MDS Nurse Coordinator

MDS Coordinator Responsibilities

• Administering and managing assessments of residents in our facility.
• Speaking to residents and ensuring their wellbeing through regular checks.
• Developing care plans and assessment schedules for residents.
• Gathering data on the facility's current and future residents.
• Utilizing the RAI, MDS 3.0, QM, CBQM, and MBP manuals to inform activities and assessments.
• Following up on complaints and incidents reported by residents.
• Cooking with other key stakeholders to ensure proper care implementation.
• Reporting findings and making recommendations to management.
• Ensuring legal compliance for the facility by following MDS processes.
• Acting in a supporting role to the director and administrator of the facility.

MDS Coordinator Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Successfully completed the NCLEX-RN examination and the necessary state-specific certifications.
• Valid state certification as an MDS coordinator through a recognized organization, such as the AAPACN.
• A solid understanding of data collection, reporting, and analysis.
• Proficiency in MDS 3.0 assessments and procedures.
• A thorough understanding of medical-legal frameworks, such as the OBR Act of 1987.
• The ability to draft and create thorough care plans for residents.
• Exceptional communication and analytical skills.
• An excellent work ethic and understanding of MDS procedures.
• Superb organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and compassion.