MDS Assistant - FT - LVN

Job Overview Provides oversight on facilities’ weekly PDPM meetings for skilled patients. Tracks and monitors facility effective utilization of PDPM tools (including but not limited to Physician Diagnosis Verification, Admission/Discharge CSR(GG), Weekly CSR, PDPM Weekly Tracking Tool, Point Right). Tracks and monitors QM and QASP performance monthly and quarterly and provides data analysis and clinical recommendations for the facility for optimum outcomes. Key Responsibilities Provides PDPM and MDS training to new MDS coordinators. Assesses and determines the health status and level of care of all new admissions and communicates the level of care to all disciplines. Ensures accurate and timely completion of all MDS Assessments including PPS Medicare, quarterly, annual, and significant change. Coordinates interdisciplinary participation in completing the Minimum Data Set for each new admission according to regulatory time frames. Maintains an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments to include the proper reference dates throughout the resident’s stay. Responsible for the data entry function to assure accurate data entry and electronic submission of MDS assessments. Verifies electronic submissions of MDS, performs corrections when necessary, and maintains appropriate records. Schedules and conducts resident care conferences in compliance with state and federal regulations and ensures completion of all MDS reviews prior to resident care conference. Assists disciplines in formulating and revising care plans and evaluates resident care plans for comprehensiveness and individuality. Assesses the achievement or lack of achievement of desired outcomes, and ensures the resident’s care plan is reassessed and revised appropriately. Responsible for all level of care changes within the facility, notifies all departments when a level of care change has been made, generates appropriate forms, and transmits forms to the appropriate agency for processing as required by state law. Maintains confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Supervisory Requirements Position has supervision duties. Qualifications Graduated from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred. Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintain all required continuing education/licensing requirements. Three years of supervisory experience preferred. Long‑term care experience preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Suite products. Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred. Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times. Language Skills Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public. Ability to seek out new methods, principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Proficiency in Microsoft Suite products is required. Physical Demands The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, be involved in prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer, sit, stand, walk, talk, read or hear, and frequently use office‑related equipment including copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator. Travel by auto or airline may be required. Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above and may be subject to change due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed and are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. EEO Statement We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr (San Diego Post Acute) Pepperbush Holdings, LLC