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Merrill Gardens, LLC

Senior Living Memory Care Director (Nurse)

Merrill Gardens, LLC, Santa Maria, California, United States, 93454


Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities

A privately-owned family company with a proud history of success, is currently hiring a

Garden House (Memory Care) Director

at Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria in Santa Maria, California.If you want a career with kindness and are a team-focused individual with a deep commitment to customer service, please start the online application process to become part of the Merrill family!We offer our employees:

Highly competitive pay!Benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with generous company match, vacation & sick time, holidays, and more!A free daily meal!A stable career with a long-term company committed to our team members for 30 years.A rapidly growing company with opportunities for advancement!Our Garden House (Memory Care) Directors are responsible for:

Resident Services:

Develops and implements the highest standards for Garden House (Memory Care) services provided to residents.Works directly with the residents to evaluate needs and services.Conducts and/or assists with electronic evaluation of incoming residents, and periodic re-evaluation of residents.Implements services during new resident move-in and helps residents with orientation to the community.Provides direct care to residents as necessary according to their identified service needs.Evaluates, communicates, and documents resident status on electronic care system.Observes and reports any significant changes in resident behavior and health.Conducts regular meetings with residents and their families to ensure needs are being met.Communicates with resident family members, physicians, and pharmacists regarding residents and services provided.Ensures all resident rights and responsibilities are protected and enforced.Ensures compliance of all state rules and regulations of assisted living.Managing People:

Provides Team Members with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities.Challenges and inspires Team Members to achieve results.Mentors Team Members as needed to assist in their development and growth.Evaluates Team Members’ skills and competencies and ensures the completion of performance reviews.Sets clear expectations and holds Team Members accountable for performance.Oversees training and development of Team Members directly and indirectly.Determines adequate staffing levels, identifies and recruits top talent, and prepares staffing schedules.Provides coaching, direction, and leadership support to Team Members.Administration:

Ensures all practices in the Garden House (Memory Care) meet or exceed Merrill Gardens and state requirements.Coordinates with General Manager for financial stability of Garden House (Memory Care) department.Provides General Manager with weekly status reports on all Garden House (Memory Care) residents.Maintains all resident records and department documentation.Audits Garden House services for regulatory compliance.OTHER DUTIES

Acting General Manager if assigned.Other duties as assigned.If you are someone with:

Education/Certification:

Current LPN/LVN or RN licensure as specified by state agency preferred.College Degree or equivalent preferred.First Aid/CPR certification (or must be able to obtain within 30 days of hire).Completion of Dementia training as required by state regulations.Experience:

3-years related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience in assisted living, geriatric nursing, or gerontology and dementia care.Experience in medication administration and hands-on personal care preferred.Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain department budget within guidelines.Experience in operating an electronic care system.Consider applying to become a Garden House (Memory Care) Director with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!Yes, You Can have a meaningful Career!Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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