JOBSUMMARY: $37.00-$41.50
Theprimary purpose of the MDS Coordinator - RN position is to conduct andcoordinate the development and completion of the Resident AssessmentInstrument, initiate nursing care plans, assure resident safety and ensurecompletion and transmission of the MDS within regulatory time frames andrequirements.
JOBDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative Functions
• Conductand coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS)according to current rules, regulations and guidelines set forth in the RAIUser manual, including the implementation of Care Area Triggers and Care AreaAssessments.
• ManageRAI process and Care Plans according to VHS standards.
• Completemedical forms, reports, evaluations, and studies as directed.
• Develop,implement and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the residentassessment/care plans.
• Participatein facility surveys and the development of a plan of correction as it relatesto deficiencies sited in the resident assessment/care plan areas.
• Scheduleresident assessment/care plan meetings and inform appropriate departmentsupervisors accordingly.
• Assistin contacting outside members of the care plan team, including resident'srepresentative/family members regarding participation in care plan meetings.
• Asrequired, communicate with fiscal intermediary concerning rates and obtainadditional coverage for residents as necessary.

Assessment and Care Plan Functions
• Conductor coordinate the interviewing of each resident for the resident's assessment.Ensure that appropriate health professionals are involved in the assessment.
• Evaluateeach resident's condition and pertinent medical data to determine any need forspecial assessment activities or a need to amend the admission assessment.
• Coordinatewith the Director of Nursing to inform all assessment team members of theassessment date of newly admitted residents.
• Ensurethat all members of the assessment team are aware of the importance ofcompleteness and accuracy in their assessment and that they are aware ofpenalties, including civil monetary penalties for false certification.
• Coordinatethe development of a written plan of care (interim and comprehensive) for eachresident that identifies the problems/needs, indicates the care to be given,goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible foreach element of care.
• Ensurethat the care plan includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet theresident's medical, nursing and mental and psychosocial needs.
• Ensurethat an initial resident assessment is completed within fourteen days of theresident's admission.
• Ensurethat a comprehensive care plan is completed within twenty-one days of theresident's admission.
• Encouragethe resident and family members to participate in the development and review ofthe plan of care.
• Developthe schedule of activities required for the completion of the Resident'sassessment process.
• Assistthe Director of Nursing Services and relevant supervisors in ensuring that allpersonnel providing direct care to the resident are aware of the plan of careand that they refer to the care plan prior to administering daily care.
• Ensurethat quarterly and annual MDS and care plan reviews are completed per theschedule in the RAI Manual.
• Ensurethat a complete assessment is conducted within fourteen days of a significantchange in the resident's condition.
• Coordinatethe review and revision of the care plan by the interdisciplinary team(including hospice, if appropriate) after each quarterly review to ensure thatthe care plan is revised to reflect the change in status.
• Assistthe DON and other relevant supervisors in maintaining good rapport and moralebetween and within departments to ensure a team effort in providing consistentquality care.
• Ensurethat each portion of the assessment is signed and dated by the personcompleting that portion of the MDS.
• Signand date the MDS to certify its completion.
• TransmitsMDS per state and federal regulations.

JOBREQUIREMENTS:
Education

• Must be a graduate from an accredited Nursing school or possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience
• Mustpossess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a RN in thisstate.
• Atleast one (1) year experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing or as astaff nurse in a health care facility. Experience in long-term care required.

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