MDS COORDINATOR - LPN

Maintained Duties

• Maintains and follows a schedule of due dates for all MDS.
• Captures the completion of the MDS by all disciplines.
• Reviews the MDS data for accuracy and meets with appropriate staff as needed to assure accuracy.
• Completes the MDS and inputs into the computer.
• Verifies that assessments have been transmitted and approved by the State in a timely manner.
• Corrects any rejected records and prepares them for re-submission.
• Completes CAAs according to state guidelines.

Resident Care Plan (RCP)

• Formulates Resident Care Plan (RCP) along with interdisciplinary care plan team for all residents in accordance with their needs and within the required time frame.
• Schedules and conducts RCP meetings on a regular and timely basis.
• Communicates the RCP to appropriate staff members and notifies supervisor if noncompliance by staff is noted.
• Works with all in house and ancillary departments to assure understanding and compliance with the RCP.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse, graduated from an accredited School of Nursing and have a current, valid LPN license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing and submit proof of license renewal every other year.
• Ability to read, know, and follow personnel, department and facility policies and procedures and adhere to local state and federal requirements.
• Experience with MDS-RAP and Care Planning functions.
• Prioritize experience with RUG-IV.
• Prioritize experience with MDS 3.0.