Wellness & Nursing Director – Assisted Living (LPN)
Americare Senior Living
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Job summary
Americare Senior Living is seeking a Director of Nursing (Health & Wellness Director) – LPN for Maple Tree Terrace in Carthage, MO. This full‑time role pays $55,000–$60,000 and leads a clinical team to deliver resident‑centered care in an assisted living setting.
You will oversee all nursing services, supervise staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with leadership to guide assessments, care planning, and medication management while fostering a safe, home‑like environment for
Qualifications
- Current LPN license is required.
- Experience in assisted living or long‑term care is preferred.
- Strong leadership and clinical oversight skills are essential.
Responsibilities
- Oversee nursing services and clinical supervision of all staff.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and Americare standards.
- Lead assessments, care planning, medication management, and staff development.
Skills
Education
Job description
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Join Maple Tree Terrace senior living by Americare as Director of Nursing!
Are you an LPN with a passion for compassionate leadership?
Community: Maple Tree Terrace
Community Type: Assisted Living
Location: Carthage, MO
Shifts Available: Days
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: Starting at $55,000–$60,000 salary
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Join Maple Tree Terrace senior living by Americare as Director of Nursing!
Are you an LPN with a passion for compassionate leadership?
Help us deliver exceptional care to our residents in our assisted living community.
Enjoy total compensation of salary plus bonus potential and be a part of a fulfilling journey where you can truly make a difference!
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Enjoy total compensation of salary plus bonus potential and be a part of a fulfilling journey where you can truly make a difference!
Are you looking to have fun while making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors?
Who We Are
At Americare, our RISING Team Values guide everything we do:
Respect
- Integrity
- Servant Heart
- Inspire
- Nurture
- Growth
We’ve been consistently certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services, and named one of the 2025 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report.
Why Join Americare?
- Impactful Work: You can make a difference every day, receive plenty of hugs, and be the one to put a smile on the faces of our residents.
- Supportive Community: You can be part of a compassionate team that truly values teamwork and respect.
- Career Growth: Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, we offer exciting opportunities for you to advance both professionally and personally.
- Fun and Engaging Environment: Work hard and have fun in an inclusive environment where you'll create lasting friendships and experience unforgettable memories.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that fit your life.
- Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
- Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
- Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
- Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
- Tuition Assistance: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams!
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and so much more...
- Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
- 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions
Your Role as the Health & Wellness Director (LPN)
Assisted Living / Memory Care
As the Health & Wellness Director, you’ll lead the clinical team to ensure exceptional, resident-centered care within our Assisted Living community. You’ll oversee all nursing services, providing clinical supervision and leadership while maintaining compliance with state, federal, and Americare standards.
Working collaboratively with community leadership and interdisciplinary teams, you’ll guide assessments, care planning, medication management, and staff development. Your leadership plays a key role in fostering a safe, home-like environment while supporting the well-being of both residents and team members.
This Role May Also Be Known As
LPN Director of Nursing, Assisted Living Nurse Manager, Memory Care Nurse Leader, Clinical Nurse Supervisor, or Wellness Director.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee the clinical supervision and administration of all nursing services
- Implement, maintain, and revise nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures as needed
- Provide clinical guidance and leadership to nursing staff, including LPNs, CNAs, and other care team members
- Collaborate with community administrators to ensure staff receive required orientation, training, and ongoing education
- Conduct regular resident assessments and ensure all required documentation is accurate and up to date
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and Americare regulations
- Manage medication systems to ensure regulatory compliance and resident safety
- Support quality assurance efforts by maintaining community standards and assisting with inspections
- Promote a safe, respectful, and home-like environment for residents
Licensure
- Current state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
- Proven nursing leadership experience, preferably in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care
- Strong clinical knowledge and leadership capability
- Ability to balance administrative responsibilities with hands-on clinical oversight
- Sound judgment, organization, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work closely with staff, administrators, residents, and families
- Passion for senior care
- Alignment with Americare’s Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality philosophy, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values
- Dedication to supporting a high quality of life for residents
- Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
- Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance
- Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
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