Memory Care Director (LPN/RN) - Senior Living

Cottage Care Director (Memory Care Director) – Spring Arbor of Outer Banks

Kill Devil Hills, NC | Full-Time

Lead with heart. Live where others vacation.

Imagine a career where your work truly matters — and your commute takes you past the dunes. Spring Arbor of Outer Banks is seeking a compassionate, experienced nurse leader to oversee our Memory Care neighborhood, bringing dignity, purpose, and personalized care to residents living with dementia.

This is a role for someone ready to lead with both clinical expertise and genuine empathy — and who wouldn't mind doing it just minutes from the beach.

Why the Outer Banks?

Beyond the role itself, this is a chance to build a life somewhere people travel hundreds of miles to experience. Salt air mornings, wide open beaches, a tight-knit coastal community, and a slower pace of life — all while doing meaningful, purpose-driven work. If you've been looking for a reason to make a change, this might be it.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and oversee all daily operations within our Memory Care neighborhood
• Support residents living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia with person-centered, dignified care
• Step in to fill shifts and provide hands-on coverage when needed
• Bring clinical excellence and emotional intelligence to every interaction with residents, families, and your team
• Build and lead a team grounded in empathy, accountability, and quality care

What We're Looking For:

• LPN or RN license required
• Strong clinical background with a passion for dementia and Memory Care
• A leader who brings empathy, clinical excellence, and genuine team support
• Flexibility and willingness to step in hands-on when the team needs you
• A passion for making a real difference in the lives of residents and families

Why Spring Arbor of Outer Banks?

This is leadership with purpose — where your clinical skill and compassion directly shape the daily lives of residents navigating one of life's most difficult journeys. You'll lead a team that's as committed to doing this work well as you are, in a place that feels less like a relocation and more like an upgrade.

Spring Arbor of Outer Banks, NC | Full-Time, Exempt
Leadership Role | Coastal Living | Meaningful Impact
Apply today — and start building the life (and career) you've been waiting for.

The Cottage Care Director (CCD) plans, directs and assists as needed in all cottage care (Memory Care) staffing and service needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervisory role of all MTs, CNAs and other cottage staff
• Recruit and hire, manage and direct cottage care staff
• Orient, monitor progress and reinforce training of cottage care staff, including state required training
• Collaborate with Resident Care Director (RCD) and Executive Director in implementing state regulations as required
• Function as part of the management team (manager on duty coverage, presenting the community, planning and participating in staff meetings, planning and implementing marketing and community events)

• Develop a care team and residential living environment that supports overall Cottage Care philosophy
• Create and coordinate implementation of ongoing person-centered activities and life skills programming
• Monitor physician orders to assure follow-through and completion
• Audit Medication Administration Records (MAR) and notify pharmacy of changes
• Complete resident assessments in a timely manner and train designated team members in assessment skills
• Develop and implement resident care plans to meet the needs of residents
• Monitor all aspects of the medication administration program
• Direct and coordinate resident care service needs in collaboration with care team and community department heads as appropriate
• See full job description for additional job duties

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Experience in and knowledge of diagnoses
• Knowledge of medication and administration procedures
• Knowledge in diagnostic review of resident falls
• Knowledge in skillfully conducting resident assessments and creating appropriate Plans of Care
• Educational background in understanding cognitive impairment
• Ability to coordinate with medical providers with understanding of physiology
• Ability to conduct professional care plan meetings with families as a licensed advocate for resident’s needs
• Knowledge of effective supervisory and management practices, techniques, and methods
• Knowledge of resources for seniors and of related agencies
• Understanding of the social, psychological, and recreational needs of Alzheimer’s and memory impaired residents
• Ability to exercise confidentiality following HIPAA guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Experience or training in an equivalent setting preferred
• RN or LPN required and in good standing with state licensing authority
• General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors
• Aptitude and previous experience with Alzheimer’s and memory impaired residents