RN Nurse Manager - Memory Care Unit

SMP Health - St. Catherine; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 92,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Life insurance

HSA/FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Referral program

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

SMP Health – St. Catherine North in Fargo, ND is seeking a compassionate RN Nurse Manager to lead the Memory Care Unit. The role focuses on dementia care, resident well-being, and a person-centered environment.

The Nurse Manager provides clinical leadership, mentors staff, and ensures high-quality care for residents with memory-related conditions. Responsibilities include overseeing care plans, ensuring regulatory compliance, staff development, and collaboration with families and

Qualifications

• Active RN license in North Dakota.
• Leadership or management experience preferred.
• Experience in long-term care, memory care, or dementia care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical leadership for the Memory Care Unit.
• Oversee resident care and ensure compliance with nursing standards and regulations.
• Lead, coach, and support nursing staff to promote quality care and positive resident outcomes.
• Conduct resident assessments and participate in care planning processes.
• Monitor resident conditions and collaborate with providers regarding changes in care needs.
• Partner with families to support resident well-being and address concerns.
• Promote person-centered approaches to dementia and memory care.
• Participate in hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of nursing staff.
• Support regulatory compliance, survey readiness, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to create an engaging environment.

Skills

RN Leadership

Memory care

Clinical assessment

EMR experience

Communication

Education

RN license North Dakota

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

RN Nurse Manager – Memory Care Unit

SMP Health – St. Catherine North | Fargo, ND

St. Catherine is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Manager to lead our Memory Care Unit at St. Catherine North. This leadership role is ideal for a nurse who has a passion for caring for individuals living with dementia and other memory-related conditions and is committed to creating a meaningful, person-centered environment for residents.

As the Nurse Manager, you will provide clinical leadership and oversight for the Memory Care Unit while supporting residents, families, and team members. You will play a key role in ensuring high-quality care, mentoring staff, and helping residents live with dignity, purpose, and comfort throughout their journey.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical leadership for the Memory Care Unit
• Oversee resident care and ensure compliance with nursing standards and regulations
• Lead, coach, and support nursing staff to promote quality care and positive resident outcomes
• Conduct resident assessments and participate in care planning processes
• Monitor resident conditions and collaborate with providers regarding changes in care needs
• Partner with families to support resident well-being and address concerns
• Promote person-centered approaches to dementia and memory care
• Participate in hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of nursing staff
• Support regulatory compliance, survey readiness, and quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to create an engaging and supportive environment for residents

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Dakota
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, memory care, or dementia care preferred
• Passion for serving individuals living with dementia and memory-related diagnoses
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building abilities
• Commitment to person-centered care and quality outcomes
• Comfortable using electronic medical record systems

Pay & Benefits

$44.00 – $50.00 per hour
$91,520 - $104,000 per year

Benefits include:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Opportunities for Advancement

Schedule

• Full-time position 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Primarily day shift hours
• Occasional participation in evenings, weekends, or on-call responsibilities as needed

Why Join SMP Health?

At St. Catherine North, memory care is about more than meeting clinical needs—it's about preserving dignity, fostering meaningful connections, and creating moments of joy for residents living with dementia. As the Nurse Manager of our Memory Care Unit, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, support families through their journey, and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. If you have a passion for dementia care and a desire to lead with compassion, we'd love to meet you.

SMP Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.