Wellness Director - Nurse

Brookdale Senior Living in; Wake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a Wellness Director to oversee clinical services and ensure high-quality care for residents. The role involves managing a team of nurses, building relationships with families and healthcare providers, and enhancing resident satisfaction. Ideal for experienced nurse leaders looking for career advancement in a purpose-driven organization.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Bonuses

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day clinical services and ensure residents' healthcare needs.
• Supervise and mentor licensed nurses and direct care staff.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Leadership

Technology Skills

Education

State Nursing License (LPN/LVN or RN)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wellness Director - Nurse (Finance)

Manages the day-to-day clinical services of the community to ensure residents' healthcare needs are met. Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity and maintains quality care as residents' healthcare needs evolve. Supervises, provides leadership, coaching, and mentorship to licensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community. The HWD level for each community is determined based on the total complexity of the role, including factors such as size, product lines, medication management regulations, assessment requirements, licensure, regulatory complexity, and skilled services requiring an RN.

Recognitions

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

About the Director of Nursing Position

At Brookdale, you will utilize your leadership qualities to inspire, lead, and manage the clinical team to provide the highest quality of care. You will build relationships with residents, families, physicians, and healthcare providers for coordinated, personalized care. You will collaborate with community leadership, mentor staff, and enhance resident and family satisfaction.

Brookdale supports Nurse Leaders through:

1. Structured six-week orientation, online resources, local nurse mentors, and ongoing support.
2. Tuition reimbursement to develop clinical expertise and leadership skills.
3. A network of nearly 700 communities across 40 states for support and relocation assistance.

Ideal Candidate

This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse leader seeking career advancement or an experienced Director of Nursing eager to join a purpose-driven organization where you can contribute meaningfully.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required education and state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN).
• Valid driver's license.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience, with clinical leadership experience preferred.
• Strong technology skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and electronic documentation.

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

Our Culture

At Brookdale, relationships and integrity are central to our culture. We foster a welcoming, inclusive environment where residents and staff thrive. Our values—passion, courage, partnership, and trust—are reflected daily. Join us to grow professionally and personally.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, life insurance, adoption assistance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, voluntary benefits, tuition reimbursement, bonuses, and more. Full-time associates are eligible for additional benefits; temporary associates may participate in certain programs.

Veterans, active duty military, and spouses are encouraged to apply. We support naturalization fees for eligible associates after one year of service.

The application window closes within 30 days of posting.