MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

This position is responsible for completing and submitting accurate and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations in a skilled nursing facility setting. The LPN MDS Nurse works with the interdisciplinary team to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and facility standards while supporting the post-acute care population.

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
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited LPN program
• Currently licensed and registered as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) in applicable state; must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment
• Two years of nursing experience
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation; must remain current during employment
• Advanced knowledge in field of practice
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in post-acute care facilities
• Ability to implement and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Proficiency in all competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Ability to maintain professional working relationships with all associates and vendors
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information
• Understanding and adherence to company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Ability to display integrity and professionalism by adhering to the facility's Code of Conduct
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

Preferred Qualifications

• Geriatric nursing experience