Resident Assessment / MDS Nurse ( RN )
Are you looking for something a little different in a healthcare career? A position that only requires patient assessment as the only direct care and a Monday through Friday schedule? If so, then you might be the perfect fit for a MDS Coordinator (RN) position within the organization.
About the role
Under the direction of the Director of Nursing (D.O.N.), the Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC) leads an interdisciplinary team using a core set of screening, clinical, and functional status elements which forms the foundation of a comprehensive assessment. RAC utilizes this comprehensive assessment to ensure the plan of care has a holistic approach centered around the resident’s wants, needs and goals.
The ideal candidate is a nurse with excellent documentation skills and superior assessment skills. She/he is detailed-oriented, employs the nursing process and uses critical thinking. The Resident Assessment Coordinator is an administrative nurse that is a leader and an educator in the post-acute care setting.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the interdisciplinary assessment process for assigned residents of the facility.
- Coordinate development of and ensure completion of Comprehensive Care Plan accordance with company, state and federal guidelines.
- Monitor residents to ensure that the individual resident Care Plans are followed and updated as necessary.
- Bring any variances noted to the attention the Director of Nursing and Care Plan Team.
Why consider this role
- Monday through Friday schedule - day shift
- Flexible work hours, if needed (compared to hospital where you can’t leave or come in later for occasional appointment during the shift/day).
- More administrative than direct resident care (outside of patient assessment).
- Build longer relationships with residents and their families than you get to in an acute setting
- Possible Resident Assessment Coordinator Certification (RAC-CT) through AANAC
Requirements
- Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with required State license in good standing
- Must be knowledgeable in general nursing standards of care and medical practices.
- Excellent analytical and deductive reasoning skills
- Computer literacy and comprehensive understanding of electronic documentation program.
Benefits
- Competitive Wages
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401K with company match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Vacation
Schedule
- Monday through Friday - day shift