Memory Care Nurse Leader (LPN)

Elan Westpointe•San Marcos, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Memory Care Nurse (Wellness Manager - LVN/LPN) to join our team and help oversee the quality of care provided to our Memory Care residents. This role is ideal for a nurse who is passionate about dementia care, enjoys mentoring others, and thrives in a collaborative leadership environment. This position reports directly to the Wellness Director and plays a key role in supporting clinical operations, resident care, and team development within our Memory Care neighborhood. The Wellness Manager Position is: OVERNIGHT 10PM- 6AM Sunday to Thursday.

Requirements

Active LVN/LPN license in good standing
Experience in Memory Care, dementia care, or assisted living preferred
Leadership mindset with the ability to coach and support care team members
Strong assessment, documentation, and organizational skills
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to resident care
Willingness to work rotating weekends
Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program, currently licensed to practice per state.
Work experience in the geriatric field
Ability to communicate well and in writing.
Ability to deal with visitors, staff and residents in a courteous manner.
Strong organizational skills.
Must be able to work under pressure at times.
Must be able to perform good grooming practices, personal hygiene and be punctual and regular in attendance.
Must have warm, friendly, congenial personality.
Must present a professional appearance and possess an empathetic attitude towards seniors.
Ability to assess a resident’s condition and intervene when needed.
CPR certified, or obtained within 90 days of hire and yearly thereafter.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Memory Care, dementia care, or assisted living

Responsibilities

Support and oversee day-to-day nursing care for residents in Memory Care
Serve as a clinical resource and leader for care staff, providing guidance, education, and support
Assist the Wellness Director with assessments, care planning, and ensuring regulatory compliance
Monitor resident conditions and respond to changes in health status
Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and state regulations
Promote a safe, structured, and person-centered environment for residents with dementia
Foster strong communication with families, team members, and interdisciplinary partners
Supervise and monitor all memory care nursing staff to obtain highest quality care by performing routine nursing duties.
Accountable to Director of Wellness/Executive Director for all memory care nursing department activities and maintaining the corporate philosophy of quality care.
Supervise HHAs, CNAs and the facility staff.
Make daily rounds of all Memory Care residents.
Observes and reports symptoms and conditions of patients to Director of Wellness “DOW” /Delegating R.N./Physician.
Administers medications and treatments per signed doctor’s orders in an accurate, safe manner, observes effectiveness and reports to physician if needed.
Informs DOW of when supplies and equipment are needed.
Orders medication from pharmacy when needed.
Supervises the Home Health Aide to ensure that all nursing care is given properly, safely and of the up most quality.
Administers emergency first aid.
Assures that daily assignments for patient care, incidental duties, performed by nurse and HHA as outlined by DOW are carried out.
Re: Nurse/HHA documentation, Ex: V/S, weights, nurse’s notes, medication, kardex, etc.
Make daily rounds of all patients and area.
Recognize, interpret and report conditions to the DOW/RN/ED as needed.
Maintain cleanliness and neatness of nurse’s station, med room and cart.
Assist in the orientation of new staff.
Complete admission and discharge evaluations as necessary.
Check equipment for cleanliness and condition.
Provide guidance for nursing assistants.
Promote and maintain good interpersonal relationships with residents, visitors and personnel.
Perform related work as required per assignment.
Understands duties and responsibilities and ensures they are carried out for Memory Care residents.