MDS RN

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Resident Care Coordinator RN ensures a current care plan and MDS for all residents and that all documents pertaining to plan of care are consistent in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, facility policies and as may be directed by the Administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN in Wisconsin

• Must possess current CPR certificate or become certified within 90 days of employment.

• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in an understandable manner.

• Must possess leadership and the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees the scheduling, completion, and accuracy of all MDS item sets.

• Coordinate the development of a written plan of care for each resident that identifies the problems/needs/concerns for the resident. Check for adequate description of problems, resident centered goals, which are realistic and measurable and multi-disciplinary approaches to goals.

• Chairs resident care plan conference and relays all concerns from resident and/or family/responsible party to the Administrator.

• Oversee that residents/ families/responsible parties are contacted in relation to participation in care plan conferences per RAI guidelines.

• Plan, conduct, and participate in In-service Education Program as it pertains to the RAI process.

• Monitor resident’s medical record, including MDS, Cardex, Care Plans, progress notes, Physician Order Sheets, Flow records, monthly nursing summaries, IDT notes/assessments, etc. for consistency and content. Address discrepancies in documentation which are not consistent and/or do not meet program standards to appropriate department manager and Administrator.

• Maintain ICD-10 codes for current diagnosis.