Director of Nursing Supportive ; RN or LPN

Job title: Wellness Director / Director of Nursing (RN or LPN) - Supportive Living

Location: Lake County, IL
Pay: $90,000 - $95,000 per year, based on licensure and experience
Job type: Full-time

An established supportive living community in Lake County, IL is hiring a Wellness Director to lead its nursing and wellness department. You will oversee resident care, supervise the clinical team, and keep the community survey-ready. RN preferred; experienced LPNs are encouraged to apply.

This is a hands-on leadership role for a nurse who wants autonomy, a manageable resident population, and real support from regional clinical leadership.

• Direct day-to-day resident care and wellness services
• Complete and oversee resident assessments, service plans, and change-of-condition follow-up
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise nurses and CNAs
• Oversee medication management, including order processing, audits, and pharmacy communication
• Maintain compliance with Illinois Supportive Living Program regulations and lead survey preparation
• Communicate with physicians, families, and outside providers such as home health and hospice
• Lead staff in-services and competency checks
• Monitor quality outcomes, including falls, infections, and hospitalizations, and drive improvement
• Share in the on-call rotation for clinical questions

• Current Illinois RN license (preferred) or LPN license in good standing
• 2+ years of nursing experience in assisted living, supportive living, long-term care, or skilled nursing
• 1+ year of supervisory or nurse management experience
• Working knowledge of state regulations and the survey process
• Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills
• Comfort with electronic health records

• Salary of $90,000 - $95,000 per year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) / retirement plan
• Dedicated regional clinical support
• Monday-Friday with on-call clinical support

Equal Opportunity Employer.