Memory Care Director
About The Position
Pine Knoll Rehabilitation Centre is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Memory Care Director to lead specialized memory care programs. The role oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of dementia-specific care strategies in long-term care facilities. The Director leads teams in delivering respectful, personalized care that upholds residents’ dignity and rights while meeting regulatory standards. The role includes designing and executing person-centered dementia care programs, supervising and mentoring staff, overseeing individualized care plans, ensuring regulatory and privacy compliance, and reviewing clinical documentation in EMR/EHR systems. The Director also facilitates staff training and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support resident outcomes through shift management and resource allocation.
Requirements
- A degree from an educational institution in a healthcare, mental health, or social service profession, or licensure as a health facility administrator.
- At least one year of work experience with residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease (or both) within the past five years.
- Proven leadership experience managing long-term care facility teams, focused on dementia or memory care programs.
- Extensive assisted living experience, together with a nursing home or hospice care background.
- Strong understanding of long-term care regulations, Medicare policies, and regulatory compliance standards.
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems for clinical documentation review and medical records management.
- In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and anatomy relevant to aging populations with cognitive impairments.
- Ability to develop effective care plans tailored to individual resident needs while ensuring HIPAA compliance.
- Supervisory experience in a healthcare setting, focused on nurse management or nursing administration.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and execution of comprehensive, person-centered dementia care programs tailored to residents’ needs.
- Supervise and mentor nursing staff, care coordinators, and support teams to promote high-quality care and adherence to memory care best practices.
- Oversee the development and review of individualized care plans reflecting residents’ medical histories, relevant clinical considerations, and personal preferences.
- Ensure compliance with long-term care regulations, HIPAA privacy standards, Medicare guidelines, and other requirements related to dementia and memory care.
- Manage review of medical records, care documentation, MDS (Minimum Data Set), and clinical notes in EMR/EHR systems for accuracy and completeness.
- Facilitate staff training on residents’ rights, medical terminology, documentation procedures, and specialized dementia care techniques.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident outcomes through effective shift management and resource allocation.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
