Memory Care Coordinator

Magnolias of Lancaster (Memory Care) (Priority Life Care)•East Hempfield Township, PA

About The Position

The Memory Care Coordinator manages the overall operation of the Memory Care Unit in accordance with resident needs, government regulations, and company policies and procedures. Under the supervision of the Executive Director and in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, the coordinator is responsible for hiring, training, developing, evaluating, and supervising memory care staff across all shifts, as well as scheduling and personnel problem solving. The role serves residents as part of the direct care team and oversees care, medication and treatment provision, staff development, unit standards, and the cleanliness and maintenance of the community and Memory Care Unit. The coordinator is required to be on call as needed and to perform general office functions related to the EHR system.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Medication Tech Certification or equivalent required.
Basic knowledge of and experience working with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia.
2–3 years of gerontological and caregiving experience.
Clean driving record and ability to drive a large resident passenger vehicle as directed.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree.
LPN certification.
Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) certification.

Responsibilities

Manage the overall operation of the Memory Care Unit in accordance with resident needs, government regulations, and company policies and procedures.
Hire, train, develop, evaluate, and supervise Memory Care Unit staff on all shifts; manage scheduling and personnel problem solving.
Serve residents as a member of the direct care team and define and maintain Memory Care Unit standards.
Monitor all aspects of resident care and conditions.
Review facility healthcare clinical policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
Assist with admitting new residents and review care plans daily to ensure appropriate care.
Oversee medications, treatments, and general nursing services according to care plans and physician directions.
Be on call as needed by the facility and perform general office functions related to the EHR system.
Identify staff development needs and provide training to Memory Care Unit staff.
In collaboration with the Director of Nursing, evaluate and verify employee performance by reviewing completed assignments and work techniques.
Conduct in-service training and education programs for staff as needed and as related to Memory Care.
Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of the community and Memory Care Unit.
Follow safe resident lifting and transfer procedures, infection-control guidelines, and universal precautions; report hazardous conditions and equipment promptly.
Maintain confidentiality of resident information and protect resident privacy.
Promote the greatest possible degree of resident independence.
Work with management and staff to discuss and resolve resident complaints, and interact appropriately with residents, families, the public, and professionals.
Report issues or problems to the Administrator and comply with applicable state, federal, healthcare, and safety standards.

Benefits

Competitive wages and paid time off.
Career advancement opportunities through the Pathway to Promotion program.
Health plans, including vision and dental.
SwiftMD telemedicine at low or no cost.
Special pay rates on holidays.
$10,000 company-paid life insurance.
Voluntary short-term disability, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
Retirement savings plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Employee referral bonuses.
On-demand wages via ZayZoon.
Years of Service Rewards Program and PLC Employee of the Year Award.