Lead Wellness Nurse (LPN)
Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 โ and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we've also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey.
This position is primarily responsible for monitoring the clinical and holistic health of Assisted Living residents, coordinating necessary services, and delivering care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation, while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. The Wellness Nurse provides person-centered care in collaboration with care partners, medication aides and interdisciplinary team.
Key duties include:
- Assign tasks to Care Partners and/or Med Techs in accordance with care plans and individual service plans.
- Functions as a clinical resource person coordinates communication with the provider and other ancillary services in order to direct resident care on a designated shift.
- Conducts daily wellness checks to monitor, evaluate and treat residents who have had a recent or ongoing change in condition, including collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
- Coordinates resident medical appointments and transportation as requested.
- Provides leadership by being a role model and providing highest quality service to customers including residents, internal customers, and partners/suppliers.
Job requirements include:
- Must be a graduate of an approved RN program.
- Must have current licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia or compact state of residence.
- Prefer a minimum of two years of nursing experience.
- Must have current CPR certification.
- Must possess ability to deal tactfully with residents, staff and family members.
A sampling of our many benefits!
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Tuition Assistance for Career Development
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plan- 401(k)
- Referral Program: Earn a bonus for referring friends and family!
- DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
- Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
- ESL classes
- Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
- Staff Emergency Grants
- UMGC 25% Discount
- BJs Membership (One Year)
- Retail Discounts (LifeMart, Verizon Wireless, Dell)
- Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More
At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day โ one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.
Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.