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Memory Care Director-Registered Nurse

Status: Full-time
Shift: Day
Location: - 471 Maxwell Plz, Omaha, NE 68154

The primary purpose of your job position is to direct the day-to-day functions of the property in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern assisted living and memory care properties to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be always provided to our residents.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Memory Care community's programs and activities in accordance with guidelines issued by the governing board.
• Develop and maintain written policies and procedures and professional standards of practice that govern the operation of the Memory Care community.
• Assist the HR Director and department directors in developing written job descriptions for each team position.
• Assist the HR Director and department directors in the development of performance-based job evaluations.
• Establish rapport in and among departments so that each can realize the importance of teamwork.
• Assist department directors in the development, use, and implementation of departmental policies and procedures and professional standards of practice.
• Review the property's policies and procedures at least annually and make changes as necessary to assure continued compliance with current regulations.
• Interpret the property's policies and procedures to team members, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, etc., as necessary.
• Work with property legal counsel to ensure that public information (policy manuals, brochures, website data, etc.) describing the services provided by the property is accurate and fully descriptive.
• Ensure that all team members, residents, visitors, and the public follow the property's established policies and procedures.
• Make routine inspections of the Memory Care to assure that established policies and procedures are being implemented and followed.
• Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents.
• Participate in state/federal surveys of the Memory Care.
• Ensure that appropriate property policies and procedures are followed when conducting background checks and when providing information to the Nurse Aide Registry.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures governing the management and control of protected health information (e.g., assignment/use of passwords, unauthorized use/release of protected health information, etc.).
• Ensure that all suspected or known incidents of unauthorized use or release of protected health information are thoroughly investigated and reported to appropriate personnel/agencies as outlined in the property's established policies.
• Assume the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the activities and programs of the Memory Care.
• Assist in the recruitment and selection of competent department directors, supervisors, property non-licensed team, consultants, etc.
• Delegate administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability to other team personnel as deemed necessary to perform their assigned duties.
• Counsel/discipline team members as requested or as may become necessary.
• Ensure that disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status.
• Terminate employment of team members when necessary, documenting and coordinating such actions with the HR Director.
• Schedule and participate in departmental meetings to ensure that appropriate information sharing is provided on a continuous basis.
• Assist the Director of Nursing Services in the development and implementation of nursing services policies and procedures and professional standards of practice.
• Maintain and oversee training to all Memory Care team to meet the state, and company regulations and standards including safety and emergency preparedness.
• Lead and direct all training focused on caring for individuals suffering from Dementia, Alzheimer's, and other disorders related to memory loss.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the property. Encourage and support teamwork

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree is necessary. A degree in Public Health Administration or Business Administration, or a health-related degree is preferred but not required.
• Must possess an unexpired Registered Nurse license in the state of Nebraska.
• Must possess a current Dementia Practitioner Certification or similar certification or be willing to obtain one in the first 90 days.
• Must have, as a minimum, two years' experience in a supervisory capacity in a health care setting.
• Must possess a current, administrators license, be willing to receive one in the first 90 days or meet the licensure requirements of this State.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be able to proficiently operate a computer. Must possess basic computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care and maintaining a sound operation.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with laws, regulations, and guidelines governing personnel administration.
• Must be able to maintain good personnel relations and employee morale.
• Must be able to read and interpret financial records, reports, etc.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this community which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the community.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Employee Perks:

• Employee meal credit
• Tuition assistance
• Career development opportunities
• Employee assistance program featuring free counseling services, financial coaching, legal services and more
• Generous PTO policy
• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage