MDS Coordinator

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• Experience in a long-term care facility.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of nursing procedures and protocols.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Pay

$78,900.00 - $108,500.00 +

Schedule

Full-time position.