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Job description
Make a Difference Every Day in Senior Living
Looking for a rewarding job in senior care where your work truly matters? At Americare Senior Living, you'll build relationships, support residents, and be part of a team that feels like family.
Who We Are
Trusted senior living provider with 40+ years of experience
Guided by our RISING values: Respect • Integrity • Servant Heart • Inspire • Nurture • Growth
Known for Hometown Hospitality and small, family-like communities
Recognized as a Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces in Aging Services
Why Join Americare
Make a daily impact in resident care and quality of life
Work in a supportive, team-focused environment
Build meaningful relationships with residents and coworkers
Join a culture focused on respect, compassion, and connection
Flexible scheduling options to support your lifestyle
Benefits & Perks
Competitive pay + annual increases
Daily pay access (get paid when you need it)
Paid time off (PTO)
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities
Free meals during shifts
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, or PRN status.
Start your career in senior living today and make a difference at Americare. Apply now.
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
What You Bring
Licensure
Current state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
Experience
Proven nursing leadership experience, preferably in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care
Skills
Strong clinical knowledge and leadership capability
Ability to balance administrative responsibilities with hands-on clinical oversight
Sound judgment, organization, and decision-making skills
Collaboration
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work closely with staff, administrators, residents, and families
Commitment
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
Physical Demands
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.
Join Americare Senior Living and lead with compassion while driving clinical excellence in our Assisted Living Community. Take the next step in your nursing leadership career and make a meaningful difference every day.
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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Worksite address
joplin, MO, 64804, US
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