Health and Wellness Director - RN or LPN

Job Type: Full-time

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. We are a trusted leader in senior housing with a commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

• Exceptional Clinical Support backed by national and regional expertise.
• Internal processes for license protection.
• Tuition reimbursement for additional coursework, multi-state licensure, and more.
• In-state relocation assistance available.
• Transportation stipend may be available (position-specific).

The Health and Wellness Director (LPN/LVN or RN) is an integral member of the management team, working closely with the Executive Director to ensure the health and wellness of residents. Responsibilities include assessments, care coordination, training, supervision, and compliance with all applicable regulations.

• Foster a resident-centered approach to planning and delivering services, supporting residents' rights to participate in decision‑making and treating residents with dignity and respect.
• Assess residents' health, functional, and psychosocial status, initiate individualized service plans, proactively manage care and services for each resident, and maximize their opportunity to remain in the assisted living or memory care environment.
• Establish and maintain the medication program.
• Oversee hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions, and termination of licensed nursing staff (LPN/LVN), Med Techs/CMA/CNAs, and all Care staff.
• Hands‑on training, supervision, and staff development.
• Communicate regularly with residents' families regarding health care needs.
• Maintain current departmental policies, procedures, and licenses, following company, Federal, State, and local requirements.
• Ensure resident records and charting are current and up to date.
• Represent the community in a positive manner to outside agencies as part of the marketing effort.

• LVN/LPN or RN nursing license in good standing.
• Associate degree or higher in nursing preferred; combination of education and experience accepted. Additional coursework in management is an asset.
• Current state‑required certifications such as First Aid, CPR, and other applicable credentials.
• Proficient in computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Suite.

• At least four (4) years working in geriatric nursing, including experience with medication administration, delivery systems, and pharmacies.
• At least two (2) years in a supervisory/management role; experience with budgets, staff development, training, and scheduling.
• Experience in Memory Care is preferred.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Proficient computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends, holidays, and overtime to meet the position's requirements, with the capacity to be on‑call 24/7.
• Meet all mandatory health requirements according to state regulations.
• Has compassion and a special interest in working with the senior population.

$125,000 - $135,000 annually