MDS Coordinator - LVN​/RN

Job Details

Job Location:

Paradigm at Katy - Katy, TX 77494

Position Type:
Full Time

Job Shift: Day

• Maintain the current MDS status of each resident in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as facility policies and procedures.
• Schedule residents for appropriate OBRA, Medicare PPS, and/or Medicaid required assessments and communicate the schedule to all other departments and families as required.
• Monitor clinical systems for changes in resident condition that may affect the MDS process and scheduling and respond to changes by coordinating MDS reassessment and re-evaluation of the plan of care.
• Strategically set assessment reference date (ARD) in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team to capture needs, care, and services delivered to most accurately reflect the status of the resident.
• Complete sections of MDS and CAAs accurately in accordance with policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Coordinate and attend daily Casemix Meetings, weekly Utilization Review Meetings, and monthly Triple Check Meetings.
• Maintain assessments on the active clinical record for a minimum period of 15 months per Federal Regulations.
• Electronically transmit MDS data to the state in accordance with regulation and facility standards, policies, and procedures.
• Have knowledge of and utilize the facility’s written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed.
• Participate in developing, evaluating, revising, and implementing a plan of care for each resident to achieve and maintain the highest practicable level of wellbeing possible.
• Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access the facility’s information system.
• Provide education to residents, families, and caregivers when the need arises or as directed by Administration and/or physician.
• Provide prompt emergency support measures, including CPR, in accordance with physician orders, resident/family wishes, advance directives, and facility policies and procedures.

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse in the State.
• Registered Nurse License is preferred.
• 2 years of experience in Long-Term Care preferred.
• Six months of experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices preferred.
• 2 years of experience in RAI process completion preferred.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must be able to demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Strong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care preferred.
• Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet).
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.