinical practices, and high-quality resident care. The role involves hands-on operational support during leadership vacancies, assisting with clinical onboarding and training, and implementing company-wide clinical initiatives. Frequent travel to communities is required to provide direct support and guidance. The position is guided by Cogir's core values of Excellence, Human Focus, and Creativity, aiming to strengthen clinical operations, promote compliance, and support exceptional resident care.

Requirements

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Registered Nurse (RN) required.
Must hold an active and unrestricted license in the state(s) covered by this position (or be willing to obtain).
Minimum 5 years of experience working as a Health and Wellness Director or similar leadership role within a licensed assisted living or memory care community.
Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience managing clinical or care staff.
Strong knowledge of state-assisted living regulations and survey processes.
Strong clinical training and mentorship abilities.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems.
Ability to travel frequently to support communities across the assigned region.
Compassion for and commitment to serving the senior population.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to travel to Cogir communities within the assigned region up to 100% of the time.

Nice To Haves

RCFE Administrator Certification is preferred for California-based positions.
Experience supporting multi-community operations preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide on-site clinical support to assisted living and memory care communities within the assigned region.
Serve as an operational resource to Health and Wellness Directors and Executive Directors in maintaining strong clinical systems and processes.
Provide temporary leadership coverage in communities experiencing vacancies, leaves of absence, or leadership transitions within the clinical department.
Assist communities in evaluating resident care needs and developing care strategies that support safe and appropriate care delivery.
Work alongside regional and national clinical leadership to support the implementation of clinical initiatives and operational projects.
Assist with clinical integration during acquisitions, transitions, or new community openings.
Support implementation of corporate programs related to quality improvement, care delivery systems, electronic health records, and clinical documentation.
Monitor project progress and collaborate with community leadership to ensure the timely implementation of initiatives.
Conduct clinical compliance reviews and assist with internal surveys and audits to ensure adherence to state regulatory requirements.
Assist communities in preparing for state licensing surveys and regulatory inspections.
Support the development and implementation of corrective action plans when compliance gaps are identified.
Follow up on action plans and provide additional support as needed to ensure sustained compliance.
Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and training clinical team members, including Health and Wellness Directors, medication technicians, and care staff.
Provide hands-on training to community clinical teams on topics such as medication management, resident assessments and care planning, infection control, regulatory compliance, and clinical documentation.
Ensure training programs align with state regulatory requirements and company clinical standards.
Partner with Learning & Development to support clinical education initiatives across the region.
Provide guidance and mentorship to Health and Wellness Directors and community clinical leaders.
Assist communities in evaluating complex resident care situations and developing safe care plans.
Collaborate with community leadership to identify solutions to care challenges and support resident retention when appropriate.
Participate in clinical reviews to support appropriate resident admissions and transitions of care.
Conduct periodic site visits to monitor clinical operations and ensure consistent care practices across communities.