Director of Nursing Supportive Living (RN or LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

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

Apply today

If you're a nurse leader who wants to make a visible difference for residents and staff, apply through Indeed. All inquiries are kept confidential, and qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days.

Equal Opportunity Employer.