Director of Nursing Supportive Living (RN or LPN)

Job title: Wellness Director / Director of Nursing (RN or LPN) - Supportive Living Location: Lake County, IL Pay: $90,000 - $95,000 per year, based on licensure and experience Job type: Full-time About the role An established supportive living community in Lake County, IL is hiring a Wellness Director to lead its nursing and wellness department. You will oversee resident care, supervise the clinical team, and keep the community survey-ready. RN preferred; experienced LPNs are encouraged to apply. This is a hands-on leadership role for a nurse who wants autonomy, a manageable resident population, and real support from regional clinical leadership. What you'll do Direct day-to-day resident care and wellness services Complete and oversee resident assessments, service plans, and change-of-condition follow-up Hire, train, schedule, and supervise nurses and CNAs Oversee medication management, including order processing, audits, and pharmacy communication Maintain compliance with Illinois Supportive Living Program regulations and lead survey preparation Communicate with physicians, families, and outside providers such as home health and hospice Lead staff in-services and competency checks Monitor quality outcomes, including falls, infections, and hospitalizations, and drive improvement Share in the on-call rotation for clinical questions What we're looking for Current Illinois RN license (preferred) or LPN license in good standing 2+ years of nursing experience in assisted living, supportive living, long-term care, or skilled nursing 1+ year of supervisory or nurse management experience Working knowledge of state regulations and the survey process Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills Comfort with electronic health records What we offer Salary of $90,000 - $95,000 per year Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and paid holidays 401(k) / retirement plan Dedicated regional clinical support Monday-Friday with on-call clinical support Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Allure