Wellness Director (LPN/RN) | Director of Nursing | Assisted Living
American House Senior Living Communities
Kansas City, Missouri
Posted Aug 31 · Not open to new grads
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Role
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Assisted Living
- Accepts
- LPN
- Experience
- 3+ years
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Wellness Director (LPN/RN) | Director of Nursing | Assisted Living
Lead with Compassion. Make a Difference Every Day.
American House Senior Living is hiring an experienced Wellness Director (LPN or RN) to lead our clinical team and oversee resident health services in our assisted living community.
If you're an experienced Director of Nursing (DON), Resident Care Director, Assisted Living Nurse Manager, Clinical Director, or Wellness Director , this is an opportunity to lead a dedicated team while making a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors every day.
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As the Wellness Director, you'll oversee resident care, lead and develop the Wellness team, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with residents, families, physicians, and community leadership to deliver exceptional care.
What You'll Do
Clinical Leadership
- Lead all clinical operations for the Wellness Department.
- Ensure residents receive exceptional, person-centered care.
- Complete resident assessments prior to move-in and as needed.
- Oversee medication administration and medication management.
- Coordinate care with physicians, hospitals, home health, hospice, pharmacies, and other healthcare providers.
- Serve as the primary clinical contact for residents and their families.
Team Leadership
- Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop Wellness team members.
- Build a positive, accountable, and collaborative team culture.
- Conduct performance evaluations and ongoing coaching.
- Ensure staff maintain required licenses, certifications, and mandatory education.
- Develop staffing schedules to support quality resident care.
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure compliance with state regulations, licensing requirements, and company policies.
- Lead infection prevention, medication safety, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs.
- Oversee the Medication Aide program, including delegation, competency validation, and supervision.
- Investigate resident concerns, incidents, and grievances while implementing appropriate corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and resident records.
Operations
- Manage the Wellness Department budget.
- Ensure adequate staffing, supplies, and clinical equipment.
- Partner with the Executive Director and Regional Leadership to support community success.
- Prepare reports and communicate department updates to leadership.
Qualifications
Required
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Minimum 3 years of leadership or management experience in healthcare.
- Experience supervising clinical teams.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of gerontology and senior care.
Preferred
- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience in Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, Rehabilitation, or Senior Living.
- Experience with state surveys, regulatory compliance, and clinical operations.
Why You'll Love Working at American House
- Leadership role with opportunities for career advancement
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- Supportive leadership team
- Meaningful work that positively impacts seniors and their families
- Collaborative, mission-driven culture
- Opportunity to lead a high-performing clinical team
About American House Senior Living
At American House, our mission is to enrich the lives of those we serve . We believe exceptional resident care starts with exceptional team members. Our Wellness Directors play a critical role in creating safe, engaging, and compassionate communities where residents can thrive.
If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Wellness Director, Director of Nursing (DON), Resident Care Director, Assisted Living Nurse Manager, Clinical Director, Nurse Manager, or Senior Living Nurse Leader , we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a team that's committed to making every day meaningful for our residents.
Company
Overview
Founded in 1979, American House Senior Living Communities’ vision is to provide high-quality housing for senior at a price affordable for retirees and their families. That vision of excellence has endured for nearly 40 years and expanded to serve residents at a number of senior housing communities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those we serve, providing an environment that fosters meaningful relationships. Our vision is to be an innovative senior housing company that created sustainable excellence and stakeholder value, with an unparalleled commitment to passionate care provided by compassionate people.
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Requirements
- Required
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Minimum 3 years of leadership or management experience in healthcare.
- Experience supervising clinical teams.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of gerontology and senior care.
Place
- City
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Median rent
- $1,238/mo
- Local household income
- $69,166/yr
- Metro price level
- 7% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Kansas City area index 92.5, where 100 is the national average.
Straddling the Missouri–Kansas border, Kansas City serves up world-class barbecue, jazz heritage, and wide-reaching suburbs at an easygoing pace. Fountain-lined boulevards and revitalized downtown districts give nurses a midsize metro with surprising culture—minus the coastal price tag or daily gridlock. A practical, friendly relocation choice for healthcare professionals seeking Midwestern stability.
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