MDS Assistant RN / LPN

MDS Assistant (RN / LPN) Position Overview The MDS Assistant participates in supervising and coordination of all MDS (Minimum Data Sets) and care plans for residents within the facility in a timely and factual manner and in accordance with the state requirements. Key Responsibilities At the direction of the MDS Coordinator conducts and coordinates the MDS and Care Plan as outlined by the facility’s policies and procedures. Assists with informing all care team members of when a care plan is due and ensuring that all care team members complete their portion of the MDS. Develops and/or revises resident care plans quarterly and with any significant change in condition. Assists with completion of all PPS and state Minimum Data Set required assessments. Ensures all residents have the appropriate MDS, CATs, and CAAS completed. Participates as directed by MDSC or ED in care plan meetings. As directed by the MDSC submits MDS to state/federal agencies according to Medicare/Medicaid guidelines. Assists with the maintenance of the Resident Assessment and Care Plan Schedule ensuring all dates for MDS and CAAS completion are met in accordance with state/federal guidelines. Ensures residents’ rights are observed in the MDS Process, such as confidentiality and privacy. Maintains effective communication among departments so MDS and care plans can be kept current when changes to the residents’ condition occur. Monitors resident care during the MDS process and reports concerns to the Facility Executive Director and Director of Nursing Services. Assists with the pre-admission screening process as directed by the MDSC or ED. Reports contraindications between observed resident status and documentation in the residents’ medical record to the Director of Nursing Services. Qualifications Must hold current RN or LPN nursing license in the state of employment; license must be active, valid, and in good standing. Experience in Long Term Care preferred. Computer skills such as Data Entry and Word processing required. Working knowledge of the MDS 3.0 (current version of minimum data set). Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to skilled nursing facilities. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care. Benefits Quarterly Pay Increase Daily Pay Company-Paid Life Insurance Telehealth Services Double Pay on Holiday Care Team Member Relief Fund #J-18808-Ljbffr