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American House

Senior living communities and care

Wellness Director - Assisted Living

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 5
Full-timeKansas City, MO, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Maintain a current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
  • Have at least 3 years of healthcare leadership or management experience.
  • Have experience supervising clinical teams.
  • Have knowledge of gerontology and senior care.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all clinical operations for the Wellness Department.
  • Ensure residents receive person-centered care.
  • Complete resident assessments before 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 and implement appropriate corrective actions.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and resident records.
  • 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.

Desired Qualifications

  • Hold a Registered Nurse (RN) license.
  • Have experience in Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, Rehabilitation, or Senior Living.
  • Have experience with state surveys, regulatory compliance, and clinical operations.

About the Company

American House

Senior living communities and care

American House is an operator of senior-living communities. Its communities provide independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite stays, dining, activities, and supportive services according to location. The organization serves older adults and families seeking residential options with varying levels of care. Community-based teams are supported by regional clinical, sales, facilities, human-resources, and business functions. Roles include caregivers, nurses, dining staff, activity teams, maintenance, housekeepers, sales counselors, and community leaders.

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