Monarch Communities·City of New Rochelle, New York
The Wellness Nurse provides direct nursing care to residents with a focus on holistic wellness and monitors their overall health and safety. They also supervise care staff, including CNAs, and ensure clinical quality assurance meets state and federal standards.
At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Led by the community's Health and Wellness Director (RN), our Wellness Nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who provides direct nursing care to the Residents with an emphasis on holistic wellness. They also help supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by care staff of Certified Nursing Assistants.
$38.00 - $40 Hourly Responsibilities and Duties Monitors the health, safety, and well-being of all residents Assisting in training and monitoring of medication administration Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies Maintaining clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state and local standards Promote the highest degree of service to our residents while leading and demonstrating the mission of the company Conduct thorough resident assessments
Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing, with current LPN license At least 2 years’ experience with long-term care, assisted living, home health or hospital setting preferred Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s or other related dementias Ability to handle multiple tasks Knowledge of federal and state regulations, and of nursing practices, techniques and methods applied to health and wellness resident Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell. An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. Intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents. The associate must use proper body mechanics.
Benefits Offered (for Part-Time Employees): Paid Time Off (PTO) Flexible Schedule On the job training Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free Parking Other Compensation Programs: Employee Referral Bonus Resident Referral Bonus Equal Opportunity Statement: Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Candidates must be a licensed practical nurse (LPN) from an accredited school of nursing. Preference is given to those with at least 2 years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, or hospital settings, specifically working with dementia patients.
Market context
In New York, Wellness Nurse LPN roles are often competitive because employers look for licensed candidates with long-term care or hospital experience, and Alzheimer’s or dementia experience can strengthen an application. This role may appeal to candidates seeking a steady clinical setting with PTO, an EAP, on-the-job training, flexible scheduling, and free parking. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review fit faster before applying.
