RN or LPN / Healthcare Director

Highgate Senior Living; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation & sick leave

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Assistance program

Referral bonuses

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Highgate Senior Living – Vancouver, WA is seeking an RN or LPN to lead clinical services for our assisted living and memory care community. You will oversee resident assessments, medication management, and regulatory compliance while developing nursing and clinical staff who support residents daily.

Join a team that values person-first care, strong clinical judgment, and calm communication with residents, families, and providers. RN preferred; CPR/First Aid credentials required where applicable.

Qualifications

• Lead clinical services for assisted living and memory care.
• Oversee resident assessments, medication and nursing services.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee resident assessments and plan portions of service plans.
• Lead medication management and nursing services.
• Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacies, and home health providers.
• Recruit, train, coach, and supervise nursing staff.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team coaching

Regulatory compliance

EHR proficiency

Communication

Education

RN or LPN license

CPR/First Aid

Tools

eMAR systems

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

Job description

RN or LPN / Healthcare Director | Highgate Senior Living – Vancouver, WA

Compensation: $92,000–$100,000 per year

LOVE YOUR WORK. JOIN OUR TEAM.

A community, not a facility. Highgate Senior Living takes a holistic, person-first approach and encourages independence. We treat residents and team members like family. This is your opportunity to lead clinical care with purpose and positively impact the lives of seniors and their families.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Lead clinical services for our assisted living and memory care community. You’ll oversee resident assessments, medication and nursing services, clinical staffing, family and provider communication, and regulatory compliance while developing Licensed Nurses, Medication Assistants, and clinical team members who support residents each day.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Complete and oversee resident assessments and the nursing and medication portions of service plans.

Lead medication management, nursing services, treatments, and clinical follow-through within scope and policy.

Evaluate changes in condition, incidents, skin integrity, mobility needs, and other clinical concerns.

Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacies, home health, hospice, and other outside providers.

Recruit, train, coach, schedule, supervise, and support Medication Assistants, Clinical Assistants, and Licensed Nurses.

Maintain clear clinical documentation, required reporting, and compliance with state, federal, and Highgate standards.

Monitor nursing and medication-assistant labor and partner with community leadership on staffing and quality.

Communicate with residents and families about medical and healthcare concerns with clarity and compassion.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

Strong clinical judgment and confidence making independent nursing decisions.

People leadership, coaching, and team development.

Clear, calm communication with residents, families, providers, and team members.

Working knowledge of medication management, documentation, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.

Organization, follow-through, and business awareness related to staffing, labor, and supplies.

Comfort with electronic health records, eMAR systems, email, and basic Microsoft Office tools.

RELATABLE EXPERIENCE

Nursing leadership in assisted living, memory care, long-term care, or another senior-care setting.

Resident assessments, care planning, medication management, and change-of-condition follow-up.

Supervising, training, scheduling, or developing nurses and direct-care team members.

Working with physicians, pharmacies, families, home health, hospice, and other care partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

At least 21 years of age.

Current, unencumbered RN or LPN license meeting applicable state requirements; RN preferred.

Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain.

Current negative TB test.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Ability to pass required background screening.

Ability to meet applicable state and local licensing requirements for the position.

WHY JOIN HIGHGATE

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible Team Members.

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching.

Vacation, paid sick time, and holiday pay based on eligibility and applicable policy.

Paid parental and bereavement leave for eligible Team Members.

Tuition reimbursement opportunities after one year of employment, with prior approval.

Confidential Team Member Assistance Program available from your first day.

Team Member referral bonuses of up to $300 per successful referral, subject to program requirements.

Growth pathways, internal promotion opportunities, and an inclusive, values-driven culture.

Highgate Together support for Team Members in need.