Health & Wellness Director​/Director of Nursing

Overview

Career Opportunities with The Legacy at South Plains. Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

LPN/LVN Supervisory/Management experience in Assisted Living & Memory Care is required

The Legacy at South Plains is an 86-bed Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in Lubbock, TX, offering a warm, welcoming environment where residents can maintain independence while receiving personalized care and support.

We are in search of a dynamic Health and Wellness Director (HWD) / Director of Nursing (DON) who is an integral member of the management team, contributing health care leadership and expertise to promote an environment of optimal living for residents. The Health & Wellness Director will plan, organize, and direct the overall operation of clinical services in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and guidelines to foster the highest degree of quality care.

He/she will comply with all local, state, and federal regulations and focus on employee and resident safety.

As a Director of Nursing / Health & Wellness Director your responsibilities will involve Resident Care, Nursing Leadership and Regulatory Safety and Compliance including but not limited to:

• Plan, organize, and direct clinical services and nursing operations aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Lead nursing leadership, including staff recruitment, mentoring, coaching, and performance management.
• Coordinate comprehensive resident assessments and development of individualized care plans.
• Ensure medication management, audits, incident reporting, and investigations are completed in a timely manner.
• Liaise with internal staff, third-party vendors, and medical professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain safety protocols and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Assist the community during emergencies.

• Required:
  
  LPN/LVN supervisory/management experience in assisted living and memory care.
• Five years of previous management experience (preferred) in a senior care environment.
• Knowledge of standards of care for geriatric services, complex medical conditions, and promoting independence.
• Experience in geriatric nursing or gerontology; education in aging, memory decline, and behavior management is highly preferred.
• Up-to-date knowledge of safety and infection control practices.
• Experience building and leading effective nursing teams including hiring, training, and development.
• Current nursing license (LVN/LPN or RN) in good standing; RN preferred. Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.

• Strong leadership with the ability to recruit, retain, and develop staff; high judgment and diplomatic skills; ability to collaborate effectively with the team.
• Commitment to servant leadership and alignment with Pegasus Senior Living Culture.
• Ability to drive results, motivate teams, and pursue continuous improvement.

• Same-Day pay options available (FT/PT)
• Competitive benefits including medical (FT), dental (FT), vision (FT), 401(k) with company match (FT/PT), Employee Assistance, and more
• Access to various travel, restaurant, and retail discounts
• Unlimited employee referral bonuses up to $2,000 (FT)
• Career development and advancement opportunities through a nationwide mentorship program
• Continuing Education (CEU) reimbursement for all associates
• Free community meals during working hours
• PSL Cares program provides financial support to employees with health-related needs

PSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, PSL will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective associates and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with PSL.