Memory Care Coordinator

Carolina Reserve of Durham, a community of Navion Senior Living, is seeking a Memory Care Coordinator (LPN or Med Tech) to join its rapidly growing team. Our Memory Care Coordinator is responsible for shared management of 16 beds in memory care. Assist in maintaining a resident's health and well-being in a home-like safe environment. We are looking for an experienced, energetic, take-charge leader who will ensure that our residents are engaged each and every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident services and medication management when needed.
• Responsible for the scheduling and supervision of resident care staff.
• Coordinates and monitors the completion of daily assignments.
• Responsible for the development of programming that meets the specific needs and abilities of residents residing in Memory Care.
• Responsible for ensuring that personalized Memory Boxes are in place for each resident.
• Works with Activities Coordinator to provide supervision and support for activities and outings.
• Responsible for the completion/updating of resident service plans to reflect the specific needs/abilities of each resident.
• Demonstrate ability to manage and respond appropriately to resident behaviors.
• Communicate with physicians/other health care providers regarding the residents health status when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and complete resident documentation.
• Schedule tests ordered by the physician, assist residents in scheduling medical appointments and transportation.
• Demonstrate competency in all areas of medication administration.
• Maintain current knowledge of state regulations and community policies.
• Assist with orientation and education of resident care staff.
• Responsible for the evaluation and discipline of resident care staff.
• Maintain current knowledge of the community’s fire safety procedures, including the correct use of the fire alarm system.
• Able to follow the designated plan of action in the event of a fire or other emergency.
• Conduct/coordinate departmental meetings/trainings sessions.
• Address resident/family complaints related to non-clinical issues.
• Demonstrate courteous, polite and friendly attitude with residents, families, visitors and co-workers.

Requirements

• Experience or training in an equivalent setting preferred.
• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
• MedTech certification required if not LPN.
• General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
• Aptitude and previous experience with Alzheimer’s and memory impaired residents.
• Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a substantial. safety or health threat to self or others.
• Ability to manage team processes and promote a team environment.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• PTO for full time positions
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Career Advancement Opportunities

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