Manager, Memory Care, LPN or RN Required

Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC•Palos Heights, IL

11d•$68,000 - $83,300•Onsite

About The Position

At Spectrum Retirement Communities, we are dedicated to living without limits, aging fearlessly, and sharing great stories. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Manager, Memory Care. This role is crucial in implementing resident-centered dementia care and ensuring the well-being of our residents. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing and management, with a passion for providing exceptional care to seniors.

Requirements

Current Licensed Practical Nurse required.
Must meet all state requirements.

Nice To Haves

Candidates may be considered with caregiver certifications beneficial to the community plus management experience.
A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, or Gerontology preferred.
Minimum 1-2 years of management experience in directing/providing dementia care for seniors preferred.
A strong background in patient care assessment, assessing resident behavioral symptoms and developing non-pharmacologic approaches to meeting resident needs.
Has experience in community or long-term care settings.

Responsibilities

Recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and staffing of team members.
Implementing resident-centered dementia care.
Provide nursing care to residents, including but not limited to: Completion of health assessments and resident care plans, discussing changes in resident condition with physicians, introduce interventions to reduce falls based on individual resident needs, etc. Also provide medication administration and help with resident care, as needed.
In conjunction with the community’s multidisciplinary team, coordinate the resident admission process including screening, assessment and care planning.
This position may occasionally fill in on the weekend as a Manager-On-Duty.