Laurie Jonas

Dedicated and compassionate Memory Care Coordinator with over 7 years of experience in overseeing memory care unit operations, managing staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven ability to train and mentor care staff, engage effectively with families, and collaborate with hospice agencies. Skilled in medication cart auditing, EMR systems, and implementing resident care plans.

Eager to leverage expertise in fostering a safe and supportive environment to enhance resident well-being and contribute to THE CAMBRIDGE's commitment to quality care.

Memory Care Coordinator - THE CAMBRIDGE - Smyrna

(2023-11)

• Oversaw the daily operations of the memory care unit.
• Managed staffing in accordance with facility census requirements.
• Maintained and audited the medication cart to ensure compliance.
• Engaged with families to address issues and concerns effectively.
• Ensured compliance of Matrix Care for Memory Care with relevant regulations.
• Collaborated with various hospice agencies operating within the unit.
• Trained and mentored CMAs and care staff to enhance care quality.
• Adhered to standard precautions and OSHA guidelines.

Interim Executive Director - Regal Pointe of East Cobb - Marietta

(2024-11 - 2025-02)

• Directed facility operations and managed each individual department.
• Streamlined departmental processes to eliminate overtime effectively.
• Cultivated personal relationships with family members to enhance communication and trust.
• Oversaw the facility budget, ensuring alignment with corporate financial expectations.

Memory Care Director - Arbor Terrace of East Cobb - Marietta

(2024-08 - 2025-02)

• Implemented and managed resident care plans in collaboration with care staff, hospice agencies, and home health providers.
• Provided training and oversight for all care staff to ensure high standards of care.
• Maintained residents' charts and care plans in strict accordance with state guidelines.
• Fostered relationships with family members and outside vendors to support comprehensive care.

Resident Care Coordinator - Winnwood Retirement Community - Marietta

(2016-05 - 2023-09)

• Recruited, hired, and trained CMAs, CNAs, LPNs, and RAs for the assisted living facility.
• Developed and managed the staff schedule and training calendar for required annual training.
• Collaborated closely with the Wellness RN to address medication and level of care concerns for residents and their families.
• Ensured respite rooms were prepared and ready for new residents.
• Established relationships with hospice, home health, physical therapy, and occupational therapy teams based on residents' needs.
• Assisted CMAs with medication administration as necessary.
• Served as manager on duty on a monthly basis as required.

ER Technician - Emory Adventist - Smyrna

(2001-08 - 2007-08)

• Administered EKGs, inserted catheters (both indwelling and straight), initiated IVs, and drew labs and blood cultures as needed.
• Managed the stocking of the ER with linens, IV start kits, and essential medical supplies for shifts.
• Conducted cardiac monitoring for telemetry patients and collected all lab specimens as per protocol.

Combat Medic (68W) - U.S. Army - Fort Stewart

(1988-03 - 1991-03)

• Provided emergency care and transport for all soldiers and officers within my assignment.
• Served at field hospitals, participated in medivac missions, and managed ambulance duties.
• Maintained all medical equipment in both garrison and deployed environments.

High school diploma - Health Science - Chattahoochee Technical College (2008-08 - 2014-03)

High school diploma - Core Studies - Parkland High School (1983-08 - 1987-06)