MDS Coordinator (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The ideal MDS Candidate is very detailed orientated, organized, self-motivated, while still being bedside for resident assessment and meeting with families.  

Responsibilities

• Collect information to complete the MDS using the medical record, bedside assessment, and staff, resident and/or family interviews.
• Participate in Daily PPS meetings, weekly Medicare meetings, and month end meetings to assure federal billing requirements are met.
• Review Plan of Care at least quarterly and with each Comprehensive Assessment to assure changes during the quarter are included and updated.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse with required current state licensure.
• Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience in a health care setting; long-term care setting preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year of MDS experience.