LPN/RN-DON Memory Care- Bedford

Brookdale Senior Living in; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Relocation support (if applicable)

Job summary

Brookdale Oak Hollow in Bedford, TX seeks an experienced RN/LPN with director-level leadership to lead our Memory Care Health & Wellness program. You will oversee the clinical team, coordinate with families, physicians, and residents, and ensure compassionate, individualized care.

This hands-on role requires mentorship, staff development, and on-call availability, with opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Education as required to obtain state nursing license and state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN).
• Strong clinical leadership experience at director level or similar senior role.
• Passion for Alzheimer's and dementia care with hands-on engagement.
• Willingness to participate in on-call responsibilities and respond when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the clinical team to deliver high-quality care.
• Mentor, train and inspire staff; ensure accountability and retention.
• Collaborate with residents, families, physicians and care teams for coordinated care.
• Oversee operations of the memory care unit and coordinate with leadership.
• Provide coaching and support to licensed nurses and direct care staff.

Skills

RN/LPN license

Director-level leadership

Alzheimer's/dementia care

Mentor staff

On-call availability

Family collaboration

Education

Nursing license (RN or LPN)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation

Job description

LPN/RN-DON Memory Care- Bedford (Finance)

Memory Care Health & Wellness Director - RN/LPN - Brookdale Oak Hollow, Bedford, TX

Lead with Purpose. Lead with Heart.

We are seeking an experienced, licensed nurse with strong clinical leadership and Director-level experience to lead our small, stand-alone Memory Care community.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a nurse who is passionate about serving residents living with Alzheimer's and dementia and building meaningful partnerships with their families.

The ideal candidate brings proven clinical leadership, strong tenure, and a passion for mentoring and developing caregivers while creating a culture centered on appreciation, staff retention, accountability, and exceptional quality of care. You will work closely with residents, families, and the care team to ensure each resident receives compassionate, individualized care and support.

We're looking for a leader who is:

• A licensed RN or LPN with strong clinical leadership experience
• Experienced at the Director level or in a similar senior clinical leadership role
• Passionate about Alzheimer's and dementia care
• Hands-on and comfortable working directly with residents and families
• A strong mentor who develops, trains, and inspires staff
• Committed to building a culture of appreciation, retention, teamwork, and quality care
• Available to participate in an on-call responsibilities and respond when needed

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 looking to join a reputable mission and purpose-driven organization where you can make a contribution.

Qualifications & Skills

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

Enriching lives...Together. At Brookdale, relationships and integrity are the heart of our culture. Do you want to be a part of a welcoming and inclusive community where residents and associates thrive? Our cornerstones of passion, courage, partnership and trust drive everything we do and come to life every day. If this speaks to you, come join our award winning team.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

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

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

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

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are eligible for an annual bonus incentive and sales referral bonuses. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting. Manages the day-to-day clinical services of a more complex community to ensure residents' healthcare needs are met. Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity and ensures quality care as residents' healthcare needs change. Supervises and provides leadership, as well as coaching, to licensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community. May be responsible for leading additional clinical leadership team up to five members. The HWD level for each community is determined based on the total complexity of the role. Complexity criteria include, but are not limited to, factors such as size, type of product lines, medication management regulations, 90-day assessment requirements, multiple licensure requirements, state regulatory complexity, and skilled services requiring an RN.