Care Manager

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Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody

The Care Manager (Designated Care Manager) is responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services to a consistent group of residents and their families in our assisted living/long‑term care and reminiscence neighborhoods. The Care Manager provides hands‑on care and physical and emotional support as outlined in each resident's Individualized Service Plan (ISP) while maintaining a safe and comfortable home‑like environment.

The role demonstrates Sunrise Senior Living’s mission “to champion quality of life for all seniors” and complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Review, read, notate, and initial Daily Log to document pertinent resident information.
• Participate in the development and monthly updates of ISPs.
• Review designated assignments and remain accountable for a designated group of residents during the shift.
• Observe, report, and document changes in resident condition (skin, behavior, alertness, weight, diet, activity participation).
• Attend daily Cross‑Over meetings led by the lead care manager.
• Notify supervisor and resident care director of increased care needs.
• Respond promptly to security system alerts and resident call bells.
• Greet guests, families, residents, and team members; answer phone calls courteously.
• Assist with continence management and ensure proper sanitation of resident suites and community restrooms.
• Communicate with families as a resource.
• Promote resident independence, safety, and dignity in accordance with Resident Rights and Sunrise Principles of Service.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and encourage participation in activities per the ISP.
• Engage residents in life‑skill and enrichment activities throughout the day.
• Maintain a warm, calm, and positive atmosphere.
• Follow safety regulations, standard care precautions, and hygiene practices.
• Host and participate in daily resident activities.

• Partner with the community team to ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Practice safety procedures, including use of PPE, fire extinguishers, SDS, and lockout/tagout.
• Report all accidents, incidents, unsafe conditions, and hazardous equipment immediately.
• Keep walkways, cords, carts, and equipment clear of exits and fire hazards.
• Handle and dispose of blood‑borne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious waste, sharps, and hazardous materials safely.
• Report occupational exposures promptly.
• Store oxygen tanks safely and monitor levels.

• Maintain and clean assigned resident rooms (bed making, trash removal, spot sweeping, mopping).
• Wash resident laundry as noted in the ISP.
• Wash and fold dining room linens and napkins.
• Complete assigned housekeeping tasks and keep common areas tidy.

• Serve meals in the dining room and assist with set‑up and clean‑up.
• Promote a pleasant dining experience for residents and guests.
• Participate in pre‑meal meetings.
• Follow resident diet orders as indicated on the ISP.
• Document any changes in resident dining habits.
• Provide room service delivery as needed.
• Practice safe food handling in compliance with universal precautions.

• Invite, Encourage, and Assist (IEA) residents in life‑skill and enrichment activities.
• Encourage residents to attend afternoon social activities.
• Incorporate “Creating Pleasant Days” into daily routines.
• Blend multi‑sensory experiences into residents’ days.
• Participate in monthly letters home and letter‑writing with residents and families.

• Participate as a team member and work toward team goals.
• Demonstrate the Team Member Credo in daily interactions.
• Commit to serving residents and guests through Sunrise Principles of Service.
• Engage in employee engagement programs and surveys.
• Attend regular meetings (Town Hall, Department Team, Cross‑Over, etc.).
• Complete required training modules and maintain compliance with infection‑control…