MDS Coordinator

MDS Nurse - RN

Job Summary

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Responsibilities:

• Conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the resident assessment, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers.
• Maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the development, use, and implementation of the resident assessment (MDS) and care plan.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc., as necessary.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the resident assessment and care plans.
• Assist the resident and Discharge Planning Coordinator in completing the care plan portion of the resident's discharge plan.
• Participate in Facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
• Monitor the Facility's QI and QM reports to ensure that appropriate corrective action can be implemented when potential problems areas occur.
• Ensure that all assessments are completed and transmitted in a timely manner. Report problem areas to the Administrator.
• Ensure that a current copy of the MDS Instructor's Manual is available to persons completing portions of the MDS.

Personnel Functions:

• Maintain an effective, friendly working relationship with health professionals, physicians, consultants, and governmental agencies that may be involved in the resident assessment and care plan functions of the Facility.
• Meet with and solicit advice from department supervisors concerning the resident assessment and care plan functions of the Facility.

Nursing Care Functions:

• Develop and implement procedures with the Director of Nursing Services to inform all assessment team members of the arrival of newly admitted residents.
• Assist Facility directors and supervisors in scheduling the resident assessment and care plan meetings.
• Contact and assist in scheduling participation by outside members of the care plan team, including the resident's representative and/or other interested family members.

Therapy Functions:

• Assist in interviewing residents to evaluate daily living skills and capacities and determine extent of abilities and limitations.
• Assist in determining appropriate treatment, selecting activities and exercises based on medical and social history of residents.
• Participate in the development and implementation of resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly and annual reviews.
• Assist in scheduling therapy services.
• Assist occupational therapist in therapy activities.
• Brief resident on procedures involved in occupational therapy and prepare necessary equipment.
• Assist in transporting resident to and from occupational therapy room or area.
• Demonstrate to residents and staff personnel the procedures involved in the treatment process, as necessary.
• Perform occupational therapy in the resident's room, if necessary.
• Reassure resident before and during therapy session.

Staff Development:

• Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of timely in-service training classes that include assessment skills or techniques needed to complete the assessment functions of the Facility.
• Assist in developing any training activities needed concerning resident assessment and care plan skills (including, but not limited to initial or refresher courses relative to techniques for interviewing residents, rehabilitation principles, commonly used psychotropic drugs, care plan functions, etc.).

Care Plan and Assessment:

• Develop preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the nursing needs of each resident, utilizing the forms required by current rules or regulations and Facility policies.
• Ensure that appropriate health professionals are involved in the assessment.
• Ensure that all members of the assessment team are aware of the importance of completeness and accuracy in their assessment functions and that they are aware of the penalties, including civil money penalties, for false certification.
• Coordinate the development of a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems and needs of the resident, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care.

Resident Rights:

• Honor the resident's refusal of treatment request. Report such action to your supervisor.
• Abide by the resident's participation in treatment decision.
• Inform the resident of consequences of not participating in prescribed therapy and document such action in the resident's clinical record.
• Report any complaints or grievances to the department supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in this state.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.

People-Centered Rewards:

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k with company match
• Early Pay via Tapcheck!
• Employee Perks & Discount program via NES
• PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
• $Referral Bonus Program$
• Mentorship Programs
• Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities
• Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp