Nurse Dementia Program Director

Genesiscareers; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 81,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable compensation plans

Tuition discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Foundation support

Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance

401K, Paid Time Off

24/7 virtual care for employees

Job summary

Genesiscareers in Santa Fe, NM seeks an LPN or RN to lead our Memory Care program and develop a best-in-class dementia care initiative. The role requires at least 2 years in long-term care and 1 year in memory care, with supervisory responsibilities and state licensure encouraged.

The Dementia Program Director will coordinate an interdisciplinary team, design engaging patient activities, and oversee admissions, discharges, and budget for the unit, while partnering with families and caregivers to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, nursing, therapeutic recreation, psychology, gerontology or related field preferred.
• Three years of direct dementia/patient care experience and/or family caregiver experience, or approval by the Nursing Home Administrator.
• Two years of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer a Dementia Program that therapeutically addresses patients' physical, social, cultural, spiritual and intellectual needs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate quality patient/resident care.
• Develop daily and monthly activity calendars and implement activities for the unit.
• Advocate for patients and families through education and support; manage admissions and discharges.
• Oversee the unit budget and monitor the Dementia Program's financial performance.

Skills

Memory care experience

Nursing background

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, nursing, or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you a LPN or RN who loves Memory Care and is passionate about developing a Dementia Care program that is best in class? We'd love to chat with you!

Minimum of 2 years in long term care and 1 year in memory care required

Must be a LPN or RN

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The Memory Care Director, titled Dementia Program Director within Company, administers a Dementia Program that therapeutically encompasses patients/residents' physical, social, cultural, spiritual, and intellectual needs.

• Member of the of nursing center interdisciplinary team and as such participates in staff meetings to ensure coordination of quality patient/resident care.
• Assess each patient/resident and develop programming that maximizes the customer's abilities and provides contentment, enjoyment, and positive self-esteem.
• Perform ongoing quality improvement evaluations that include quality indicators for the environment, documentation, team functioning, and all aspects of quality care provision as well as reporting identified issues back to the team for resolution.
• Develop daily and monthly activity calendar for the unit that includes both small and large group activities and participates in their implementation.
• Advocate for patients/residents and their families and provides direct services to families through communication, education, and support.
• Manage all patient/resident admissions and discharges from the unit.
• Oversee the financial performance of the Dementia Program unit by developing and monitoring budget.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, nursing, therapeutic recreation, psychology, gerontology, or other related field preferred.
• Three years of direct experience (in respective discipline) with dementia/patients who have dementia, and/or their families and caregivers, or approval by the Nursing Home Administrator/Executive Director.
• Two years of supervisory experience in an appropriate health care setting, or approval by the Nursing Home Administrator/Executive Director.
• Recommended state licensure in respective discipline is required.
• Must meet state requirements for concurrent job responsibilities, if applicable.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Free 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically-enrolled employees and theirimmediate family members

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $81,120.00 - USD $108,160.00 /Yr.