LPN MDS Coordinator - Long Term Care (M-F Lakewood)

University Health • Lakewood, CO

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The LPN MDS Coordinator manages resident care as it relates to the MDS and Care Plan, in accordance with HFCA regulations and guidelines, state regulations, the organization’s mission, and direction from the Director of Nursing LTC and Administrator. The position is based at UH Lakewood Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, in the Long Term Care Unit. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Current licensure as a practical nurse in the State of Missouri.
• Three years of direct care experience, including one year of long-term care experience.
• Demonstrated clinical assessment skills and ability to develop and use care plans.
• Knowledge of current nursing practice standards and procedures, and of laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
• Ability to apply nursing techniques to specific patient situations.
• Current knowledge of HFCA regulations and guidelines, MDS requirements and procedures, PPS procedures, and RUGS categories.
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain Care Plans, MDS records, resident charts, and reports.
• Ability to promote resident quality of life and quality of care, as evidenced by regulatory agency survey results.
• Ability to communicate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Ability to problem solve and handle multiple tasks professionally.
• Experience organizing healthcare committees and meetings, including coordinating attendees and meeting outputs.
• Expertise using computer software related to producing Care Plans and MDSs.

Responsibilities

• Manage resident care related to the MDS and Care Plan in accordance with applicable federal and state regulations, guidelines, and the organization’s mission.
• Prepare and maintain Care Plans, MDS records, resident charts, and reports accurately.
• Promote resident quality of life and quality of care.
• Communicate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Problem solve and handle multiple tasks professionally.
• Organize healthcare committees and meetings, including coordinating attendees and meeting outputs.
• Use computer software related to producing Care Plans and MDSs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed