Area Director of Wellness (RN)

Join Our Team as an Area Director of Wellness! 

Are you a detail-oriented clinical leader who thrives on supporting residents, mentoring care teams, and ensuring top-quality health outcomes? Dimensions Living is looking for an Area Director of Wellness to lead with compassion and clinical excellence over four of our communities in Kenosha, Cudahy, and Oconomowoc. If you’re ready to take the next step in your nursing career in a team-focused environment, we want YOU on our team! 

At Dimensions Living, we’re all about making lives better—whether it’s for our residents, clients, or the incredible people who work with us (that’s you!). We believe in the power of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor®, and we bring those values to life every single day. 

Now, let’s talk about YOU and why you’ll love this role: 

What You’ll Do (AKA: Your Superpowers) 

Lead Medication Management: 

• Oversee and inspect medication administration and documentation.
• Investigate and resolve all unadministered medication events (PCC code 13).
• Audit medication storage and carts monthly (ensuring correct dating, expiration, labeling, etc.).
• Monitor medication refrigerator logs and ensure temperature compliance (36–46°F).
• Delegate and supervise medication passers; oversee narcotic counts per policy.
• Evaluate resident capability for self-administration and ensure all required documentation is in place.
• Support compliance with HDG medication error policies and ensure corrective actions are followed. 

Support Clinical Assessments & Resident Documentation: 

• Participate in assessments and updates per DHS 83.35, ensuring medical needs and medication goals are clearly defined.
• Ensure care level documentation and service plans reflect changes in condition.
• Complete quarterly psychotropic medication reviews in compliance with state regulations.
• Maintain accurate records for bed rail usage and associated documentation. 

Champion Compliance, Quality & Risk Management: 

• Follow up on clinical quality action plans and Plans of Correction.
• Assist with determining appropriate residency placement using assessments and RYG grid.
• Partner with the Executive Director in preparing State Reportable event documentation.
• Monitor incidents involving resident injuries and verify follow-up actions.
• Ensure required annual documents (e.g., H&Ps, TB screenings, med lists, advance directives) are current and uploaded in PCC.
• Verify legal documentation is accurately reflected in the resident record.
• Ensure timely completion of vaccination clinics and communicable disease screenings for residents and staff. 

Educate & Empower the Care Team: 

• Lead staff education sessions including:
  • Standard precautions
  • First aid and choking protocols
  • Fire safety procedures 

• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for LPNs and community nurses.
• Support care staff with resident condition changes or clinical questions. 

Be a Hands-On Clinical Leader: 

• Step in as a floor nurse as needed, especially during emergencies or staffing gaps.
• Provide support with direct care and medication administration if needed. 

What You Bring to the Table (Besides Clinical Skill) 

Education & Licensure: 

• Current RN license in the state of employment required.
• CPR certification and strong knowledge of infection control best practices required. 

Experience & Expertise: 

• 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in an assisted living or long-term care setting.
• Familiarity with DHS 83 regulations and the service plan development process is a plus. 

Skills & Competencies: 

• Excellent documentation, auditing, and regulatory compliance skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Skilled in coaching and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. 

Professional Traits: 

• Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care.
• Calm under pressure, organized, and proactive.
• Enthusiastic about mentoring others and improving care quality every day. 

Perks & Benefits (Because You Deserve It!) 

• Competitive salary & flexible scheduling
• Paid time off & health benefits for qualifying team members
• Career development opportunities & ongoing training
• A supportive, mission-driven team that values your leadership every day 

Join Our Team – Here’s How the Process Works:

1. Apply Online: Submit your application and tell us about your experience.
2. Screening: A recruiter will connect with you within 24–48 hours if we see a match.
3. First Interview: Meet with leadership and explore how you can make an impact.
4. Skills Review: Showcase your clinical knowledge and walk through a few practical scenarios.
5. Final Interview: Meet the team and learn more about your future role.
6. The Decision: If we’re a great fit, we’ll extend an offer and welcome you to the family! 

Dimensions Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.