Laura McGee
Eureka,MO
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Town and Country Senior Living, enhancing resident wellbeing through personalized care plans and innovative activity programming. Expert in dementia care and compliance oversight, I excel in fostering community and teamwork. Skilled in effective communication and multitasking, I significantly improve care standards and resident satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Memory Care Director
Town and Country Senior Living
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment for residents by conducting regular safety audits and implementing necessary improvements.
- Conducted regular assessments of each resident''s cognitive status, adjusting their care plans accordingly to provide the most appropriate level of support.
- Improved resident quality of life by developing and implementing personalized care plans for each individual in the memory care unit
- Collaborated with other departments to enhance inter-disciplinary care for residents, ultimately improving overall wellbeing.
Life Enrichment Director
Creve Coeur Assisted Living and Memory Care
Creve Coeur, MO
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided one-on-one programs and activities for residents unable to participate in group settings.
- Designed and planned all activities and calendars I had 3 assistants I was over who executed all activities as well as driving to all outings and Dr appointments.
- Coordinated holiday decorating of facility, garnering help of residents and volunteer staff.
- Collaborated closely with residents, using effective communication to better understand favorite activities.
Memory Care Activity Director
Anthology of Wildwood
Wildwood, MO
03.2017 - 01.2021
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies by maintaining accurate documentation of activity programs.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
Education
None - Dementia
Certified Dementia Practitioner
Wildwood, MOComputer Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Meramac Community College
Kirkwood, Mo05.1988
Skills
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Effective Communication
- Activity programming
- Activities scheduling
- Family Support
- Care Planning
- Compliance Oversight
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Staff Scheduling
- Dementia care expertise
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Multitasking
Timeline
Memory Care Director
Town and Country Senior Living
04.2024 - Current
Life Enrichment Director
Creve Coeur Assisted Living and Memory Care
08.2021 - 11.2023
Memory Care Activity Director
Anthology of Wildwood
03.2017 - 01.2021
None - Dementia
Certified Dementia Practitioner
Computer Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Meramac Community College