Director of Nursing - Wellness Director

Brookdale Senior Living in; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living community in Vernon Hills is seeking a Director of Nursing to manage clinical services and ensure high-quality care for residents. This role involves supervising nursing staff, building relationships with families, and collaborating with community leadership. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and experience in senior living, particularly in Memory Care.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement for professional development

Structured six-week orientation

Ongoing support and mentorship

Qualifications

• Experience as Senior Living DON or Wellness Director.
• Memory Care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical services to meet residents' healthcare needs.
• Supervise and lead nursing staff.
• Build relationships with residents and healthcare providers.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Management

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Director of Nursing - Wellness Director (Finance)

Manages the day-to-day clinical services of a complex community to ensure residents' healthcare needs are met. Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity, providing quality care as their healthcare needs evolve. Supervises and provides leadership, coaching, to licensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community. May lead an additional clinical leadership team of up to five members.

The HWD level for each community is determined based on the total complexity of the role, considering factors such as size, product lines, medication management regulations, assessment requirements, licensure, state regulations, and skilled services requiring an RN.

Recognition and Community Information

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Brookdale Vernon Hills is hiring a Director of Nursing/Wellness Director for a senior living community specializing in Memory Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living.

Position Overview

As Director of Nursing at Brookdale, you will lead and manage the clinical team to provide high-quality care and services. Build relationships with residents, families, physicians, and healthcare providers for personalized care. Collaborate with community leadership, mentor staff, and foster resident and family satisfaction.

Support and Benefits

• Structured six-week orientation, online resources, local mentors, and ongoing support.
• Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• Network of nearly 700 communities across 40 states for relocation support.

Qualifications & Skills

• RN required.
• Relevant experience as Senior Living DON or Wellness Director, with preferred clinical leadership background.
• Memory Care experience preferred.

This position may include bonuses, incentives, or commissions. Visit careers.brookdale.com for more information about our culture, benefits, and other opportunities. Veterans, active duty military, military spouses, and those pursuing U.S. citizenship are encouraged to apply, with specific support programs available.