Memory Care Manager

Peaceful Pines Senior Living - Fort Pierre; Fort Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Peaceful Pines Senior Living - Fort Pierre is seeking an experienced Memory Care Manager who will partner with the Director of Nursing to provide clinical leadership, operational oversight, and a culture of compassion. You will lead memory care and assisted living nursing services, ensuring care reflects each resident's dignity, life story, and daily joy.

As MCM, you will supervise daily operations, support assessments and care conferences, monitor medications, mentor staff, stay compliant with

Qualifications

• Active LPN or RN license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years of healthcare leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in memory care or assisted living preferred.
• Strong communication and team coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Support oversight of daily nursing operations to ensure safe, ethical, and high-quality care.
• Conduct and support resident assessments, care planning, updates, and care conferences.
• Monitor and support medication administration processes and physician communications.
• Observe residents for changes in condition and document appropriately.
• Obtain, administer, and document medications and treatments per policies.
• Ensure resident records are accurate and compliant.
• Lead with person-centered care and dementia-friendly practices.
• Collaborate with DON, Life Enrichment, Culinary, and Operations teams.
• Support onboarding, education, and competency development for staff.
• Provide hands-on support in care delivery and training as needed.
• Assist with shift coverage to ensure continuity of care.
• Communicate updates through staff channels and daily interactions.
• Encourage professional development and performance improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Clinical oversight

Communication

Memory care

Education

LPN or RN license

Job description

The Memory Care Manager (MCM) supports the Director of Nursing (DON) in providing clinical leadership, operational oversight, and cultural stewardship for nursing services within Assisted Living and Memory Care. The MCM plays a critical, hands-on role in ensuring care is delivered with compassion, integrity, and respect for each resident's individuality-supporting not only health and safety, but purpose, dignity, connection, and joy in daily living.

Living Life Together, the MCM serves as a visible leader and partner to both residents and team members- bridging clinical excellence with meaningful daily experiences. Through coaching, collaboration, and engagement, the MCM ensures care teams deliver services that honor each resident's preferences, routines, and life story while fostering a supportive, accountable, and purpose-driven work environment.

The MCM is both a clinical resource and culture champion-helping translate standards into practice, tasks into relationships, and care into connection.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Clinical Leadership & Whole-Person Care:

• Support oversight of daily nursing operations to ensure safe, ethical, and high-quality care.
• Conduct and support resident assessments, service plan development, updates, and care conferences in accordance with regulations.
• Monitor and support medication administration processes, including inventory management, new medication checks, and communication of physician orders.
• Observe residents for changes in condition and ensure appropriate documentation, communication, and follow-up with physicians, families, and the DON.
• Obtain, administer, and document medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards and community policies.
• Ensure resident records, documentation, and files are accurate, current, and compliant.
• Take and monitor vital signs and other clinical indicators to support proactive care.
• Integrate physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being into all care practices.
• Reinforce person-centered care approaches that honor resident choice, dignity, and independence.
• Support implementation of memory care best practices that preserve dignity and promote meaningful engagement.
• Help strengthen dementia‑specific education, caregiver competencies, medication aide support, and ongoing training within our memory care neighborhood.

Resident Experience & Purposeful Living:

• Partner with DON, Life Enrichment, Culinary, and Operations teams to support a vibrant, engaging community.
• Reinforce that care extends beyond tasks to meaningful connection, presence, and engagement.
• Encourage staff participation in activities, dining experiences, and daily routines that foster connection.
• Support residents in maintaining independence, choice, and personalized daily rhythms.
• Promote dining as an important component of wellness, dignity, and enjoyment.
• Foster moments of joy, curiosity, and connection in everyday interactions.
• Help create an environment where residents feel known, valued, and truly at home.
• Reinforce that excellent clinical care and exceptional resident experience are inseparable.

Team Leadership & Culture Building:

• Support care staff with scheduling, coaching, training, and daily supervision.
• Promote a positive, collaborative work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and mutual respect.
• Serve as a visible, approachable leader supporting team members across shifts.
• Assist with onboarding, education, and competency development for Caregivers and Medication Aides.
• Provide hands‑on support in care delivery and training when needed.
• Assist with shift coverage as needed to ensure continuity of care.
• Communicate key updates through staff communication tools and daily interactions.
• Encourage engagement, recognition, and professional development among team members.
• Support performance management in collaboration with the DON.
• Participate in daily stand‑ups, leadership meetings, and community initiatives as an active member of our leadership team.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:

• Support compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing Assisted Living and Memory Care.
• Assist with survey readiness, audits, and participation in state licensure surveys.
• Ensure incident reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner, with appropriate follow‑up.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident and staff information.
• Monitor documentation practices and compliance with community policies.
• Promote ethical practice, accountability, and risk awareness.

Family & Community Partnership:

• Serve as a clinical liaison for residents, families, physicians, and care partners.
• Communicate changes in resident condition, medications, or care needs clearly and compassionately.
• Schedule and participate in care conferences, ensuring families feel informed and supported.
• Build trust through consistent, transparent, and empathetic communication.
• Recognize families as partners in honoring residents' life stories and preferences.

Operational & Strategic Support:

• Partner with the DON to support daily operations, staffing, and care delivery.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing coordination, and on‑call responsibilities; provide on‑call backup support as assigned.
• Prepare medical documentation for appointments and coordinate care needs.
• Support quality initiatives, process improvements, and compliance tracking.
• Ensure effective communication across shifts and departments.
• Step into leadership responsibilities in the absence of the DON.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must submit to a TB test in accordance with state regulations.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
• Active and unencumbered LPN or RN license.

HOURS:

• Monday – Friday approx. 8:00AM – 5:00PM; ideally full‑time, but open to considering part‑time candidates.
• Occasional weekend or holiday support as operational needs arise.
• On‑call rotation with the current nursing staff.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in a nursing leadership or supervisory role in Assisted Living or Long‑Term Care.
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience working with memory care residents strongly preferred.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Person‑centered and whole‑person care approach.
• Ability to balance clinical responsibilities with resident experience and engagement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Emotional intelligence and leadership presence.
• Organizational and multitasking ability.
• Ethical judgment and discretion.
• Commitment to mission‑driven culture and team collaboration.

HME Care is an Equal Opportunity, Affir... employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Applicants who would like to request reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should call the Director of Human Resources at 1-605-736-1974 or email [e-mail].

Must be able to pass background check