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Health Wellness Assistant Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Kensington Senior Living

Wellness Nurse

Reston, VA · On-site

Participate in Health Maintenance Meetings and interdisciplinary care conferences. * Maintain ... Must be able to lift and/or assist with items or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. * Requires ...

Kensington Senior Living, LLC

Wellness Nurse

Reston, VA · On-site

$110K - $115K/yr

Participate in Health Maintenance Meetings and interdisciplinary care conferences. * Maintain ... Must be able to lift and/or assist with items or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. * Requires ...

Civic Works

Wellness Nurse

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$35 - $37/hr

The Wellness Nurse does not provide direct medical care, diagnosis, or treatment, and does not ... other health care providers, as necessary and appropriate to assist with self-care disease ...

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How much do health wellness assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for health wellness assistant in Silver Spring, MD is $20.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.01 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Health Wellness Assistant vs Health Coach?

AspectHealth Wellness AssistantHealth Coach
CredentialsCertifications in basic health support, CPR, first aidCertifications in health coaching, behavior change, nutrition
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, wellness centers, community health programsPrivate practice, gyms, wellness centers, online platforms
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, hospitals, clinicsWellness companies, fitness centers, private clients

While both roles focus on health and wellness, a Health Wellness Assistant primarily supports healthcare teams and assists with basic health services. In contrast, a Health Coach actively guides clients through behavior changes and personalized wellness plans. The roles often overlap in certifications and work environments, but their focus and responsibilities differ significantly.

How to become a health wellness assistant?

To become a health wellness assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with knowledge of health and wellness practices. Relevant skills include communication, empathy, and familiarity with health tracking tools or software. Some positions may require certification in first aid, CPR, or health coaching, depending on the employer's requirements.

What are the easiest health wellness assistant jobs to get?

Entry-level health wellness assistant positions are generally the easiest to obtain, often requiring minimal experience and focusing on basic administrative or support tasks. These roles may include assisting with client check-ins, scheduling, or providing basic health information, and sometimes require a high school diploma or certification in health-related fields. They typically offer flexible schedules and serve as a stepping stone to more advanced roles in health and wellness.

Health and Wellness Nurse - Full-Time Day Shift

Potomac, MD • On-site

Byron House
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Potomac, Maryland
Job Summary:
Implementation, coordination andsupervision of all aspects of a comprehensive Health, Wellness and ClinicalProgram which addresses the needs of all Assisted Living Residents inaccordance with Victory Housing, Inc. Policies and Procedures, COMAR 10.07.14and Board of Nursing Regulations and Standards.
Oversight includes:
Providenursing assessments, care planning, care oversight and quality assurance forall residents. Maintain all charts toinclude, progress notes, identification of nursing interventions, treatments and assessments. Implement a Wellness Program to include weekly scheduled resident Health and Wellness Check-ups, to assure a proactive and preventative clinical approach. Oversight and coordination of all third partyvendors to include but not limited to Podiatrists, Dentists, Lab, Pharmacy,Home Health, Hospice etc. Fulfil therole of Clinical Leader in the community asan essential manager, resident advocate, case manager, delegating andpracticing RN.
Reports to : Executive Director of Assisted Living Community
Supervises : Supervision and implementation of health, wellness and clinical programs
Areas of Responsibilities :
  • Ensure thatthe attainment of Victory Housing's Mission Statement takes precedence over alldecisions and actions
  • Assume theresponsibilities of the Case Manager/Delegating Nurse as defined in the COMAR10.07.14 Regulations
  • Responsible for all aspects ofPharmacy and Medication Management. Responsiblefor the monthly change-over of medication cards; accuracy of monthly medicationdelivery from Order to MAR; training staff on new medications, parameters,orders and special conditions; as well as updating the Emergency Sheet(electronically and hard copy). Criticalareas of responsibility are to be delegated

  • In conjunction with the Assistant Director, responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, mentoring, training, evaluating and managing each MedicationTechnician. Each Medication Technician is working under the license of the Health/Wellness/Delegating RN. Oversight and management of medication administration must be in adherence to the Nurse Practice Act as well asFederal, State and local regulations
  • Writing in all orders from physicians into the POS/MAR according to VHI policy

  • Making daily/weekly checks of MAR (EMR/Hard Copy) to ensure proper administration and documentation
  • Maintain overall quality of the resident care program in accordance with all local, stateand federal regulations and the highest standards of nursing practice
  • Work closely with all staff as RN on issues. Proactively intervene whenever a status change is assessed

  • Implement a comprehensiveHealth and Wellness Program designed to proactively address physical, psychosocial and rehabilitative needs of the residents. Include quality assurance and outcome measures which monitor trends andanticipate potential problem areas
  • Schedule weekly Check-ups with each resident to monitor all aspects of the resident's conditionand intervene as indicated. Review Medications, Fall Risk, Vital Signs, Weights, Nutritional Status, Skin Assessments and as well asoverall Clinical, Psychological and Social Status Changes. Record information on Wellness AssessmentForms, in Progress Notes (weekly) and Community Log (as needed)

  • Maintainregular communication with resident, family (in absence of ED) and physician onindividual health care issues. When astatus change is identified, be the primary liaison with healthcare professional including pharmacy, lab and Hospice etc
  • Activelyparticipate in monthly care planningmeetings, Quality Assurance Meetings, Family Clinical Reviews, and Hospicemeetings etc
  • Actively participate in RSD. Report all resident statuschanges, follow-up actions and next steps. Educateas needed. Participate in Monthly Staff Meetings and provide In-service Training as requested by ED

  • Coordinate (in conjunction with ED) dietary needs with FSD and environmental needs with the MaintenanceTech
  • Assist the ED/AD with identifying and resolving employee concerns, complaints,grievances and issues
  • Assists the ED in completing 90-day and annual performance reviews. When requested by ED, will assist in counseling caregivers and medication technician
  • Available 24/7 to support clinical needs of the Residents

  • Direct thecommunity programs for infection control, quality assurance, outcomesmonitoring and other oversight programs
  • Review all resident chartson a regular basis, checking for content, clarity, completeness andappropriateness of care. Responsiblefor the quality of all resident charts, including compliance with applicableregulations and the highest standards of nursing practice
  • Instruct caregiving staff on clinical and nursing issues
  • Assess each prospective Resident prior to move-in. In partnership with ED, recommend appropriateness of placementand level of care
  • On day ofmove-in or within 24 hours, meet with the resident to discuss: baseline, start clinical chart and review/establish care needs and schedule incoordination with ED/AD/RSD

  • Complete clinical componentsand follow-up of resident individualservice plans with the ExecutiveDirector and the caregiving staff. Completereassessments and service plans for residents as needed. Responsible for completing all assessments as mandatedvia COMAR Regulations
  • Coordinateservices of outside agencies providing health care or other assistance toresidents, including home health agencies, physical therapists, hospice,laboratories, durable medical equipment suppliers and other professionalservices
  • Review andsign-off on Incident Reports with the Executive Director and AssistantDirector. Establish intervention anddocumentation of follow-up
  • Attend classes, seminars and meetings. Maintain a high level of knowledge regarding current nursing theory, trendsand regulatory changes
  • Scheduled hours are from 10:00 - 6:30 or 9:00 - 5:30 based on community preference. The schedule must be set and adhered toconsistently
  • In the absence of Executive Director and Assistant Director, the Health/Wellness/ Delegating Nurse isresponsible for the day to day operations of the community
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications :
Must be agraduate of an accredited school of nursing with three years experience innursing, preferably in geriatric services. Musthold a current Maryland license as a registered professional nurse. Baccalaureate degree in nursing or related health field with geriatric emphasis preferred. Must have successfully completed the 20Hour Delegating Nurse Course within 60 days of employ.
Requirements:
Must be current on all vaccinations including COVID- 19 andreceive CDC recommended booster doses.

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