MDS Assessment Nurse

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance to Juniper Village philosophy and hallmarks as well as all written policies and procedures that govern the Community Life and Health and Wellbeing Departments
• Ensures resident safety at all times
• Embraces Culture Change and resident-centered philosophy
• Complete all residents MDS’s and RAPS as needed accurately and timely
• This includes: new admissions, re-admissions, quarterly, yearly and change of conditions and significant changes
• Input all MDS’s into computer
• Attend care conferences, audits care conference materials and signs the MDS
• Responsible for assuring MDS’s and care plans are compliant with regulation
• Write and update care plans per assessments and monitor that acute care plans are current
• Complete all assigned paperwork to meet current regulatory compliance standards
• Assist in the coordination of effective communication among Resident Associates, residents, and families
• Maintain liaison with residents and family members
• Assist in the planning and implementation of the In-Touch Orientation and in-service training
• Aid in the establishment of rapport among Wellness team members to facilitate teamwork
• Assist in the recruitment and selection of competent Resident Associates
• Make written and oral reports to the Director of Wellness or Administrator concerning the operation of the Wellness Department
• Work in concert with other members of the Leadership Team
• Assist Director of Wellness in various nursing activities
• Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned
• Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts
• Assist in the coordination of regularly scheduled wellness meetings
• Complete all administrative paperwork as required
• Work in conjunction with resident’s attending Physician, as needed, to make certain highest quality of service is being provided
• Submit recommendations to the Director of Wellness or Administrator for budget completion, equipment, and supplies

Qualifications

• An RN or LPN license
• A current RN or LPN license in good standing
• Previous management experience in healthcare or service-related setting
• Knowledge of all applicable governmental regulations
• Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult