MDS Coordinator (LPN)

divh2MDS Coordinator (LPN)/h2pLicensed Practical Nurse/pp$75,000 - $85,000/ppProbationary period for current state employees will restart upon hire/ppPay Band: 3/ppAgency: Dept of Veterans Services/ppLocation: Puller Veterans Center/ppJob Duties/ppEnsure the accurate completion and submission of all sections and disciplines of the MDS./ppEnsure regulatory compliance set by CMS and RAI Manual by staying up to date on latest regulations, conducting audits, and implementing corrective measures needed to ensure maximum reimbursement through CMS./ppImplement and update all other required assessments on a quarterly, annual, and as needed basis while ensuring accurate resident assessments are obtained. Initiate the need for significant changes and corrections. If discrepancies are noted in the ADL coding or documentation/assessment requirements, will meet with staff and educate as needed./ppEnsures residents care plans are initiated, up-to-date, resident-centered, and that correct interventions are being developed, implemented, and evaluated for effectiveness by monitoring and evaluating resident progress and making necessary adjustments to the care plans as needed./ppConducting comprehensive assessments and evaluations, documenting the findings, and ensuring regulation compliance by collecting and analyzing data about each resident via residents current health condition, medical history, and overall well-being./ppComplete signing of all necessary documents and coordinate MDS related IDT meetings in timely manner./ppCoordinate, lead, and document weekly care plan meetings incorporating disciplines of Nursing, Rehab, Dietary, Activities, Social Services, and Restorative Nursing./ppAttend scheduled MDS/IDT/Care Plan meetings./ppEnsuring daily and weekly documentation requirements on skilled/med part B/LTC residents are obtained and correct./ppServe as a resource person to all disciplines regarding RAI process, care planning, and resident assessments. Initiate MDS related staff in-services as needed./ppPerforms other duties as may be assigned that are within the Nursing departments mission and as situations warrant in meeting the overall needs of the facility./ppMay be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor./ppMay work the floor/cart as needed should critical staffing needs arise./ppServes in the Nurse on-call rotation./ppEssential/ppSupports PVCCs mission by developing and maintaining positive working relationships and attitude with all employees, residents, and families to solve problems when they arise in a timely manner. Understands that PVCC has zero tolerance for disruptive and inappropriate behaviors, as well as requiring that all employees adhere to the Code of Conduct as defined by the PVCC and outlined in DHRMs Policy 1.60, Standards of Conduct. An employee who supports PVCCs mission:/pp Contributes to a productive work environment through positive interactions with co-workers and supervisors./pp Values the work of others through mutual respect and support./pp Uses appropriate lines of communication and resources within the system to facilitate change and resolve problems./pp Uses appropriate conflict management techniques and resources to resolve problems with coworkers, supervisors, and customers in a direct, positive, and proactive manner./pp Interacts with coworkers, supervisors, residents, and families in a manner that reflects an attitude of respect and courtesy./pp Uses appropriate interactions and effective communication skills to facilitate positive resident outcomes./pp Works collaboratively with the Department Head and supervision to achieve department objectives./pp Seeks and accepts guidance on all concerns which impact the department and the facility./pp Abides by all the laws, regulations, policies and procedures that govern the operation of this facility./pp This position will generally require a 40-hour work week Monday through Friday/pp Expected work hours will be 8:30 5:00 PM including a 30 min unpaid lunch break./pp Hours subject to change per supervisor/ppMinimum Qualifications/ppGraduate from an accredited School of Nursing/ppLicensed in the State of Virginia/ppTwo years experience working in a long-term care setting or SNF./ppOne-year experience working as head/charge nurse or supervisor in a long-term care setting or SNF./ppSix months experience completing resident assessment and MDS Form. CPR certification required upon hire or willing to obtain./ppAdditional Considerations/ppNA/ppSpecial Instructions/ppYou will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position./ppThe commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work./ppExcluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate must pass a criminal background check./ppFor consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance./ppIn support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative hiring process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disabilities (COD) provided by the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability./ppIf you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability, use this link:/pp or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io/ppContact Information/ppName: Beth RInker/ppPhone: View email address on click.appcast.io/ppEmail: View email address on click.appcast.io/p/div