LPN MDS Coordinator

Keswick Multicare•Baltimore, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Keswick, a not-for-profit aging services organization with over 140 years of expertise, is seeking a dedicated and caring LPN MDS Coordinator. This full-time position involves day shifts, Monday through Friday, and is located in Baltimore, MD. The role is crucial in collecting and assessing resident information for the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI), contributing to care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Keswick is recognized for its commitment to improving the experience of aging and has received multiple accolades for its high-performing services.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) current and in good standing with the MBON
Current AHA HCP BLS certification
Three years of experience working with MDS
AANAC-RAC-CT Certified (or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire)

Responsibilities

Meets with resident/patient in person to collect information (initial and ongoing) for the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and provides a focused assessment of the resident/patient health status.
Recognizes alterations to previous conditions and synthesizes the biological, psychological, spiritual, and social aspects of the resident/patient condition.
Assists in evaluating the impact of nursing care.
Attends clinical meetings.
Recommends nursing interventions and the possible need for different interventions.
Assesses the need to communicate and consult with other health team members.
Submits recommendations to Sr. RNAC and/or Director of Clinical Reimbursement (DCR) for review.
Completes a focused resident assessment (initial, quarterly, annual).
Ensures that documentation meets requirements of Keswick and regulatory agencies and is sufficient to substantiate reimbursement for Keswick services.
Completes MDS and MMDS according to established policies and procedures.
Contributes to the development of the plan of care based on identified resident/patient problems and needs.
Observes resident/patient response to the plan of care and recommends appropriate changes.
Keeps Sr. RNAC and/or Director of Clinical Reimbursement (DCR) informed of major or recurring problems.
Communicates any operational or patient care issues to the Unit Manager/DON as appropriate.
Reviews documentation of direct care staff and provides education to ensure documentation meets the requirements of Keswick and regulatory agencies.
Educates other members of the care-delivery team on MDS information and procedures.
Complies with regulatory and legislative requirements.
Participates as needed in federal, state, and local surveys and inspections.
Follows any plans of correction.
Reports abuse, neglect, or violence according to established procedures.
Addresses complaints from patients, families, or physicians or refers complaints to the Unit Manager.

Benefits

Health and prescription coverage with lower-than-average deductibles and copays
Dental and vision benefits
Free short- and long-term disability coverage
Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance for full-time employees (optional supplemental life insurance)
401(k) program with employer matching up to 6%
Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay with an option to "cash out" unused vacation hours
MTA discounted bus passes
Teladoc - Free 24-hour access to a physician
Employee Assistance Program with a variety of free services
Employee Recognition Program
Free access to our Employee Wellness Program, such as Zumba and Pilates