MDS Nurse RN

Job Description

Job Description

MDS Nurse (RN) Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced MDS Nurse (RN) to join our team at Centerville Health and Rehab, a leading provider of long-term care services. As an MDS Nurse (RN), you will play a vital role in our care team, working closely with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for our residents. If you are a dedicated and compassionate nurse with a passion for delivering high-quality care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as chairperson of the inter-disciplinary care plan team

• Develops and updates the initial plan of care within five days of admission

• Maintains and updates the plan of care for each resident at a minimum of biweekly

• Coordinates and leads the weekly Utilization Review/Medicare Meeting

• Completes the monthly skilled billing log and submits on/before the 8th day of the month

• Ensures all emergency and resident care measures are utilized to stabilize the resident's condition

• Conducts daily stand up meetings with IDT, including rehab to monitor the MDS process progress

• Other responsibilities include:

  • Working with the inter-disciplinary team in developing plan of care for each resident

  • Informing all IDT members of any significant change in resident's condition that will necessitate a full resident assessment

  • Notifying and coordinating the IDT for MDS assessments completion according to the admission date, assessment reference date, and MDS transmission date

  • Monitoring compliance by the IDT members in completion of the MDS and care planning process

  • Reporting ongoing performance related issues to the Administrator as appropriate

Qualifications:

• Current valid license nursing license issued in the state where the person will practice from an accredited school of nursing

• Two years of MDS experience in the long-term care setting

• Must be able to demonstrate leadership and organizational skills, and provide positive attitude

• Must have a thorough knowledge of the specialized procedures applied, and equipment used, in the assigned unit

• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing principles are required

• CPR certified

Work Environment:

• Our modern and well-equipped facility offers a positive and supportive work environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and compassionate nurse looking for a new challenge, please submit your application today. We look forward to hearing from you!