Dementia Nurse Navigator — Home-Based Care Champion

Private Practice Specializing in Geriatric Care; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Home Harmony in Virginia is seeking a Dementia Nurse Navigator to join our interdisciplinary team; this RN-led role focuses on guiding families through dementia care in home settings.

You will conduct home safety assessments, MoCA testing coordination, caregiver support calls, and care plan updates with documentation in Athena.

The position offers a collaborative environment with flexible scheduling and a chance to impact quality of life for seniors and caregivers.

Qualifikationen

• Active Virginia RN license.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in dementia care, geriatrics, home health, hospice, or primary care.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Comfortable working independently with a dynamic caseload.

Aufgaben

• Conduct home safety assessments, identify risks, and provide practical recommendations.
• Perform MoCA cognitive assessments or coordinate alternative testing.
• Lead monthly caregiver support calls using GUIDE-compliant questions.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings and contribute to care plan updates.
• Complete annual assessments and ensure timely follow-up on safety concerns or care plan changes.
• Educate caregivers on dementia progression, communication strategies, safety, and symptom management.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Tools

Athena

Jobbeschreibung

Home Harmony in Virginia is seeking a Dementia Nurse Navigator to join our interdisciplinary team; this RN-led role focuses on guiding families through dementia care in home settings.

You will conduct home safety assessments, MoCA testing coordination, caregiver support calls, and care plan updates with documentation in Athena.

The position offers a collaborative environment with flexible scheduling and a chance to impact quality of life for seniors and caregivers.