Assistant Director of Nursing (Assistant Wellness Director) - (LPN)

The Monarch at Richardson · Richardson, TX Full Time
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Job Description

The Monarch at Richardson seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing (LPN) to support senior resident care. You'll assist the Wellness Director in administering nursing services and coordinating quality care for our Assisted Living and Memory Care residents.

What You'll Do
  • Assist in directing, planning, and coordinating professional and auxiliary nursing services
  • Provide nursing services including resident instruction, wellness counseling, and health promotion
  • Coordinate care management including move-in assessments, service plans, and family reviews
  • Supervise nursing personnel, conduct staff training, and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Assist residents with activities of daily living and medication verification with healthcare providers
  • Maintain on-call availability after hours for resident care issues and emergencies
Requirements
  • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN) licensed to practice in Texas
  • Four years full-time clinical nursing experience within past ten years, with at least one year in home healthcare or community health
  • Experience and passion for working with seniors
  • Physical ability to lift up to 60 pounds, push, bend, and spend long periods standing
  • Strong communication skills and ability to maintain positive working relationships
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • Company-paid Life Insurance and Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Nursing roles in senior living are fundamentally different from hospital nursing. Most positions involve building long-term relationships with the same residents over months or years rather than cycling through new patients every shift. Facilities in the DFW area typically require an active Texas RN or LVN license, current CPR/BLS certification, and many prefer at least one year of geriatric or long-term care experience.

Shift patterns vary widely β€” some facilities run traditional 8-hour shifts (day, evening, night), while others use 12-hour rotations. Weekend and holiday coverage is almost always part of the schedule. The nurse-to-resident ratio in assisted living is generally more favorable than in hospitals, but you will likely be the highest-level clinical staff on the floor during your shift, which means more autonomy and more responsibility for clinical judgment calls.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

A typical shift starts with medication pass and resident assessments. You will review overnight notes from the previous shift, check vitals for residents on your watch list, and coordinate with CNAs on any changes in condition. Mid-shift usually involves documentation, family communication, and working with physicians on care plan updates β€” often by phone or telehealth rather than in-person rounds.

Depending on the facility, you may also handle admissions paperwork, manage wound care, supervise medication techs, and respond to emergencies. The documentation load in senior living is significant β€” state surveys and compliance requirements mean thorough charting is non-negotiable. Many nurses in this setting say the most rewarding part is knowing their residents personally and being able to notice subtle changes that a rotating hospital nurse might miss.

About This Employer

The Monarch at Richardson is a Assisted Living β€” TYPE B located in Richardson, TX at 1493 Richardson Drive.

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Employer profile provided by DFW Senior Living Guide

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Nurse positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $48.76/hr ($101,421/yr). The typical range is $39.25 – $53.19/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $73,403/yr
DFW Median $101,421/yr
Experienced (90th) $129,709/yr
vs. National Median +4.0%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.

Facility Snapshot

Facility Type Assisted Living β€” TYPE B

1493 Richardson Drive, Richardson, TX 75080

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