Health Services Director (RN or LPN) Memory Care

Health Services Director (RN or LPN)

• Memory Care Aspen Ridge Memory Care
• Grand Junction, CO Full-Time Monday-Friday $80,000
• 90,000/year Quarterly Performance Reviews Recruitment partner: Staff Genius
• a leading medical recruiting firm Lead Memory Care Nursing on Colorado's Western Slope Aspen Ridge Memory Care in Grand Junction, CO is hiring a Health Services Director (HSD)
• also known as a Director of Nursing (DON), Resident Care Director, or Wellness Director
• to lead clinical operations in our stand-alone, 30-unit / 56-bed Memory Care community.

This is a true clinical leadership role for an RN or LPN who knows Colorado Assisted Living Residence (ALR) and Memory Care regulations and has a heart for dementia and Alzheimer's care. Backed by one of the largest assisted living operators in the United States, Aspen Ridge offers the resources, mentorship, and clinical infrastructure of a national leader with the close-knit feel of a single, focused Memory Care community. Our parent organization is known for a positive, nurse-led clinical culture

• Health Services Directors are heard, supported by experienced regional nurses, and given real authority to do right by their residents. Why You'll Love This Memory Care Director Role Competitive pay: $80,000
• 90,000 base salary with quarterly performance reviews. Monday-Friday schedule
• this isn't shift work.

Predictable hours, real work-life balance, on-call coverage shared by the leadership team.

Lead a focused community:

stand-alone Memory Care with 30 apartments and 56 licensed beds

• small enough to know every resident, large enough to make real impact.

Full benefits package:

medical, dental, vision, EAP, 401(k) match, employer-paid life and disability insurance, generous PTO, and paid holidays.

Backed by a national leader:

our parent company is one of the largest assisted living operators in the United States, with a positive, nurse-led clinical culture and deep regional support.

Career growth:

clear pathways into Regional Nurse Consultant, Executive Director, or Memory Care Specialist roles across a nationwide portfolio of communities.

Structured onboarding:

a defined, month-long training program for every new Health Services Director, plus ongoing support from regional operations and nursing leaders.

Live where you work:

Grand Junction offers a low cost of living, 300+ days of sunshine, world-class hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and Colorado wine country at your doorstep. What You'll Do as Health Services Director The Health Services Director oversees the clinical and resident care program for our Memory Care community. You'll assess residents, build individualized service plans, coordinate care with families and outside providers, and mentor a team of medication aides and care partners. Every day in this dementia care leadership role, you will: Create a resident-centered approach to planning and delivering services

• supporting residents' dignity, choice, and right to participate in their own care.

Perform initial and ongoing assessments of health, functional, cognitive, and psychosocial status; develop and update individualized service plans (ISPs) for each Memory Care resident. Proactively manage residents with changes in condition, partnering with the management team to keep residents in the least restrictive, most appropriate level of care. Collaborate on move-in decisions

• conducting pre-move-in assessments and balancing prospective resident needs against community acuity and staffing.

Coordinate with physicians, hospice, home health, discharge planners, case managers, and state agency personnel; arrange pharmacy, podiatry, lab, and x-ray services. Communicate regularly with families on care updates, end-of-life conversations, and dementia education. Supervise, train, and develop care partners, medication aides (QMAPs), and Resident Care Coordinators; delegate nursing tasks in accordance with the Colorado Nurse Practice Act. Ensure regulatory compliance with Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Assisted Living Residence and Secure Environment / Memory Care rules (6 CCR 1011-1, Chapter 7); lead survey readiness and corrective action plans. Manage clinical systems, infection prevention, medication management, fall prevention, and behavioral health programs specific to dementia and Alzheimer's care. What You Bring Active, unencumbered Colorado nursing license: RN (Registered Nurse) or LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse). Either license is welcome

• the right leader matters more than the letters after the name. Working knowledge of Colorado Assisted Living and Memory Care regulations (6 CCR 1011-1 Chapter 7, Secure Environment requirements, QMAP delegation, ISP standards). This is essential. Dementia and Alzheimer's expertise
• hands-on experience in a Memory Care, secured neighborhood, or skilled dementia unit.

Leadership experience:

supervising care staff, coaching unlicensed personnel, managing budgets, and driving quality outcomes. Strong assessment, case management, and care planning skills. Compassionate communicator with residents, families, physicians, and team members.

Preferred:

prior experience as a Director of Nursing (DON), Resident Care Director, Wellness Director, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), Nurse Manager, MDS Coordinator, or Charge Nurse in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care. About Aspen Ridge Memory Care

• Grand Junction, CO Aspen Ridge is a stand-alone Memory Care community purpose-built for residents living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other cognitive conditions.

With 30 private apartments and 56 licensed beds, our secured neighborhood is designed around calm environments, meaningful engagement, and best-practice dementia care. We proudly serve Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade, Clifton, Delta, Montrose, and the broader Mesa County and Western Colorado region. Aspen Ridge is part of one of the largest assisted living organizations in the United States

• a company recognized for a strong, positive clinical culture , evidence-based dementia care programming, and an unwavering commitment to its nurses and care teams.

You'll have the autonomy of a small community and the backing of a national leader. Where This Role Can Take You Once you've mastered the Health Services Director role at Aspen Ridge, you can advance into Regional Nurse Consultant, Health Services Specialist, Memory Care Program Specialist, or Executive Director positions across our growing portfolio of senior living communities. Ready to Apply? If you're a Colorado RN or LPN who is passionate about memory care leadership, we want to hear from you. We move quickly for the right candidate

• most qualified applicants are contacted within 48 hours. on Indeed to be introduced to the Aspen Ridge Memory Care leadership team in Grand Junction, CO. Recruiting Partner
• Staff Genius This opportunity is presented by Staff Genius , a leading medical and senior living recruiting firm. Staff Genius partners directly with Aspen Ridge and its parent company to identify exceptional nursing leaders and facilitate a smooth, confidential introduction to the community. When you apply, a Staff Genius recruiter will personally guide you through the interview process
• answering your questions, advocating on your behalf, and helping coordinate next steps with the hiring team.

There is no cost to candidates ; our services are sponsored by the employer. Equal Opportunity Employer Aspen Ridge is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled. Health Services Director, HSD, Director of Nursing, DON, Memory Care Director, Resident Care Director, Wellness Director, Nurse Manager, ADON, Charge Nurse, RN jobs Grand Junction CO, LPN jobs Grand Junction CO, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Memory Care nurse, Assisted Living nurse, Dementia Care, Alzheimer's Care, Senior Living, Long Term Care, CDPHE, Colorado Assisted Living Residence, QMAP, secure environment, Mesa County, Western Slope, Fruita, Palisade, Clifton, Montrose, Delta CO, Staff Genius, medical recruiter, nurse recruiter, healthcare staffing, senior living recruiting, zip code 81506

Pay:

$80,000.00

• $90,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Experience:

Assisted Living Facility Nurse Management in

Colorado:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person