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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Oversees the leadership and management of the Memory support staff. The manager will plan, organize, develop and lead the overall operations of the program in accordance with federal, state and local laws. The manager will work with the Assisted Living Manager to evaluate the care delivered to the resident as well as mentoring and monitoring the successful engagement of the activities for the residents. This role partners with the Assisted Living Manager in order that the services driven by the resident service plan are provided and changes are communicated.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
⢠Consults with the Assisted Living Manager on potential new admissions.
⢠Supervises and disciplines Personal Care Aides.
⢠Motivates residents to function in a homelike environment by utilizing person-center care and choices.
⢠Ensures that all Resident Rights and Responsibilities are protected and enforced.
⢠Ensures compliance af all State Rules and Regulations for RCFE.
⢠Establishes and maintains a close liason with residents and families.
⢠Responsible for the transfer/discharge process whereby residents are transitioned smoothly to higher levels of care, as required.
⢠Conducts ongoing care management meetings. Counsels staff on specific problems encountered by residents.
⢠Must be available some evenings, weekends and holidays to provide support and to assist the operations. May be subject to call-backs during emergency conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
⢠Registered nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational nurse (LVN)
⢠Knowledge and experience with long term care regulations.
⢠Knowledgeable about the Dementia disease process and management experience in a Memory support unit (preferred).
