Nurse Manager - Memory Care Unit - Stella Maris

For over 70 years, Stella Maris has been a leading nursing home, providing Baltimore-area residents with a comprehensive range of LTC, Rehabilitation, Hospice, and Home Health Services.

Stella Maris is looking for a Nurse Manager (RN) to provide leadership for a memory care unit. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, develop, supervise, and mentor the dedicated staff on the unit.

Check out some of our benefits offered:

• Paid time off (PTO) & Company paid holidays!
• Referral bonus opportunities!
• Tuition reimbursement
• 403(B) retirement plan with generous company match and “Catch Up” provision
• Stella Awards – Stella’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewards employees for going above and beyond in living Stella’s Mission and Values
• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits
• Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
• Pet Wellness coverage, legal assistance and identity protection
• Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
• Perks at Work - savings on favorite brands, travel, tickets, dining and more!

JOB SUMMARY:

The essential function of this position is to manage the day to day operations of a dementia/memory care unit at Stella Maris. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ prior LTC experience and proven leadership skills. This position will report to the VP of Nursing and work as part of the Nursing Management team.

• Coordinates all nursing care provided to residents on a twenty-four basis; establishes care plans, coordinates and conducts resident/family meetings, ensures ongoing communication with medical practitioners and coordinates/conducts regulatory required assessments.
• Performs effective professional employee management for a designated group of staff ensuring that facility and departmental protocols are adhered to consistently.
• Contributes to the efficient operation of the department by assuming flexible hours as needed, providing on call coverage on a rotational basis, consistently meeting administrative deadlines and functioning as the nursing supervisor when required.
• Conducts thorough and complete investigations into risk management concerns, clinical concerns, staff issues and family concerns. Reports timely and thoroughly to AVP.
• To coordinate, plan, direct and supervise Nursing Care on a 24 hours’ basis. To execute efficient operation of the Nursing Unit involving utilization of nursing staff and other disciplines necessary to provide a safe, comfortable and supportive environment.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: 

• Maryland RN License; BSN preferred, CPR
• Thorough understanding of long term care regulations
• Experience coordinating care and knowing residents
• LTC/Memory Care experience, highly preferred
• Minimum 3 years of progressive management experience.

SPECIALTY CERTIFCATIONS:

• Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) License within one year of hire - Tuition Assistance Available