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Director of Nursing (DON) / Health & Wellness Director
Charter Senior Living – Chattanooga, TN
$60,000 – $70,000/year | Full-Time | Leadership Role
Lead Clinical Excellence in Senior Living
Charter Senior Living is seeking a compassionate, experienced Director of Nursing / Health & Wellness Director to lead clinical operations in our Chattanooga community.
This is an ideal opportunity for an RN leader who is passionate about resident-centered care, team development, and regulatory excellence. In this role, you will oversee nursing services, support staff performance, and ensure residents receive high-quality, personalized care.
Our mission — To Enhance the Human Spirit — guides how we care for residents and how we support our team members every day.
What You’ll Do
Clinical Leadership
Oversee all nursing services in Assisted Living and Memory Care
Ensure accurate resident assessments and individualized care plans
Monitor resident health status and coordinate with physicians
Maintain medication management and clinical documentation standards
Support infection control and quality assurance initiatives
Team Management
Supervise and coach nurses, caregivers, and medication aides
Support staffing, scheduling, and team development
Foster a positive, accountable clinical culture
Partner with the Executive Director and department leaders
Compliance & Quality
Maintain state and federal regulatory compliance
Ensure survey readiness and policy adherence
Monitor incident reports and implement corrective actions
Promote resident safety and satisfaction
Qualifications
Required
Active RN license (state of Tennessee or eligible)
Prior experience in senior living, assisted living, long-term care, or skilled nursing
Previous leadership experience (DON, Resident Care Director, Health & Wellness Director, or similar)
Preferred
Assisted Living or Memory Care leadership experience
Strong knowledge of state regulations
Experience with care planning and clinical systems
Why Join Charter Senior Living
$60,000 – $70,000/year
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Free medical insurance plan available
Medical, dental & vision coverage
Paid training, PTO & holiday pay
Perfect attendance bonus (up to $100/month)
Referral bonus program
Career growth opportunities
Stable schedule and supportive leadership
Workplace where your clinical expertise is valued
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs
Ability to assist with resident transfers (up to 80 lbs of force)
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the shift
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens
What Our Team Members Say
“It truly feels like a family at Charter.”
“Leadership supports what we need to succeed.”
“You can see the difference you make every day.”
Apply Today
If you are a nurse leader ready to drive quality care and build strong clinical teams in senior living, we encourage you to apply.
Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000