Staff Development / MDS Coordinator

Staff Development & MDS Coordinator (RN)

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP :


This position reports directly to the facility Director of Nursing Services for Staff Development role and directly to the Administrator for MDS Coordinator role.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsible for planning, organizing and delivering new hire orientation and in-service education in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator and the Director of Nursing Services, to ensure that employees are adequately trained in order to provide the highest degree of quality care. Participates in Resident Assessments Process through completion of the pertinent items on the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and the accompanying Care Area ASSESSMENTS (CAAs). Participates in developing individualized resident Care Plans, identifying the needs of the resident and projected outcomes; as required by Federal and State regulations. Completing state (OSA) assessments as assigned.

ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES:

1. Conducts new hire orientation program adhering to state and federal regulations and facility policies and procedures.

2. Conducts facility mandatory in-service training programs as required by state and federal laws and facility policies and procedures. Communicates in-service calendar to staff and ensures in-service training is offered at convenient/required times.

3. Ensures initial medical clearance prior to date of hire.

4. Ensures Orientation online education is completed with passing scores.

5. Creates employee personnel file upon completion of initial orientation.

6. Coordinates and facilitates the CNA training program at frequency needed to meet facility needs regarding vacancies.

7. Researches and develops lesson plans for orientation and in-service program. Ensures that learning objectives, methods of teaching and evaluation/post-test are included and that lesson content is accurate and up-to-date.

8. Offers the required continuing education units for RN, LPN, and CNA staff annually.

9. Develops training according to adult learning principles which includes delivery of training through a wide variety of mediums, such as lectures, videos, guest speakers, role playing, games, etc.

10. Collaborates with department managers and identifies through direct observation and staff feedback the training needs for staff

11. Coordinates completion of Competency Skills Checklists as requested for all positions. Completes competency skills for Licensed Staff and Certified Nursing Assistants.

12. Maintains detailed educational profiles for each employee and ensures employees complete required compliance and other training by maintaining accurate, detailed attendance records and regularly reconciling with current employee listing

13. Instructs and ensures, based on reference material (i.e., PDR's, Federal, State Regulations, facility Policy & Procedure manuals etc.) maintained at nurses' station, is current. Recommends written

material that will assist the nursing service department in meeting the day-to-day needs of the resident.

14. Supports, teaches, and monitors facility employees for compliance with policies and procedures.

15. Assists on the nursing floor and provide direct care to residents as needed.

16. Coordinates with Infection Preventionist regarding control program for facility, including tracking and trending of facility infection on a monthly and quarterly basis.

17. Contributes to the center interdisciplinary RAI process while following RAI guidelines for completion, computer coding and electronic transmission of the MDS.

18. Coordinates the completion of the resident assessment instrument: MDS, and CAAs, OSA'sin accordance with the current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the resident assessment.

19. Assists with developing resident(S) plan of care in conjunction with other IDT members.

20. Attends/participates in educational programs to maintain knowledge with current RAI/PPS regulations.

21. Attends facility in-services and department/facility meetings as applicable.

22. Maintains safe and clean work area and adheres to location/company safety standards for the healthcare professional.

23. Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect; know and comply with and ensure that all nursing services personnel know and comply with Resident's Rights.

24. Complies with all Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional as applicable to the position and in the business location or workplace.

25. Adheres to location protocols and department/company policy and procedures.

26. Adheres to established HIPAA confidentiality standards of patient/resident and client location information.

27. Participate in daily Morning Meeting and PPS meeting.

28. Timely opening, locking, sealing, and transmission of assessments for Medicare and other required assessments.

29. Participates in the facility Quarterly Assurance process. Serves on committees and develops/implements improvement.

30. Attends mandatory in-services and facility/department meetings as required.

31. Serve as on-call Nurse Supervisor.

32. Maintains on-site regular attendance as scheduled.

33. Performs all other tasks as assigned.

COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Complies with applicable legal requirements, standards, policies and procedures including but not limited to HIPAA.

2. Participates in required orientation and training programs, as required.

3. Reports concerns and suspected incidences of non-compliance using to the DNS and Administrator.

4. Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations.

5. Participates, as requested, in process improvement responsibilities.

6. Must be a Registered Nurse in good standing and currently licensed by the State.

7. Previous experience in a hospital, long-term facility, or other healthcare related facility.

8. Computer skills- Windows applications; computer experience; Point Click Care experience preferred.

9. On-call required

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES / QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Distributes and implements compliance-related materials within management area.

2. Ensures timely and accurate reporting and responses to compliance-related issues and monitors the implementation of corrective action plans related to such issues.

3. Ensures that staff participates in orientation and training programs including but not limited to all required compliance classes and relevant policies and procedures, and that such training is properly documented.

4. Participates in monitoring and auditing activities and investigations, and implementing quality improvement process, as required.

5. Completes performance reviews based on the accomplishment of established standards that promote adherence to compliance and quality standards.

6. Participates in compliance and other required training programs.

7. Prepares compliance reports, as required.

Core Competencies/Skill Sets

1. Ability to teach and train adults

2. Ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, vendors and the general public.

3. Ability to function as an effective team member through good communication and cooperation to meet departmental goals, to develop/maintain good personnel relations and employee morale.

4. Ability to understand and monitor applicable regulations, policies and procedures.

5. Sufficient verbal and written communication skills to perform the task required

6. Sufficient computer skills required to perform duties

Professional Experience/Education Requirements

1. Demonstrated experience in direct care (long term care preferred).

2. Demonstrated experience in supervision.

3. Demonstrated experience in adult education and training preferred.

4. Nursing degree, RN degree preferred or when required by state regulations.

5. Demonstrated proficiency in RAI/PPS process is preferred.

6. Previous experience as an MDS Coordinator is preferred.

Certification/Licensure

1. Active RN license in State of Connecticut

2. Current CPR certification

3. CNA Training Program Instructor (Eligible or Approved)