Assistant Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

About LakeHouse Senior Living

LakeHouse Senior Living operates care and lifestyle-focused Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across five states, serving approximately thousands of residents and families. Guided by our Pillars of Excellence, LakeHouse fosters a culture of connection, authenticity, and purpose where residents feel at home and Team Members feel inspired to learn, grow, and lead.

As part of one of the largest senior living families in the United States, LakeHouse communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2027. LakeHouse is a place where purpose thrives, culture unites us, and opportunity is always present. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

Discover Your Purpose with Us at  Franciscan Manor !

As Assistant Director of Health and Wellness , you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

Your Role:

As the Assistant Director of Health and Wellness , your role includes supporting the Director of Health and Wellness in coordinating resident health and wellness, overseeing personal care staffing, and ensuring compliance with clinical standards and state regulations.

Position Highlights:

• Status: Full Time
• Location:   Franciscan Manor
• Rate of Pay: Competitive based on experience 

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with the Director of Health and Wellness to coordinate and oversee clinical operations and resident care
• Create and manage schedules for personal care staff, ensuring adequate coverage and timely posting
• Respond to staffing call-offs, filling shifts or stepping in personally to maintain appropriate staffing levels
• Ensure community compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to clinical care and safety
• Participate in resident assessments and service planning, ensuring care needs are accurately documented and regularly reviewed
• Collaborate with department leaders to evaluate changes in resident service needs and levels of care
• Maintain communication with residents’ families and responsible parties regarding health updates or changes in care
• Administer or observe medications and treatments in compliance with state medication administration regulations
• Promote resident independence, dignity, and safety through daily interactions and personalized care
• Respond promptly to resident, family, or staff concerns, reporting to the Director of Health and Wellness as needed
• Participate in change-of-shift reporting, incident reporting, and monthly service plan updates
• Support infection control, biohazard handling, and general health and hygiene standards across the community
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:

• Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN), as required by state regulations
• Experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care preferred
• Two (2) years of nursing experience preferred, with at least one (1) year in a supervisory or management role
• Strong assessment, triage, and medication administration skills
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to resident-centered care, safety, and wellness

Why Join Us

Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2027!

A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members.

Find out what makes working at Discovery unique in the world of senior living. Discover Your Purpose!

Our Culture & Values

So often, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who we are and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we’re unified by certain, core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make up the fabric of our company, and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY.

Individually, they are our virtues, and together, they make up a roadmap which helps us foster innovation and success.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness-related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 

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.

Agency Policy

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies. Please refrain from contacting hiring managers directly.

Employment Scam Warning

We only post jobs on our official careers site and accept applications through that platform. We do not conduct interviews via text or social media or ask for personal or banking information.

Regulatory Compliance & Background Screening

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access.

Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members.

Employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicants will be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: