Memory Care Nurse — Compassionate Dementia Care Lead

The-Alden-Network-1; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Paid Time Off

Retirement / Pension Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The Alden Network is seeking a Nurse to support and assist in providing a holistic, therapeutic Memory Care Program for residents with dementia. The role focuses on achieving the highest quality of life for each resident through person-centered care on the Memory Care Unit.

The Nurse will supervise Memory Care Aides and CNAs, maintain detailed documentation, and contribute to a safe, supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in oversight of the Memory Care Aides and CNAs, including supervision and assistance with ADL care, transportation, and non-scheduled activities by staff.
• Become knowledgeable of each resident’s background, life history, disease, medical and behavioral care needs, and preferences in detail.
• Utilize communication devices for residents and accept education to use these mechanisms for communication.
• Provide a therapeutic, person-centered memory care activity program that enhances quality of life and meets program goals.
• Encourage family involvement through volunteering and visitation.
• Provide a clean, safe, non-hazardous unit for residents and staff.
• Maintain an individualized symptom management tracking system and non-pharmacological interventions as needed.
• Complete all required documentation and maintain program policies and state/federal regulations.
• Provide feedback to Memory Care Director to monitor goals.
• Be flexible to adapt to residents’ changing needs.
• Provide emotional, caring support to residents, families, and the inter-disciplinary team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

The Alden Network is seeking a Nurse to support and assist in providing a holistic, therapeutic Memory Care Program for residents with dementia. The role focuses on achieving the highest quality of life for each resident through person-centered care on the Memory Care Unit.

The Nurse will supervise Memory Care Aides and CNAs, maintain detailed documentation, and contribute to a safe, supportive environment.