Job Description

Director of Health & Wellness – LPN

Location: Lehigh Acres, FL

We offer an annual salary of $60k plus bonus 

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies—one of the top two largest senior living operators in the United States. We specialize in managing and enhancing vibrant senior living communities nationwide, delivering excellence through innovation, lifestyle personalization, and operational strength. Together, we serve more than 6,500 residents across the country.

Lehigh Acres Assisted Living, located in Lehigh Acres, FL, is hiring a  Director of Health & Wellness to lead the clinical team in our community.

Your Role: Director of Health & Wellness

As Director of Health & Wellness, you will oversee the health, safety, and wellness of all residents in the community. This hands-on leadership role requires a clinical expert who can manage compliance, guide staff, communicate effectively with families, and ensure residents receive the highest level of compassionate care. You’ll serve as the clinical leader and primary liaison between residents, families, physicians, and the broader team.

What You’ll Do

Clinical Oversight & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure the community remains compliant with all federal, state, and local regulations related to clinical care

• Lead the collection, analysis, and reporting of clinical incidents and trends, implementing improvement plans as needed

• Collaborate with the Administrator and team leaders to uphold resident health and safety standards

• Partner with pharmacy consultants to ensure optimal medication management and pharmaceutical care

Resident Care Management

• Oversee resident assessments and the development of personalized service plans, including updates related to health status changes

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly resident updates and changes in condition reporting

• Coordinate with other departments on changes in services or medications and ensure care plans reflect those updates

• Maintain communication with residents' families/responsible parties regarding care changes and health concerns

• Notify the Business Office of any fee adjustments due to changes in care needs

Leadership & Team Support

• Supervise LPNs, CNAs, and other care team members to ensure delivery of consistent, high-quality care

• Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to clinical team members, upholding company policies and regulatory standards

• Create and manage monthly clinical staffing schedules

• Participate in the clinical on-call rotation as needed

• Ensure adequate medical supplies are available and maintained

Community Engagement & Communication

• Serve as a clinical representative during community awareness and outreach efforts

• Participate in leadership meetings and collaborate cross-functionally with department heads

• Contribute to ongoing education by assisting with training or presentations as requested

What You Bring

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in good standing

• Minimum of 1 year in a nursing leadership role (senior living experience preferred)

• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

• Strong communication, organizational, and team leadership skills

• A proactive and resident-centered approach to care

Why Join Us?

• Full benefits package available (medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k, and more)

• Work in a purpose-driven, resident-first environment

• Be part of a collaborative and supportive leadership team

• Make a lasting impact in the lives of residents and families

Benefits You’ll Enjoy:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay with early access to earned wages, flexible scheduling, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and growth opportunities, meals and uniforms (where applicable), and additional perks such as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer time off, and wellness-related benefits.

About Discovery Senior Living

Discovery Senior Living is one of the largest senior living operators in the U.S., with over 350 communities and 35,000 homes across nearly 40 states. Backed by three decades of award-winning experience, Discovery leads a family of companies—including Discovery Management Group, Integral Senior Living, Provincial Senior Living, Morada Senior Living, TerraBella Senior Living, LakeHouse Senior Living, Arvum Senior Living, Discovery Development Group, Discovery Design Concepts, STAT Marketing, and Discovery at Home. With 19,000 dedicated employees and an innovative “Experiential Living” philosophy, Discovery is recognized for its leadership in performance, lifestyle customization, and senior living innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants:  This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

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