MDS Coordinator - LVN

SUMMARY Under the direction of the DON the MDS/RAC is responsible for conducting and coordinating the completion of the resident comprehensive assessment (RAC) which includes the Minimum Data Set (MDS), Resident Assessment Protocols (RAPs), and the RAP summary sheet. The coordination of periodical comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments upon admissions, annually and whenever there is significant change of condition. MDS nurse is utilized for large SNF's, or may have additional DSD duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.

Ensures interdisciplinary, comprehensive assessments and care plans are completed using common assessment periods within the times frames established by OBRA regulation.

Schedules interdisciplinary conference for review and updating of resident assessment and care plan.

Monitors plans of care to ensure resident assessments are utilized in the development of an interdisciplinary plan of care reflective of the resident's current physical, mental and psychosocial needs.

Provides educational training and clinical supervision in resident assessment for appropriate health care workers.

Ensures documentation relative to resident assessment process (RAI) is maintained according to State and Federal regulations and company policy and procedure.

Communicates problem identification with resident assessment process promptly to the DON and Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Graduate from accredited school of nursing.

Current licensure as an LVN in the state in which practicing. Evidence of training in resident assessment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Strong communication skills, oral and written.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Basic mathematical skills required

REASONING ABILITY: Demonstrates ability to understand and follow State and Federal regulations and established policies and procedures of the facility. Plans, organizes, and prioritize work assignments efficiently. Functions efficiently and effectively with minimum direction. The ability to coordinate different levels of health care professionals to assess the needs of residents based on a minimum data set and develop a comprehensive plan of care.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Self-starter. Detail oriented. Strong interpersonal skills.

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.