Regional MDS Consultant LPN

About the role

The Regional MDS Consultant LPN oversees the MDS process across multiple healthcare facilities within a designated region, ensuring MDS assessments and care planning meet regulatory standards and best practices. The consultant provides guidance, training, and support to facility-based MDS nurses and staff to maintain accurate documentation, ensure compliance, and improve patient care outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Offer support and guidance to facility-based MDS Coordinators, nursing staff, and leadership teams to improve the accuracy and quality of MDS documentation and care plans.
• Work closely with regional leadership, clinical teams, and other healthcare professionals to promote high-quality care and regulatory compliance across all facilities.
• Implement standards of RAI process through the formulation of policies and procedures.
• Review MDS data for trends, errors, and discrepancies, preparing reports for facility leadership and regional management.
• Assist with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Provide ongoing education and training for facility staff on MDS processes, documentation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Work through local/state/federal agencies, company, and external resources to facilitate clinical competency.
• Conduct periodic audits of MDS assessments and documentation to ensure compliance with all regulations and identify areas for improvement.
• Spread performance improvement initiatives.
• Assist with survey management, as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.
• Ability to communicate professionally, both in writing and in-person.
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout the region.
• Ability to make independent decisions and to take directive action when circumstances warrant.

Qualifications

• Current CPR Certification required.
• Specific training in gerontological nursing preferred.
• Experience as a MDS Nurse gained in a Skilled Nursing Facility required.
• Possess a current license to practice in the State as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Benefits

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!