Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing (DON) / Health & Wellness Director

Charter Senior Living – Chattanooga, TN
$65,000 – $75,000/year | Full-Time | Leadership Role

Charter Senior Living is seeking a compassionate, experienced Director of Nursing / Health & Wellness Director to lead clinical operations in our Chattanooga community.

This is an ideal opportunity for an LPN leader who is passionate about resident‑centered care, team development, and regulatory excellence. In this role, you will oversee nursing services, support staff performance, and ensure residents receive high‑quality, personalized care.

Our mission —
To Enhance the Human Spirit — guides how we care for residents and how we support our team members every day.

• Oversee all nursing services in Assisted Living and Memory Care
• Ensure accurate resident assessments and individualized care plans
• Monitor resident health status and coordinate with physicians
• Maintain medication management and clinical documentation standards
• Support infection control and quality assurance initiatives

• Supervise and coach nurses, caregivers, and medication aides
• Support staffing, scheduling, and team development
• Foster a positive, accountable clinical culture
• Partner with the Executive Director and department leaders

• Maintain state and federal regulatory compliance
• Ensure survey readiness and policy adherence
• Monitor incident reports and implement corrective actions
• Promote resident safety and satisfaction

Required

• Active LPN license (state of Tennessee or eligible)
• Prior experience in senior living, assisted living, long‑term care, or skilled nursing
• Previous leadership experience (DON, Resident Care Director, Health & Wellness Director, or similar)

Preferred

• Assisted Living or Memory Care leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of state regulations
• Experience with care planning and clinical systems

• $65,000 – $75,000/year
• Free medical insurance plan available
• Medical, dental & vision coverage
• Paid training, PTO & holiday pay
• Perfect attendance bonus (up to $100/month)
• Referral bonus program
• Career growth opportunities
• Stable schedule and supportive leadership
• Workplace where your clinical expertise is valued

• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Ability to assist with resident transfers (up to 80 lbs of force)
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the shift
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and blood borne pathogens