Director of Nursing - Assisted Living

Brookdale Wornall Place; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookdale Wornall Place is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead the clinical team, ensuring high-quality care for residents. This role involves building relationships with residents and healthcare providers, mentoring staff, and managing clinical operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and relevant nursing experience. Brookdale offers a supportive environment with professional growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Early Wage Access

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience; clinical leadership experience preferred.
• Required education and licensure to obtain a state nursing license.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily clinical services ensuring quality care.
• Lead, supervise, and coach licensed nurses and care staff.

Skills

Leadership

Technology Skills

Communication

Education

State Nursing License (LPN / LVN or RN)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

About the Director of Nursing Position

As Director of Nursing at Brookdale, you will utilize your leadership qualities to inspire, lead, and manage the overall operation of the clinical team to provide the highest quality of care and services for our residents. You will proactively build relationships with residents, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers to coordinate exceptional personalized care. You will consistently collaborate with community leadership, mentor and engage your associates, and build resident and family satisfaction.

Brookdale supports our Nurse Leaders through :

• Structured six-week orientation, online resources, local nurse mentors, and ongoing collaborative support.
• Tuition reimbursement to support your clinical expertise and leadership skills development.
• A network of nearly 700 communities across 40 states to support potential relocation.

This is a great opportunity for a strong nurse leader seeking to advance their career or an experienced Director of Nursing looking to join a reputable, mission-driven organization where you can make a difference.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required education and licensure to obtain a state nursing license (LPN / LVN or RN).
• Valid driver's license.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience; clinical leadership experience preferred.
• Strong technology skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and electronic documentation.

Visit careers.brookdale.com to learn more about Brookdale's culture, benefits, and other job opportunities.

Enriching lives...Together.

At Brookdale, relationships and integrity are at our core. We foster a welcoming, inclusive community where residents and staff thrive. Our values of passion, courage, partnership, and trust guide our daily work. If this resonates with you, consider joining our award-winning team.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. We offer opportunities for professional growth, health and wellness programs, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans.

Part and Full Time Benefits

• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Referral program
• Early wage access (outside CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits like ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Benefits

• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Company life insurance
• Disability insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits

Base pay will be determined based on experience and skills. Full-time employees are eligible for bonuses. Temporary staff may participate in the 401(k) plan but are not benefits-eligible.

We encourage veterans, military spouses, and transitioning military personnel to apply. Brookdale supports naturalization fee reimbursement for qualified associates.

The application deadline is approximately 30 days from posting.

Responsibilities

Manage daily clinical services of a complex community, ensuring residents receive respectful, dignified, and quality care as their needs evolve. Lead, supervise, and coach licensed nurses and care staff. May oversee additional clinical leadership team members. The community's complexity level depends on factors like size, services, medication management, regulatory requirements, and licensure specifics.