MDS Specialist On Site Full-Time (RN or LPN)

The Suites at Someren Glen•Centennial, CO

6d•$40 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

The MDS Coordinator partners across multiple departments to coordinate the development, completion, and ongoing updates of resident assessments and care plans, in accordance with state requirements and the policies and goals of Christian Living Communities. This role monitors and guides the completion of PPS, OBRA, and CAA assessments, steps into direct nursing care when needed, and supports leadership during surveys and inspections by authorized government agencies.

Requirements

Active RN or LPN license in good standing
Prior MDS coordination experience strongly preferred
Working knowledge of PPS, OBRA, and CAA assessment processes
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to collaborate effectively across nursing, therapy, social services, and other departments
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Nurse licensure, in good standing in the state of operation.
Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university associate with licensure.
Must have a minimum of two (2) years of managerial experiences in a hospital or nursing care
Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to prove care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served
Schedule flexibility
Able to problem solve independently when warranted, demonstrates knowledge of medical practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations, and nursing care communities
Basic knowledge with office software applications including Word, Outlook and Excel.
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language
Must possess excellent customer service skills

Responsibilities

Oversees and evaluates the gathering of information for assessments and care plans; schedules and facilitates care plan conferences
Monitors and guides the completion of PPS, OBRA assessments, and CAAs
Maintains and periodically updates written policies and procedures governing the development, use, and implementation of the resident assessment (MDS) and care plan
Ensures timely and accurate transmission of completed MDS to appropriate parties on a weekly basis; maintains 15 months of completed MDS on all residents for surveyors
Performs assigned duties as part of an interdisciplinary team
Performs the role of a nurse when needed and as assigned
Completes administrative duties such as medical forms, reports, evaluations, and studies as necessary
Develops and maintains an ongoing quality assurance program for resident assessments and care plans
Participates in on-site surveys conducted by authorized government agencies
Other duties as assigned