Assisted Living (AL) Program Manager

National Lutheran Communities & Services · United States

Inspire Care. Lead Excellence. Empower Community. Assisted Living Program Manager Opportunity – The Village at Rockville Salary range: $90,000 – $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated leadership performance. If you’re a nurse who’s ready to lead, influence culture, and elevate care, this is your opportunity to step into a role that actually matches your impact. At The Village at Rockville, you won’t just manage a program, you’ll set the standard. As our Assisted Living Program Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated clinical team, drive quality and consistency, and create an environment where both team members and residents thrive. This is a role for someone who brings both clinical credibility and leadership presence—someone who can build trust, hold accountability, and elevate care. You’ll be supported by a 130-year, faith-inspired, not-for-profit organization that reinvests in its people—not shareholders—so you can focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care and building a team that’s proud of the work they do every day. If you’re ready to move beyond managing tasks and start shaping outcomes, we should talk. What Makes This Role Different

• You’ll lead in a not-for-profit environment where resources are reinvested in residents, team members, and innovation
• You’ll work alongside a mission-driven leadership team grounded in values that guide thoughtful, compassionate decisions
• You’ll have the support of experienced clinicians, caregivers, and administrators who believe in collaboration to achieve excellence in care and resident satisfaction

• Clinical Excellence: Ensure high-quality, person-centered care that meets and exceeds standards.
• Team Leadership: Inspire and develop nursing staff through mentorship, education, and accountability.
• Regulatory Readiness: Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations through proactive quality improvement.
• Resident Experience: Create an environment where residents feel seen, supported, and celebrated.
• Collaboration: Partner across departments to align care, hospitality, and overall community success.

• LPN licensed required
• Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and, Adult First Aid from the American Red Cross and/or American Heart Association
• 2 years’ experience in a health care related field and successful completion of the 80-hour assisted living manager training program (Maryland only)
• Must be considerate and respectful of the rights, dignity and sensitivities of aged and disabled persons
• Must be clean and well-groomed
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing as applicable to their job responsibilities
• Background check(s) consisting of a sworn statement or affirmation and criminal history check free of barrier crimes
• Minimum 3-5 years supervisory experience in long term care facility or assisted living facility (Virginia only)
• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills; and ability to maintain confidentiality residential information
• Must be proficient with a computer to include utilizing an electronic health record (EHR) and electronic medication administration record (eMAR) as well as Microsoft Office

• Supervise the assisted living nursing service program to ensure high-quality care for residents.
• Manage clinical oversight of resident care in assisted living and memory support.
• Report to physicians, regulatory bodies, and legal representatives as needed.
• Complete resident assessments and care plans.
• Provide staff training.
• Ensure resident records are maintained and updated.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve resident care.
• Coordinate resident transfers to appropriate care settings.
• Maintain compliance with nursing standards and facility policies.

• Up to 5 weeks of PTO in your first year
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development support
• Wellness initiatives, recognition programs, and more

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