MDS Coordinator/RN

About the role

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing Services, the Medicare/MDS Coordinator is responsible for notifying and coordinating the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for MDS assessment completion in accordance with State and Federal regulations. Coordinates the Medicare/MDS resident assessment process. Ensures the Interdisciplinary Team completes the MDS Assessment in a timely manner. Coordinates development, implementation and evaluation of plan of care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs, administers or implements as needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the resident plan of care or as ordered by the physician
• Coordinates and provides as needed nursing care in accordance with infection control standards
• Follows safety policies in performing nursing care
• Coordinates and initiates as needed emergency measures according to center policy and within standards of nursing practice

Requirements

• Current RN License in state of California
• 2 years experience as an MDS Coordinator in a Skilled Nursing Facility
• Background check with no history of abuse