MDS Coordinator

Lifespace Communities

$78K — $108K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing required; Bachelor's preferred.
  • At least 1 year of experience in a long-term care facility.
  • Active Registered Nurse license per state regulations.
  • Certifications relevant to nursing and MDS.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

  • Participate with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate and coordinate resident care.
  • Document resident conditions accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Oversee and lead licensed practical nurses and nursing aides, adjusting assignments as needed.
  • Execute and document treatments and observe reactions to medications.
  • Initiate and verify physician orders in electronic records.
  • Communicate changes in medications or resident status to families.
  • Ensure care plans are regularly reviewed for accuracy regarding resident individuality.

Benefits

  • Supportive team environment with interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Opportunities for professional development and further education.
  • Leadership roles with scope for career advancement in clinical services.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
Community:
Newcastle Place

Address:
12600 N Port

Mequon, Wisconsin 53092

Pay Range
$78,900.00-$108,500.00+ Annual

Join our Clinal Services team as our new MDS Coordinator today!

A few details about the role:
  • Participate with members of the interdisciplinary team to review, plan, coordinate and evaluate resident's care.
  • Documents the resident's condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents in a timely manner.
  • Oversee and provide leadership and discipline to licensed practical nurses and certified nursing aides. Develop, direct, and monitor nursing assistant assignments adjusting based on census and level of care required.
  • Execute treatments as necessary while document status and observes reactions to medications and treatments.
  • Initiate physician orders, verify all orders received are transcribed accurately in electronic records and treatment plan, administer medications, and provide treatments according to orders.
  • Facilitate communication with families regarding change in medications and/or changes in the resident.
  • Establish protocol to ensure care plans are continually reviewed for updated and accurate data that represents the individuality of the resident.


And here's what you need to apply:
  • Nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program is required. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • One-year experience working in a long-term care facility.
  • Certifications and Registered Nurse license and other licensure required by state regulations.


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