Memory Care Director

Indiana Fitness Works; Indiana; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pine Knoll Rehabilitation Centre in Indiana is seeking a Memory Care Director to lead dementia‑specific care programs in our new winter 2026 building opening. You will oversee care planning, HIPAA compliance, and staff leadership in a long‑term care setting.

You will supervise nursing and support teams, ensure regulatory adherence, and drive person‑centered memory care strategies that enhance quality of life for residents with cognitive impairment.

Qualifications

• Must have earned a degree from an educational institution in a healthcare, mental health, or social service profession or be a licensed health facility administrator.
• Minimum of one year work experience with dementia or Alzheimer's residents within the past five years.
• Proven leadership experience managing long‑term care facility teams focused on dementia or memory care.
• Extensive assisted living experience with nursing home or hospice care background.
• Strong understanding of long‑term care regulations, Medicare policies, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems for clinical documentation and medical records management.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and anatomy relevant to aging populations with cognitive impairments.
• Ability to develop effective care plans tailored to residents' individual needs while ensuring HIPAA compliance.
• Supervisory experience in nurse management or nursing administration roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of dementia care programs tailored to residents' needs with a person‑centered approach.
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff, care coordinators, and support teams to ensure high‑quality resident care.
• Oversee development and review of individualized care plans including medical history and resident preferences.
• Ensure compliance with long‑term care regulations, HIPAA privacy standards, Medicare guidelines, and related requirements.
• Manage documentation review processes in EMR/EHR systems for accuracy and completeness.
• Facilitate staff training on residents' rights, medical terminology, documentation procedures, and dementia care techniques.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective shift management.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentorship

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Degree in healthcare/mental health/social service

Licensed health facility administrator

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Facility: Pine Knoll Rehabilitation Centre
**NEW BUILD/ADDITION OPENING WINTER 2026!!**

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Memory Care Director to lead our specialized memory care programs. This pivotal role involves overseeing the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of dementia‑specific care strategies within our long‑term care facilities. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in nursing home environments and managing care teams dedicated to residents with memory impairments. Your leadership will ensure that our residents receive respectful, personalized care that upholds their dignity and rights while complying with all regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of comprehensive dementia care programs tailored to residents' unique needs, emphasizing person‑centered approaches.
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff, care coordinators, and support teams to ensure high‑quality resident care and adherence to best practices in memory care.
• Oversee the development and review of individualized care plans that incorporate residents' medical history, physiology, anatomy knowledge, and personal preferences.
• Ensure compliance with all long‑term care regulations, HIPAA privacy standards, Medicare guidelines, and other regulatory requirements related to dementia and memory care.
• Manage documentation review processes including medical records, care documentation, MDS (Minimum Data Set), and clinical notes within EMR/EHR systems for accuracy and completeness.
• Facilitate staff training on topics such as resident's rights, medical terminology, documentation procedures, and specialized dementia care techniques.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective shift management and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Must have earned a degree from and educational institution in a healthcare, mental health, or social service profession or be a licensed health facility administrator.
• Must have a minimum of one year work experience with Dementia or Alzheimer's residents, or both, within the past five years.
• Proven leadership experience managing long‑term care facility teams with a focus on dementia or memory care programs.
• Extensive assisted living experience coupled with nursing home or hospice care background.
• Strong understanding of long‑term care regulations, Medicare policies, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems for clinical documentation review and management of medical records.
• In‑depth knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy relevant to aging populations with cognitive impairments.
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective care plans tailored to residents' individual needs while ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Supervising experience in a healthcare setting with a focus on nurse management or nursing administration roles.

Join us as our Memory Care Director to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents facing memory challenges! Bring your expertise in managing complex clinical environments while leading compassionate teams dedicated to enhancing quality of life through innovative memory support strategies. We value energetic leaders who thrive on building strong relationships within their teams and fostering an environment where residents feel respected, safe, and cared for every day.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance