Community Wellness Nurse & Clinical Educator

Job Title: Community Wellness Nurse & Clinical Educator

Department: Health Services
Reports To: AVP of Health & Wellness
FLSA Status: Exempt, $84,000 to $87,000
Schedule: Full-time , M-F 8am-4pm

Position Summary

The Community Wellness Nurse & Clinical Educator supports the health, safety, independence, and well-being of Glenmeadow residents, with a primary focus on Independent Living. This role oversees the Medication Management Program, provides wellness visits and clinical triage, and conducts clinical assessments for prospective Independent Living residents to help evaluate health needs and support a successful transition to the community.

The position serves as a clinical resource and liaison for residents, families, healthcare providers, pharmacies, and Glenmeadow teams, promoting effective communication and coordination of care. In addition, the Community Wellness Nurse & Clinical Educator leads and supports clinical staff education, in-service training, competency development, and quality improvement initiatives across Health Services and Glenmeadow at Home.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Resident Wellness & Clinical Support

• Conduct clinical assessments for prospective Independent Living residents to identify health needs, potential risks, and considerations for successful community living.
• For residents actively enrolled in the Medication Management Program, provide ongoing wellness assessments, monitor changes in health status, identify emerging needs or concerns, provide nursing consultation and health education to residents and families, and support medication reconciliation, physician orders, medication changes, prescriptions, and communication with prescribing providers, pharmacies, and internal teams.Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members regarding resident wellness concerns as appropriate.
• Support residents on the Medication Management program returning to the community following hospitalization by ensuring medication orders are received, medication cassettes are updated, and immediate wellness concerns are addressed.
• Perform wellness follow-up visits when clinically indicated and communicate changes in resident condition to the internal team.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation in accordance with community standards.
• Respond to resident emergencies and wellness concerns by providing appropriate triage, guidance, referrals, and follow-up.
• Collaborate with Care Management, Glenmeadow at Home, Assisted Living, Resident Services, and other departments to address resident wellness concerns and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
• Communicate medication changes, physician orders, and wellness updates with appropriate internal teams.
• Assist in identifying residents who may benefit from additional Glenmeadow services and communicate recommendations to the appropriate department.

• Serve as a clinical resource regarding medication management and resident wellness.
• Provide scheduled office hours for Independent Living residents and participate in scheduled clinical team meetings, manage accurate documentation for billing visits and Medication Management Program.

Staff Education & Clinical Training

• Assist with onboarding and orientation of staff related to resident wellness practices, clinical expectations, and available community health resources.
• Provide education on topics such as aging, dementia awareness, fall prevention, medication safety, infection prevention, and chronic disease management.
• Facilitate periodic clinical in-services, wellness education sessions, and staff learning opportunities.
• Serve as a nursing resource for staff questions, resident wellness concerns, and clinical decision-making support.
• Assist department leaders with competency validation, training updates, and educational initiatives as needed.

Quality Improvement

• Support initiatives that promote resident safety, high-quality services, and positive resident outcomes.
• Participate in the review of incidents, trends, and opportunities for service improvement.
• Assist with the development and implementation of best practices related to resident wellness, health education, and clinical support.
• Maintain knowledge of current nursing standards, evidence-based practices, and emerging issues in older adult wellness.
• Participate in committees and workgroups focused on quality improvement, risk reduction, and resident well-being.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Massachusetts LPN or RN license required.
• BSN preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of three years of nursing experience required.
• Experience in senior living, geriatrics, home care, care management, wellness nursing, or community-based services preferred.
• Experience providing resident education, staff training, clinical in-services, or wellness programming preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of aging-related health conditions and wellness principles.
• Understanding of person-centered approaches that support autonomy, dignity, safety, and quality of life for older adults, including individuals experiencing cognitive change.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to educate and engage residents, families, and staff.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office applications.

Core Competencies

• Resident-centered service orientation and commitment to dignity, respect, and person-centered care.
• Sound clinical judgment, confidentiality, and professional accountability.
• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with residents, families, staff, and healthcare partners.
• Collaborative approach to problem-solving, care coordination, and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Commitment to continuous learning, staff development, and quality improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout the community to meet with residents, families, and staff.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach as needed to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to use office equipment, electronic health records, and standard computer applications.
• May occasionally be required to assist in responding to resident wellness concerns or urgent situations.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a senior living community setting, including resident apartments, common areas, offices, and meeting spaces.
• The role requires regular interaction with residents, families, staff, and external healthcare providers.
• The position requires discretion, confidentiality, flexibility, and responsiveness to resident and operational needs.