Memory Care Coordinator - LPN

Memory Care Coordinator - LPN

Job Category:
Nursing

Requisition Number: MEMOR
001397

Full-Time On-site Fort Wayne, IN 46835, USA

Job Summary:

The Memory Care Coordinator oversees the operations of the Memory Care Unit. This position is a working supervisory position that is part of the Nursing Leadership team. This individual will maintain the standards of care to ensure each resident experiences a welcoming and safe environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mental Health professions, Social Services Profession, or Nursing.
• Licensed LPN or RN preferred.
• One (1) year experience with dementia and/or Alzheimer's residents within the past 5 years.
• Minimum of twelve (12) hours of dementia-specific training within three months of initial employment and six (6) years of training annually thereafter.
• Working Knowledge of nursing service, mental health, rehabilitation, and geriatric nursing preferred.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Demonstrate and model company culture and values.
• Oversee the operation of the Memory Care unit.
• Ensure personnel assigned to the unit have received required in-service training and assist with training as needed.
• Ensure that care provided to residents is consistent with in-service training, current dementia care practices, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain a professional working relationship with medical team members of the community, as well as outside providers.
• Responsive to the needs of residents, families, and legal representatives in a professional manner as each situation requires.
• Ensure each resident is assessed prior to admission to the Memory Care unit, is appropriate for the unit, and meets criteria for admission.
• Coordinate and oversee unit activities to ensure appropriate life enrichment is accomplished.
• Encourage, coach, and support Memory Care unit team members to inspire compassionate and positive relationships with residents.
• Participate in hiring process for team members who will potentially be working in Memory Care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of personnel. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

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Our dedication to fair and inclusive employment practices aligns with the full extent of these equal employment opportunity laws.