MDS Assessment Nurse

Juniper Communities•State College, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Assessment Coordinator (MDS Assessment Nurse) works within the Health and Wellbeing Team. This role is responsible for maximizing RUGS and CMI scores through the coordination, documentation, and facilitation of all resident assessment activities within the community, adhering to the guidelines of each department. The position ensures the accuracy and completion of ADLs and assists in managing the day-to-day operations of the community's health and wellbeing component. The goal is to ensure the maximum levels of resident functional ability, safety, and wellbeing, in accordance with Juniper Village's philosophy, hallmarks, policies, and procedures, as well as current federal, state, and local regulatory standards.

Requirements

An RN or LPN license.
A current RN or LPN license in good standing.
Previous management experience in healthcare or service-related setting.
Knowledge of all applicable governmental regulations.
Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance to Juniper Village philosophy and hallmarks as well as all written policies and procedures that govern the Community Life and Health and Wellbeing Departments.
Ensures resident safety at all times.
Embraces Culture Change and resident-centered philosophy.
Complete all residents MDS’s and RAPS as needed accurately and timely. This includes: new admissions, re-admissions, quarterly, yearly and change of conditions and significant changes.
Input all MDS’s into computer.
Attend care conferences, audits care conference materials and signs the MDS.
Responsible for assuring MDS’s and care plans are compliant with regulation.
Write and update care plans per assessments and monitor that acute care plans are current.
Complete all assigned paperwork to meet current regulatory compliance standards.
Assist in the coordination of effective communication among Resident Associates, residents, and families.
Maintain liaison with residents and family members.
Assist in the planning and implementation of the In-Touch Orientation and in-service training.
Assist in establishing rapport among Wellness team members to facilitate teamwork.
Assist in the recruitment and selection of competent Resident Associates.
Make written and oral reports to the Director of Wellness or Administrator concerning the operation of the Wellness Department.
Work in concert with other members of the Leadership Team.
Assist Director of Wellness in various nursing activities.
Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned.
Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts.
Assist in the coordination of regularly scheduled wellness meetings.
Complete all administrative paperwork as required.
Work in conjunction with resident’s attending Physician, as needed, to make certain highest quality of service is being provided.
Submit recommendations to the Director of Wellness or Administrator for budget completion, equipment, and supplies.
Maintain confidentiality of all resident and staff information.
Serve as networking team member, as directed.