MDS

Job Description

Job Description

• Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents' physical, psychological, and functional status upon admission, periodically, and at discharge.
• Care Planning: Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans with short and long-term goals for residents.
• Documentation: Accurately complete and submit mandated MDS forms and other required reports.
• Team Collaboration: Lead or participate in interdisciplinary team meetings (nursing, PT, dietary) to discuss resident needs and care strategies.
• Reimbursement: Ensure data accuracy for Medicare/Medicaid payments, influencing Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs).

Key Qualifications

• License: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Experience: Proven experience in an MDS role or long-term care setting.
• Skills: Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership abilities, plus computer literacy (MDS 3.0 proficiency is key).
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of federal/state regulations and the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process.