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, an AgeWell Solvere Living managed community, is currently hiring for our beautiful senior living community located in Richardson, TX. We offer both Assisted Living and Memory care services to our residents and are located in a multiplex area which allows for easy access to the community by public transportation such as bus and train transportation. The location of this community allows residents and team members alike to enjoy the big-city-style living while also offering the feeling of a close-knit community. At Monarch Richardson we believe in offering personalized services to our residents to provide them the ability to live a purposeful and stimulating life in a community that feels like home. If you have a passion for working with seniors and helping them to live a joyful, purposeful life that enhances and encourages their total well-being please apply today! As a certified Great Place to Work for 6 years in a row, AgeWell Solvere Living proudly offers: * Medical, Dental and Vision benefits * Company-paid Life Insurance * Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * Paid Time off and Holidays * 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan At AgeWell Solvere Living we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - you can learn more about our philosophy by clicking on the link below: Our Declaration for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (https://solvereliving.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Solvere-Living-Declaration.pdf) Responsibilities: The Assistant Wellness Director (AWD) is responsible for assisting the Wellness Director (WD) in the administration of nursing services. He/she assists in directing, planning, and coordinating the services and activities of professional nursing and auxiliary nursing personnel in rendering resident care. The Assistant Wellness Director will participate in interpreting policy and regulations to all nursing personnel and ensure compliance. Responsibilities include assisting in: analysis and evaluation of nursing and related services rendered to ensure quality of resident care; oversight of resident healthcare service’s needs, including the overall medication delivery system and the coordination of in-service training for the Wellness department; contributes directly and positively to the team approach to quality resident care by attending to and assisting with a variety of physical, emotional, and social needs to help residents maintain the highest level of independence possible. * Provides assistance to ensure clinical services are provided in accordance with state regulations, accepted clinical standards, and Community policies and procedures. * Assists in the coordination and management of nursing and personal care associate services provided to residents. * Provides nursing services to residents: * Resident Instruction * Wellness Counseling * Health Promotion * Disease Prevention * Provides care and services to residents whose conditions are chronic and stable. * Verifying resident’s medication regimen with physicians or healthcare practitioners for Residents who require supervision. * Provide assistance to Residents with activities of daily livin

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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 — 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 — 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 — 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 — 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 — TYPE B

1493 Richardson Drive, Richardson, TX 75080

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