Memory Care Director (LPNRN) Senior Living

Cottage Care Director (Memory Care Director) Spring Arbor of Outer BanksKill Devil Hills NC Full-TimeLead with heart. Live where others a career where your work truly matters and your commute takes you past the dunes. Spring Arbor of Outer Banks is seeking a compassionate experienced nurse leader to oversee our Memory Care neighborhood bringing dignity purpose and personalized care to residents living with is a role for someone ready to lead with both clinical expertise and genuine empathy and who wouldnt mind doing it just minutes from the the Outer BanksBeyond the role itself this is a chance to build a life somewhere people travel hundreds of miles to experience. Salt air mornings wide open beaches a tight-knit coastal community and a slower pace of life all while doing meaningful purpose-driven work. If youve been looking for a reason to make a change this might be Youll Do:Lead and oversee all daily operations within our Memory Care neighborhoodSupport residents living with Alzheimers and other forms of dementia with person-centered dignified careStep in to fill shifts and provide hands-on coverage when neededBring clinical excellence and emotional intelligence to every interaction with residents families and your teamBuild and lead a team grounded in empathy accountability and quality careWhat Were Looking For:LPN or RN license requiredStrong clinical background with a passion for dementia and Memory CareA leader who brings empathy clinical excellence and genuine team supportFlexibility and willingness to step in hands-on when the team needs youA passion for making a real difference in the lives of residents and familiesWhy Spring Arbor of Outer BanksThis is leadership with purpose where your clinical skill and compassion directly shape the daily lives of residents navigating one of lifes most difficult journeys. Youll lead a team thats as committed to doing this work well as you are in a place that feels less like a relocation and more like an Arbor of Outer Banks NC Full-Time ExemptLeadership Role Coastal Living Meaningful ImpactApply today and start building the life (and career) youve been waiting Cottage Care Director (CCD) plans directs and assists as needed in all cottage care (Memory Care) staffing and service RESPONSIBILITIES:Supervisory role of all MTs CNAs and other cottage staffRecruit and hire manage and direct cottage care staffOrient monitor progress and reinforce training of cottage care staff including state required trainingCollaborate with Resident Care Director (RCD) and Executive Director in implementing state regulations as requiredFunction as part of the management team (manager on duty coverage presenting the community planning and participating in staff meetings planning and implementing marketing and community events)Develop a care team and residential living environment that supports overall Cottage Care philosophyCreate and coordinate implementation of ongoing person-centered activities and life skills programmingMonitor physician orders to assure follow-through and completionAudit Medication Administration Records (MAR) and notify pharmacy of changesComplete resident assessments in a timely manner and train designated team members in assessment skillsDevelop and implement resident care plans to meet the needs of residentsMonitor all aspects of the medication administration programDirect and coordinate resident care service needs in collaboration with care team and community department heads as appropriateSee full job description for additional job dutiesKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:Experience in and knowledge of diagnosesKnowledge of medication and administration proceduresKnowledge in diagnostic review of resident fallsKnowledge in skillfully conducting resident assessments and creating appropriate Plans of CareEducational background in understanding cognitive impairmentAbility to coordinate with medical providers with understanding of physiologyAbility to conduct professional care plan meetings with families as a licensed advocate for residents needsKnowledge of effective supervisory and management practices techniques and methodsKnowledge of resources for seniors and of related agenciesUnderstanding of the social psychological and recreational needs of Alzheimers and memory impaired residentsAbility to exercise confidentiality following HIPAA guidelinesQUALIFICATIONS:Must be 21 years of age or olderExperience or training in an equivalent setting preferredRN or LPN required and in good standing with state licensing authorityGeneral understanding of and concern for the needs of seniorsAptitude and previous experience with Alzheimers and memory impaired residents