Director of Nursing

3107 Timberlake Road
Vestavia Hills, AL35243

Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City | Ellicott City, MD
Full-Time | $100,000–$110,000 Annually

Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Health & Wellness (RN or LPN) to lead our clinical services and resident care team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse leader who enjoys developing teams, maintaining high standards of care, building relationships with residents and families, and creating a positive culture for associates.

Both Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) are encouraged to apply.

• Salary: $100,000–$110,000 annually , based on experience and qualifications
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

We are a premier senior living community dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for the residents who call our community home.

Our team is committed to providing exceptional resident care while creating a workplace where associates feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

As the Director of Health & Wellness , you will provide leadership and oversight for the community's clinical operations and resident care services.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead, support, and provide clinical direction to the nursing and resident care teams.
• Help promote a positive, accountable, and team-focused culture within the clinical department.
• Ensure resident care and clinical services are provided in accordance with applicable Maryland regulations, community policies, and established standards of care.
• Participate in pre-admission assessments for prospective residents to help determine appropriate levels of care.
• Complete and oversee admission, periodic, and change-of-condition resident assessments.
• Develop, review, and revise individualized resident care plans based on assessments and changing resident needs.
• Monitor residents for changes in physical, functional, cognitive, and psychosocial condition and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, pharmacies, therapy providers, and other healthcare partners.
• Review and transcribe physician orders and ensure appropriate implementation and follow-up.
• Provide oversight of medication management and administration practices.
• Assist with physician examinations and coordination of medical, dental, laboratory, and other healthcare appointments as needed.
• Support training, education, and ongoing development of clinical and resident care associates.
• Maintain compliance with community policies, procedures, documentation requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Participate in emergency preparedness, fire safety, and evacuation procedures.
• Assist with clinical staffing and scheduling to ensure appropriate resident coverage.
• Partner with the Executive Director and community leadership team to support resident satisfaction, associate engagement, and overall community success.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support residents and the community.

• Current Maryland RN or LPN license in good standing required.
• Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in senior living, assisted living, long-term care, or a related healthcare setting preferred.
• Previous nursing leadership, supervisory, or management experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of resident assessments, care planning, medication management, and clinical documentation.
• Strong leadership and team-development…