MDS Coordinator

Location: Trenton

Department: Nursing

Reports to: Director of Nursing General

Purpose:

Responsible for conducting and coordinating the development of the required Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI/MDS) in accordance with state and federal requirements and facility policy. The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the development, review, and revision the individualized resident care plans.

Qualifications:

• Must have and maintain throughout employment an unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensure issued by the State Board of Nursing.

• Must have valid CPR certification and maintain active CPR certification throughout employment.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations specific to nursing home operation and licensure.

• Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.

• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with residents, families, vendors, visitors, government agencies, facility staff, hospital personnel, hospice representatives, and the general public.
• Must have excellent follow-through.

• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality individualized care.

• Ability to prepare and present educational material and or reports to various audiences.

• Ability to formulate reports, disseminate information, interpret data, and coordinate with multiple departments.

• Must be able to lift 60-70lbs frequently.

• Must be able to stand and/or walk throughout the scheduled shift.

• Must comply with attendance policy and established nursing staff schedules, be flexible, and make necessary accommodations for the needs of residents and families.

• Must have knowledge of computer systems, systems applications, and other office equipment.

• Must have excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to meet all local health regulations, and pass pre/post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation, and reference inquiry.

• Must have the ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships through the use of tactful, direct and sensitive interaction. Must be able to communicate verbally in a positive and professional manner.

• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families, co-workers, and to work cooperatively with others. MDS Coordinator

• Must attend in-service/education programs as required to learn new procedures and develop skills to meet regulatory compliance.

• Must agree not to disclose resident protected health information and report suspected or known violations of such to the Administrator.

Job Functions:

1) Operate and supervise within the prescribed scope of practice for a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the state.

2) Conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident MDS, CAA's, and individualized care plans per regulation and facility policy.

3) Submit/transmit MDS' to CMS as required.

4) Ensure MDS' are complete and accurate before submission to CMS. Submit an MDS correction as needed to ensure we transmit accurate data.

5) Maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that govern the development, use, and implementation of the MDS and the care plan as indicated.

6) Monitor the facility CASPER reports monthly. Provide detailed analysis of the facility Quality Indicators and Quality Measures for review and discussion during monthly Risk Management and Quality Assurance Committee Meetings and as assigned.

7) Ensure the individualized resident care plan in constructed in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Ensure the care plans include: the problems, appropriate goals/objectives, time frames, applicable interventions, and which professional service is responsible for each element.

8) Coordinate resident care plan meetings with the interdisciplinary…