Regional Health and Wellness Specialist - PNW

Company Overview

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 13 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, the company is dedicated to growth while maintaining a commitment to exceptional resident care and a supportive, growth‑focused environment for team members. The culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence.

Position Overview

The Regional Health and Wellness Specialist is a licensed nurse who supports clinical operations across assisted living and memory‑care communities within an assigned region. Reporting to the Director of Care Services, the role provides clinical project support, training, onboarding, and operational assistance to Community Health and Wellness Directors and care teams, while ensuring regulatory compliance and high‑quality resident care. The position requires frequent travel and may follow either a 10‑day‑on, 4‑day‑off schedule or a Monday‑Friday schedule, depending on community needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on‑site clinical support to assisted living and memory‑care communities within the assigned region.
• Serve as an operational resource to Health and Wellness Directors and Executive Directors to maintain strong clinical systems and processes.
• Provide temporary leadership coverage during vacancies, leaves of absence, or leadership transitions.
• Assist communities in evaluating resident care needs and developing safe, appropriate care strategies.
• Support implementation of clinical initiatives, quality‑improvement programs, electronic health records, and clinical documentation.
• Assist with clinical integration during acquisitions, transitions, or new community openings.
• Monitor project progress and collaborate with community leadership to ensure timely implementation.
• Conduct clinical compliance reviews, internal surveys, and audits to ensure adherence to state regulatory requirements.
• Prepare communities for state licensing surveys and regulatory inspections; develop corrective action plans as needed.
• Recruit, onboard, and train clinical team members, including Health and Wellness Directors, medication technicians, and care staff.
• Deliver hands‑on training on medication management, resident assessments, care planning, infection control, regulatory compliance, and clinical documentation.
• Partner with Learning & Development to support regional clinical education initiatives.
• Mentor Health and Wellness Directors and community clinical leaders; assist with complex resident care situations and care plan development.
• Collaborate with community leadership to identify solutions to care challenges and support resident retention.
• Participate in clinical reviews for resident admissions and transitions of care.
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor clinical operations and ensure consistent care practices across communities.

Requirements

• Education and Certifications
  • Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Registered Nurse (RN) required.
  • Active, unrestricted license in Oregon (or willingness to obtain).
  • RCFE Administrator Certification preferred for California‑based positions.
• Experience
  • Minimum 5 years as a Health and Wellness Director or similar leadership role in a licensed assisted living or memory‑care community.
  • At least 3 years of supervisory experience managing clinical or care staff.
  • Experience supporting multi‑community operations preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of state‑assisted living regulations and survey processes.
• Competencies and Skills
  • Strong clinical training and mentorship abilities.
  • Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to build relationships across all organizational levels.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems.
  • Willingness and ability to travel frequently across the assigned region.
  • Compassion for and commitment to serving the senior population.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Special Requirements
  • Ability to travel to Cogir communities within the assigned region up to 100% of the time.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with generous bonuses.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Exceptional clinical support backed by national and regional expertise.
• Multiple licensed nurses per community for collaboration and coverage.
• 24‑hour after‑hours support and on‑call burses.
• Internal processes for license protection.
• Tuition reimbursement for additional coursework, multi‑state licensure, and more.
• Transportation stipend (position‑specific).

Pay

Salary range: $125,000 – $130,000 per year.

Schedule

100% travel required. Work schedule follows either a 10‑day‑on, 4‑day‑off rotation or a standard Monday‑Friday schedule, depending on community location and operational needs.