Memory Care Charge Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 2000 and proudly based in Atlanta, Parc Communities is a recognized leader in upscale, hospitality-driven senior living. We create vibrant environments where residents thrive through thoughtfully designed independent living, assisted living, and memory care experiences set in premier locations with innovative, lifestyle-focused amenities.

What truly sets Parc apart is our culture. Our core values. Passion, Empathy, Integrity, Resourcefulness, and Excellence. These values guide how we serve, lead, and support one another every day. We believe that meaningful connections, genuine care, and a commitment to doing what’s right define exceptional senior living.

At the heart of everything we do is our timeless motto: At all times, we are ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen. This philosophy shapes the experience we provide not only to residents and their families, but also to our associates. We foster a respectful, collaborative workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow, making Parc Communities an employer of choice for those who want to make a lasting difference.

Responsible for a hands-on approach to planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and directing person-centered care programs and activities in Assisted Living and Memory Care, including residents with Alzheimer’s and other related types of dementia. Responsible for providing Assisted Living/Memory Care/Personal Care Home care services to residents in accordance with existing licensure, established standards and practices and with the guidance and supervision of the Resident Care Director.

REPORTS TO:

Department: Resident Care

Primary: Resident Care Director

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduated from an accredited program for a Licensed Vocational or Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) and is currently licensed in the State.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• 2-4 years of nursing experience in a health care facility
• Experience in geriatric nursing, emergency care, first-aid
• Must obtain valid Continuing Education credits as required by the State
• Desirable to have training in the special needs of the cognitively impaired resident i.e., Alzheimer, and Dementia training
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
• Must possess the ability to work effectively with physicians, management, employees, and other outside contacts
• Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Tasks may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ability to perform physical assessment of resident and identifies problems related to physiological, psychological, environmental, and social factors
• Responsible for creating and enhancing resident programs and activities using the company’s Wellness Program Model to promote physical, intellectual, social, and spiritual stimulation and engagement of residents as well as interaction between residents and staff
• Administer medication per physician orders. Observe for any adverse reaction and notify supervisor and/or physician accordingly
• Meet with Resident Care Director on a regular basis to communicate plans, highlights, special challenges, required support, etc.
• Ensure quality and safe delivery of health services to residents
• Collect and analyze pertinent health related information
• Obtain physician’s order prior to initiating treatments or changes in treatments
• Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, charts, reports, etc., and submit these as may be required
• Implement plan of care formulated by physician and Resident Care Director
• Utilize safe and appropriate techniques/nursing skills in providing resident care
• Report pertinent changes in patient’s condition to the Resident Care Director and/or physician
• Report changes in patient status to the office such as hospitalization, discharges, and physician appointments
• Provide accurate and timely documentation consistent with plan of care
• Assess and provides resident and family education and information pertinent to diagnosis of plan of care
• Communicate physician’s feedback with patient and/or family
• Follow established guidelines concerning the storage of drugs
• Be familiar with the meaning and usage of common medical abbreviations, symbols, and terms relative to the administration of medications as used by the community, pharmacists, and physicians
• Follow infection control and universal precautions when providing patient care
• Communicate directly with other disciplines involved in resident care on a regular basis, including weekends
• Participate in team meetings to focus on resident problems
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment and use safe work methods and procedures in accordance with company clinical standards
• Assist resident in learning appropriate self-care activities
• Recognize emergencies and life-threatening situations and initiate appropriate actions as established by the agency
• Follow all appropriate safety rules, guidelines, and precautions
• Maintains confidentiality and resident rights, regarding all resident personal information
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, associates, and community operations

• Adaptability- able to change tasks quickly as business needs dictate
• Use of computer for electronic medical records, including EMAR
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability and desire to work as a team member

• Promote Parc Communities in a positive way

• Employees will always work to the standards defined in the Parc 20 Basics, The Four Steps of Service, and the Parc Communities Credo
• Neat appearance, adherence to dress code and good personal hygiene is expected

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS/TRAVEL REQUIRMENTS

• Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds, using proper body mechanics
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, bend, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is frequently required to use their hands and fingers to touch, handle and feel and required to reach with their hands and arms. Must be able to meet certain physical demands of standing, bending, lifting, stooping or performing other work requiring physical exertion such as lifting (up to 50 lbs). Must be able to climb flights of stairs
• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to endure the resident’s environment, which may be unsanitary and uncomfortable

• Must be able to assist residents to roll in bed, sit up from a lying position, stand from a sitting position, transfer assist to and from w/c and provide stand-by assist during resident ambulation or other activities of daily living
• Possible exposure to unpleasant odors
• Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual
• Possible exposure to verbal aggression from vendors, guests, residents and/or family members
• Continuous exposure to clients and/or family members who may be under stress

• Employees may be subjected to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc

At Parc Communities, LLC, we believe that our associates are the heart of our mission to deliver exceptional senior living experiences. We are committed to creating a rewarding workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

At Parc Communities, we believe that our associates are the heart of our mission to deliver exceptional senior living experiences. Our culture reflects our commitment to creating a rewarding workplace where your passion for service meets an environment that nurtures your professional growth and well-being. Together, we can create exceptional experiences for our residents and make a lasting impact in the senior living industry.

• Purpose Driven Work
• Exceptional Training & Development
• Collaborative and Supportive Culture
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Recognition and Rewards
• Community and Connection

Join Parc Communities, LLC, where your passion for service meets an environment that nurtures your professional growth and well-being. Together, we can create exceptional experiences for our residents and make a lasting impact in the senior living industry.