Director of Health & Wellness (RN/LPN)

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.

Your Role:

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.

Position Highlights:

• 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

Why You'll Love This Community:

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.

What You’ll Do:

Clinical Leadership & Compliance

• 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

Resident Care & Services

• 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

Team Leadership & Development

• 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

Qualifications:

• 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.
• 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
• [Insert if applicable: Participation in rotating on-call schedule required]
• [Insert if applicable: Manager on Duty (MOD) coverage required on evenings/weekends]

Why Join Us?

• 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 connections and create lasting impact for residents and their loved ones

Benefits You’ll Enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• Early access to earned wages before payday!
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid training
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Meals and uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6,500 residents nationwide.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

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