Calling all candidates who want to be part of a fun and growing team! Nazareth Living Care Center is seeking a motivated LVN or RN to join our team as MDS Coordinator.

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Classification

Hourly Non-Exempt

Reports to

Administrator

Summary/Objective

In keeping with our organization’s goals, the primary purpose of the MDS coordinator is to coordinate the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process including the completion of an accurate/timely Minimum Data Set (MDS), developing the interdisciplinary plan of care, and leading the daily Medicare Prospective Payment System (PPS)/Medicaid Case-mix Meeting.

Job Duties

• Maintain the current MDS status of each resident, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as the facility’s 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 in resident’s condition 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/caregivers when the need arises, or as directed by Administration and/or physician
• Provides prompt emergency support measures, including CPR, in accordance with physician orders, resident/family wishes, advance directives, and facility policies and procedures.

Required Education and Experience

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse in the State
• A Registered Nurse License is preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in Long-Term Care experience preferred.
• Six (6) months of experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices preferred.
• 2 years’ 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.

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Display attention to detail
• Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner
• Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations)
• Exceptional judgment and active foresight
• Self-motivated and self-directed

Paradigm Healthcare was founded on the belief that by empowering each other, we can achieve more and provide better care to every patient we serve. We believe in taking a fundamental and basic human approach to our business, keeping it simple, real and to the point. We believe that by building an empowered team, who knows the value they hold, we can provide an unparalleled level of care to the residents who count on us.