Snyder Village
Position Description
Position Title: Assisted Living Memory Care Nurse
FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt
Reports To: Assisted Living Director of Nursing
General Description
Provide and assist with coordination of care at Snyder Village Assisted Living.
Hours of Work:
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Full-time or Part-time, 2nd shift schedule, includes every other weekend, rotating holidays
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Full-time or Part-time, 3rd shift schedule, includes every other weekend, rotating holidays
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Demonstrates orientation toward excellent customer service in all interactions by conducting oneself in a cooperative, courteous, positive and professional manner. Displays sensitivity and awareness of others. Follows through with established expectations and keeps customers informed of progress.
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Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, family, staff and the general public.
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Must have compassion for and a desire to work with older adults who have difficulty thinking.
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Must possess organizational and leadership skills.
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Pass medication and provide nursing care for memory care residents.
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Provide ADL and other personal assistance to memory care residents.
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Provide nursing care to traditional assisted living residents per care plan or in emergency situations.
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Document according to community policy.
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Consults with caregivers or resident’s responsible party regarding nursing questions or concerns.
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May delegate tasks to memory care caregivers as appropriate.
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Works closely with Memory Care Coordinator to ensure optimal resident care is provided.
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Performs other duties, projects, or tasks as assigned.
1. Works in an office environment as well as throughout the Assisted Living Community.
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Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours.
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Is subject to frequent interruptions.
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Is involved with residents, families, staff, and visitors.
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Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents.
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May work beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily in staff emergencies to ensure proper care for all residents.
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May be exposed to infectious waste, disease conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
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Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc.
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Able to carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Meetings:
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Attend in-services as required.
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Attend monthly staff meeting.
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Attend meetings as required for Comfort Matters training.
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RN or LPN preferably with 2+ years’ experience
- Experience with dementia population preferred
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Long-term care experience beneficial but not required.
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CPR certified