RN - Memory Care

Vicar's Landing•Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides and oversees day-to-day nursing care for residents at Vicar’s Landing Oak Bridge Memory Care. The RN ensures care is delivered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, facility policies, physician orders, and established nursing practice, in coordination with the Director of Nursing Services (DNS). The position supports high standards of clinical care, documentation, resident safety, and staff guidance. Oak Bridge is a Montessori-inspired memory care community serving residents with memory impairments, including dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Team members provide high-quality, person-centered care intended to support residents’ independence, dignity, and sense of self through meaningful activities, individualized approaches, and respectful daily interactions.

Requirements

Valid and current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida.
CPR/BLS certification.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
At least one year of nursing experience in a hospital, long-term care, memory care, or healthcare setting.
Knowledge of nursing practices, medical procedures, and applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines related to long-term care.
Ability to provide guidance and direction to nursing staff and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Effective communication and documentation abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Professional judgment and decision-making skills.
Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday and cope with the mental and emotional demands of the position.
Sufficient vision and hearing, with or without corrective devices, to safely perform job duties.
Ability to work independently with flexibility and professionalism, and effectively with residents, families, staff, and external agencies.
Ability to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and occasionally uncooperative individuals.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Must be free of communicable diseases as required by applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

Provide and coordinate resident nursing care in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and established standards of nursing practice.
Support and guide nursing personnel and CNAs so services are delivered consistently, safely, and in compliance with facility procedures.
Participate in assigned committees, including Infection Control, Quality Assurance, and Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings.
Conduct routine rounds to assess resident conditions, nursing care delivery, and staff performance.
Report concerns and changes in resident status to the Director of Nursing or designee.
Assist with orientation, training, and ongoing education of nursing staff as directed.
Perform and oversee clinical documentation according to facility charting policies, and monitor staff and CNAs for compliance with documentation standards.
Ensure adherence to safety protocols for equipment use, medication administration, infection control, and emergency preparedness; participate in fire safety and disaster drills as required.
Monitor medication administration and treatment schedules for accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.
Help maintain appropriate medication, medical supply, and equipment stock on the unit and report shortages.
Promote a positive and respectful work environment through effective communication with staff, residents, and families.
Participate in developing, implementing, and reviewing individualized resident care plans and ensure nursing care aligns with those plans.
Uphold resident rights and ensure nursing personnel know and comply with them.
Communicate staffing needs, resident concerns, and care issues to the Director of Nursing; assist with shift coverage and work assignments as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.