Memory Care Charge Nurse

Parc Communities LLC•Bryan, TX

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 2000 and proudly based in Atlanta, Parc Communities is a recognized leader in upscale, hospitality-driven senior living. They create vibrant environments where residents thrive through thoughtfully designed independent living, assisted living, and memory care experiences. The company's culture is defined by core values: Passion, Empathy, Integrity, Resourcefulness, and Excellence, which guide their service, leadership, and mutual support. Their motto, 'At all times, we are ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen,' shapes the experience for residents, families, and associates, fostering a respectful, collaborative workplace. The Memory Care Charge Nurse is responsible for a hands-on approach to planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and directing person-centered care programs and activities in Assisted Living and Memory Care, including for residents with Alzheimer’s and other related types of dementia. This role provides care services in accordance with existing licensure, established standards and practices, and under the guidance and supervision of the Resident Care Director.

Requirements

Graduated from an accredited program for a Licensed Vocational or Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) and is currently licensed in the State
Current CPR certification is required
2-4 years of nursing experience in a health care facility
Experience in geriatric nursing, emergency care, first-aid
Must obtain valid Continuing Education credits as required by the State
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
Must possess the ability to work effectively with physicians, management, employees, and other outside contacts
Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, associates, and community operations
Adaptability- able to change tasks quickly as business needs dictate
Use of computer for electronic medical records, including EMAR
Strong attention to detail
Ability and desire to work as a team member
Employees will always work to the standards defined in the Parc 20 Basics, The Four Steps of Service, and the Parc Communities Credo
Neat appearance, adherence to dress code and good personal hygiene is expected

Nice To Haves

Training in the special needs of the cognitively impaired resident i.e., Alzheimer, and Dementia training

Responsibilities

Ability to perform physical assessment of resident and identifies problems related to physiological, psychological, environmental, and social factors
Responsible for creating and enhancing resident programs and activities using the company’s Wellness Program Model to promote physical, intellectual, social, and spiritual stimulation and engagement of residents as well as interaction between residents and staff
Administer medication per physician orders. Observe for any adverse reaction and notify supervisor and/or physician accordingly
Meet with Resident Care Director on a regular basis to communicate plans, highlights, special challenges, required support, etc.
Ensure quality and safe delivery of health services to residents
Collect and analyze pertinent health related information
Obtain physician’s order prior to initiating treatments or changes in treatments
Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc., and submit these as may be required
Implement plan of care formulated by physician and Resident Care Director
Utilize safe and appropriate techniques/nursing skills in providing resident care
Report pertinent changes in patient’s condition to the Resident Care Director and/or physician
Report changes in patient status to the office such as hospitalization, discharges, and physician appointments
Provide accurate and timely documentation consistent with plan of care
Assess and provides resident and family education and information pertinent to diagnosis of plan of care
Communicate physician’s feedback with patient and/or family
Follow established guidelines concerning the storage of drugs
Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications as used by the community, pharmacists, and physicians
Follow infection control and universal precautions when providing patient care
Communicate directly with other disciplines involved in resident care on a regular basis, including weekends
Participate in team meetings to focus on resident problems
Maintain safe and healthy work environment and use safe work methods and procedures in accordance with company clinical standards
Assist resident in learning appropriate self-care activities
Recognize emergencies and life-threatening situations and initiate appropriate actions as established by the agency
Follow all appropriate safety rules, guidelines, and precautions
Maintains confidentiality and resident rights, regarding all resident personal information
Other duties as assigned