Director of Nursing - Assisted Living - Brookdale Wornall Place

Brookdale; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead a dedicated clinical team in providing exceptional care in a vibrant assisted living community. This role emphasizes strong leadership and relationship-building skills, along with a commitment to quality and dignity in healthcare. With a supportive environment that fosters professional growth, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on residents' lives. The ideal candidate will have a robust clinical background and a passion for mentoring others in the healthcare field. Join a mission-driven organization that values integrity and collaboration.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Employee Discounts

Referral Program

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience with clinical leadership preferred.
• Education as required to obtain a state nursing license.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day clinical services ensuring residents’ healthcare needs are met.
• Supervise and provide leadership to licensed nurses and direct care staff.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Expertise

Communication

Technology Proficiency

Relationship Building

Education

State Nursing License (LPN/LVN or RN)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Documentation Systems

Job description

Director of Nursing - Assisted Living - Brookdale Wornall Place

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Overview

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 for the coordination of 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, a wealth of online resources, local nurse mentors, and ongoing collaborative support.
• Tuition reimbursement to support your clinical expertise and leadership skills development.
• Network of almost 700 communities in 40 states to support you should relocation be in your future.

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

Qualifications & Skills

• Education as required to obtain a state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN)
• Driver’s license
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience, with clinical leadership experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of technology, proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, and electronic documentation.

Visit careers.brookdale.com to learn more about Brookdale’s culture, see our full list of benefits, and find other available job opportunities.

At Brookdale, relationships and integrity are at the heart of our culture. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community where residents and associates thrive. Our core values of passion, courage, partnership, and trust drive everything we do.

If you want to work in an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, join us! We offer opportunities for career development, ongoing health and wellness programs, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Part and full-time benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages (outside CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits such as ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full-time only benefits include:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company-provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability insurance (short and long-term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, and legal plans
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay will be determined by skills and experience. Full-time associates are eligible for annual bonuses and sales referral bonuses. Temporary associates may participate in the 401(k) plan but are not benefits-eligible.

Veterans, transitioning active-duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to cover naturalization fees for qualified associates.

The application window is expected to close within 30 days of posting.

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day clinical services of a complex community to ensure residents’ healthcare needs are met with respect and dignity. Supervise and provide leadership and coaching to licensed nurses and direct care staff. May lead additional clinical leadership team members, depending on community complexity.