Memory Care Nurse

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Job description

Memory Care Nurse Job Description:

The Memory Care Nurse works directly with the Director of Nursing (DON). Their primary role is to oversee all functions of the nursing services provided in the secure Memory Care unit in accordance with current federal, state and local standards governing assisted living facilities with the goal of ensuring that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.

The right candidate for the Memory Care Nurse position will possess the following qualities:
Excellent time management skills and the ability to delegate tasks when necessary and appropriate; Identify key tasks and critical sequential steps.
The ability to anticipate and systematically analyze problems and opportunities, analyze reasonable alternatives, and take action in a timely manner.
Demonstrate sound judgment and be able to efficiently allocate and manage resources.
The ability to adjust to changes in tasks and priorities.
Open-minded and tries to understand others' points of view.
Seeks, accepts and acts on feedback.

The Memory Care Nurse's job duties include:
Oversee the day to day operation and care of residents in the Memory Care unit.
Supervise caregivers and the on-duty supervisors present in the unit.
Complete quarterly and annual care plan reviews for residents in the Memory Care unit.
Ensure that all caregiving personnel are aware of the care plan and that care plans are used in providing daily services to the resident.
Conduct care conferences with families on an annual and an as needed basis; assist with coordinating outside resources for residents as needed.
Serve as a family liaison in Memory Care and advise the Director of Nursing when a family member is concerned.
Deal with outside contract resources including pharmacy, primary care providers, and hospice organizations.
Facility scheduling on a monthly basis.
Assist in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, evaluating, disciplining and terminating nursing services personnel; document and coordinate personnel actions with the Direct of Nursing or the Administrator.
Review personnel complaints and grievances and ensure that all personnel are treated consistent with policies and applicable laws.
Ensure care staff are properly and thoroughly trained to provide competent, safe resident care; facilitate new caregiver training on a continuous basis.
Make periodic inspections of supplies and equipment to ensure that adequate levels are maintained and that equipment is available and working properly.
Other duties as assigned or delegated by the Direct of Nursing or Administrator.

This position does include on-call hours. Call is taken on a rotating basis with the other Maple Springs of Anchorage nurses, including the DON. On-call expectations include:
Must be reachable by phone 24 hours/day while on call.
Triaging resident emergencies, such as falls and change in status.
Answering medication questions from med techs.
Giving approval for PRN medications.

Required Qualifications:
Current and unencumbered Registered Nurse OR Licensed Practical Nurse license with the State of Alaska.
Current CPR certification or the ability to obtain one before start date.
Experience caring for patients with dementia.
1 year of experience in a hospital, assisted living, long-term care, or other healthcare related community.
Ability to read and write in a legible and understandable manner. Must speak and understand English.

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with PointClickCare EHR system.
Prior management experience.
Customer service experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Geriatrics
Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Physical Setting:
Assisted living facility
Supplemental Pay:
Differential pay
Overtime pay

Experience:
supervising: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:
Alaska nursing license (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
Anchorage, AK 99515: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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