Director of Health & Wellness; RN​/LPN

Overview

Discover Your Purpose with Us at The Palms of Mount Pleasant!

As Director of Health & Wellness
, you ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day.

As the Director of Health & Wellness
, your role includes overseeing the clinical and care services for our community. You ll lead a team of licensed nurses, care managers, and support staff to ensure residents receive exceptional care and service in accordance with state, federal, and organizational standards. Through leadership, communication, and compassion, you will foster a culture of clinical excellence and resident-centered care.

• Status: Full Time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; flexibility for department needs and shared on-call rotation
• Location: Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
• Rate of Pay: $80,000–$90,000 annually (Exempt – Salaried) +10% Annual Target Bonus

Nestled just outside of Charleston, South Carolina,
The Palms of Mount Pleasant offers a warm, coastal setting where residents and staff thrive together. Now under new management by Discovery Senior Living, the community is preparing for an exciting period of growth and transformation with a multi-phase capital improvement project. As Director of Health & Wellness, you ll lead a compassionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and regulatory excellence in both Assisted Living and Memory Care.

This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a beautiful, revitalized environment that values leadership, collaboration, and resident-centered care.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies and ownership standards
• Oversee assessments, service plans, and resident health documentation in accordance with state requirements
• Monitor clinical outcomes, implement corrective action, and lead quality improvement initiatives
• Partner with the Executive Director and department heads to align resident health and safety goals with community operations
• Maintain open communication with residents and families regarding changes in care or health status

• Lead the clinical team in providing exceptional care, including wellness checks, medication management, and service plan updates
• Ensure resident service plans are accurate and updated to reflect current health status
• Partner with physicians, pharmacy consultants, and allied providers to ensure continuity of care
• Support education and engagement of residents and families in the care process

• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise nurses, care managers, and other clinical team members
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities for staff
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and a culture of compassion and service excellence
• Ensure adequate staffing levels, competency training, and clinical supplies to meet resident needs

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing in the current state required
• Minimum 1 year of Health & Wellness leadership experience
  , including at least 1 year of direct Assisted Living and/or Memory Care management experience (not solely general healthcare).
• Must hold a current South Carolina LPN license
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• Strong understanding of South Carolina state regulations governing Assisted Living and Memory Care communities.
• BLS Certification required
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage a clinical team
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems
• Participation in on-call and Manager on Duty (MOD) coverage required

• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) and more for eligible positions
• Thrive in a purpose-driven environment that puts residents first
• Join a collaborative, supportive leadership team that values your voice
• Build meaningful…