Health and Wellness Director Bench

Brookdale Senior Living in; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookdale Senior Living is seeking a Health and Wellness Director to lead clinical teams and ensure high-quality care for residents. This role involves managerial responsibilities, mentoring associates, and fostering relationships within the community. Ideal for a strong nurse leader seeking career advancement in a mission-driven organization.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience; clinical leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the clinical team to provide high-quality care.
• Build relationships with residents, families, and healthcare providers.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Management

Communication

Education

Valid state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Health and Wellness Director Bench (Finance)

Participate in on-the-job training experiences for the Health and Wellness Director role, learn new skills about senior living, and demonstrate increasing proficiency with managerial and clinical responsibilities within the Brookdale organization. The Brookdale Bench Program prepares you to assume the Health & Wellness Director role at one of our communities, including areas such as people management, clinical management, quality care, and regulatory oversight.

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 clinical team to provide high-quality care and services for residents. You will proactively build relationships with residents, families, physicians, and healthcare providers for coordinated, personalized care. Collaboration with community leadership, mentoring associates, and building resident and family satisfaction are key components of this role.

Brookdale supports Nurse Leaders through:

1. Structured six-week orientation
2. Access to online resources
3. Mentorship from local nurses
4. Ongoing collaborative support

We also offer tuition reimbursement, a network of nearly 700 communities across 40 states, and opportunities for relocation support.

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

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN)
• Driver's license
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience; clinical leadership experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems

Visit careers.brookdale.com to learn more about our culture, benefits, and other opportunities.

Our Culture and Benefits

At Brookdale, relationships and integrity are central to our culture. We foster a welcoming, inclusive community where residents and associates thrive, driven by passion, courage, partnership, and trust.

Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, life insurance, adoption assistance, and more. Full-time benefits eligibility varies; part-time associates may participate in certain programs.

We encourage veterans, transitioning active-duty military personnel, and spouses to apply. Brookdale also offers naturalization fee reimbursement for qualified associates.

The application window closes within 30 days of posting.