We are seeking a caring, dedicated and experienced LPN nurse supervisor to become the Director of Memory Care, our dedicated Alzheimer’s and dementia Memory Care. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and success of the Reflections Program, including planning, organizing and coordinating special needs programs. You will also provide team member supervision and training, and act as a liaison and advocate for our residents and their families. This is a hands-on position requiring occasional participation in assisting residents with ADLs.
Schedule: Sunday- Thursday 9am-5:30pm
Additional responsibilities include:
Ensuring that resident care and management needs are sufficiently and appropriately assessed
Serving as the liaison between residents, the resident’s legal representatives, their families, administrative staff and community-based service providers
Motivating and developing team members, including providing in-service education of the special needs program to Reflections area team members on health/wellness related topics
Leading the daily operations of the Reflections Memory Care area and ensuring compliance with company and Department of Health (DOH) regulatory policies and standards regarding resident admission and discharge procedure as well as compiling appropriate medical case notes and other required documentation
Scheduling and overseeing team members and assisting with medication management
Full-time schedule requires working one weekend day per week (Tues-Sat or Sun-Thurs).
Qualifications:
At least three (3) years working intimately with Alzheimer’s or dementia patients and a minimum 5 years’ experience working with the geriatric population
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing and an active Licensed LPN or CDP
A minimum of two (2 ) years of supervisory experience in an assisted living, skilled nursing, clinical or similar healthcare related field is preferred
Experience planning and administering in-service education programs
Demonstrate exceptional leadership skills as a mentor who can lead by example
Possess a working knowledge of medical and nursing terminology
Knowledge of geriatric care needs, supervision and administration
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to speak clearly, concisely and confidently with residents and their families, physicians, property personnel and other key stakeholders
Exceptional multitasking, organizational and time management skills a must
Ability and flexibility to excel despite frequent work interruptions
Reset priorities in order to complete work responsibilities in a timely manner
Apply discretion in handling confidential information
Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress related to working with special needs population
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
Benefits include:
Salary increases based on annual performance
Annual team appreciation events, quarterly team appreciation bonuses, and an annual holiday bonus
401K plan
Company-paid life insurance policy
PTO days, company-paid holidays, with a PTO cash-out option annually
Optional lunch for all employees
Available health, dental and vision coverage
tuition reimbursement per year for the LPN to RN Bridge Program