Eden Vista Greendale, a proud member of Vista Senior Living, is seeking a compassionate and driven Director of Wellness RN to lead our clinical team and help create an exceptional experience for our residents and caregivers alike.
At Eden Vista Greendale, we believe senior living should feel like home. Our mission is rooted in compassion, dignity, and personalized care, and we are looking for a nurse leader who shares those values and is passionate about supporting both residents and staff.
Why Join Eden Vista Greendale?
- Supportive and collaborative leadership and regional team
- Established and trusted senior living community
- Beautifully maintained CBRF Campus
- Opportunity to lead, mentor, and grow a strong caregiving team
- Resident-centered culture focused on compassion and dignity
- Meaningful relationships with residents and families
- Stable organization with growth opportunities within Vista Senior Living
- Positive team environment where your leadership truly matters
We are proud to have a strong leadership team supported by an experienced Assistant Director of Wellness (LPN) and three dedicated Resident Care Coordinators. All caregiver and medication passer positions are fully staffed aside from a few PRN shifts. This role offers the unique advantage of joining a well‑established, fully supported care environment.
Position Summary
The Director of Wellness RN oversees the day-to-day clinical operations of our assisted living and memory care community. This leader is responsible for ensuring high-quality resident care, supporting and developing clinical staff, and fostering a positive and organized care environment. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, an engaged leader, and a compassionate nurse who thrives in a collaborative setting and leads by example.
What You'll Do
- Lead and oversee daily clinical operations to ensure exceptional resident care and regulatory compliance
- Supervise, coach, mentor, and support caregiving and clinical staff
- Partner with the Resident Care Coordinator(s) and leadership team to maintain strong clinical operations and staffing support
- Promote a positive, team-oriented culture focused on resident well-being and quality outcomes
- Support caregiver education through orientation, ongoing training, and clinical guidance
- Monitor resident health needs, changes in condition, and service plans while maintaining communication with physicians and families
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of nursing assessments, documentation, incident reports, and care plans
- Participate in resident evaluations, admissions, and transitions of care
- Collaborate with hospice, home health, and other healthcare partners to ensure continuity of care
- Lead or participate in resident care meetings and quality improvement initiatives
- Help create a calm, organized, and compassionate environment for residents, families, and staff
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois
- Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience, preferably in Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-Term Care, or senior living
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of geriatric nursing practices or willingness to learn
- Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused approach to care
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Skills & Requirements
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrates professionalism and excellent customer service
- Reliable attendance and flexibility to support operational needs
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and move throughout the workday
- Participation in Manager-on-Duty rotations every 5th week
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