MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

This is an on-site position for an LPN MDS Nurse responsible for completing and submitting accurate and timely MDS Assessments, Comprehensive Care Assessments (CCAs), and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and all applicable laws, regulations, and facility standards in a skilled nursing facility setting.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
• Report any changes in a patient's condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the Director of Nursing
• Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
• Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
• Review Final Validation Reports and ensure all assessments have been accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing
• Notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill
• Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
• Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request in the absence of the RN MDS Coordinator
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited LPN program
• Currently licensed and registered in applicable State
• Active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment
• Two years of nursing experience
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation; CPR certification must remain current during employment
• Advanced knowledge in field of practice
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledge of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in post acute care facilities
• Ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Proficiency in all competency areas including but not limited to patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Ability to maintain professional working relationships with all associates and vendors
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and confidential information
• Understanding and adherence to company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Integrity and professionalism in adhering to the facility's Code of Conduct
• Completion of mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Preferred Qualifications

• Geriatric nursing experience