Dementia Nurse Navigator: Flexible, In‑Home RN

Private Practice Specializing in Geriatric Care; Virginia (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Practice Specializing in Geriatric Care is seeking a Dementia Nurse Navigator to join our interdisciplinary team. This RN role focuses on dementia care in the home and clinic, building strong relationships with families and coordinating care across providers.

Responsibilities include home safety assessments, MoCA testing coordination, caregiver support calls, care plan updates, documentation in Athena, and connecting families with community resources.

Qualifications

• Virginia RN license required.
• Minimum 2 years dementia care/geriatrics experience.
• CDP certification preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia behaviors and caregiver stress.
• Experience conducting cognitive assessments preferred.
• Strong communication, organization and documentation skills; Athena a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home safety assessments and provide practical recommendations.
• Coordinate MoCA cognitive assessments or alternatives.
• Lead monthly caregiver support calls using GUIDE guidelines.
• Participate in IDT meetings and update care plans.
• Complete annual assessments and follow-up on safety concerns.
• Educate families on dementia progression, safety and symptom management.
• Document accurately in Athena and coordinate community resources.
• Assist families accessing in-home supports and respite options.
• Complete medication reconciliation and discuss Advance Care Planning.

Skills

Cognitive assessments

Care coordination

Home visits

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Virginia RN license

Tools

Athena EHR

Job description

Private Practice Specializing in Geriatric Care is seeking a Dementia Nurse Navigator to join our interdisciplinary team. This RN role focuses on dementia care in the home and clinic, building strong relationships with families and coordinating care across providers.

Responsibilities include home safety assessments, MoCA testing coordination, caregiver support calls, care plan updates, documentation in Athena, and connecting families with community resources.