MDS LPN

PACS

About The Position

The MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) coordinates and completes Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in compliance with federal and state regulations. The role ensures accurate resident-care documentation, supports reimbursement processes, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality outcomes. It has no supervisory requirements. The position involves completing MDS assessments and care area assessments (CAAs) on time; maintaining regulatory compliance; supporting individualized care planning; monitoring resident progress; and participating in care conferences, audits, surveys, and quality improvement initiatives. The MDS Nurse works with nursing, therapy, social services, and dietary staff to gather resident information, provides guidance on documentation standards and MDS requirements, and communicates with residents and families about care planning. The employee must maintain required continuing education and licensing and remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing. The work environment is usually low to moderate in noise level. Travel by automobile or airline may be required. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds and is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, read, or hear. The role involves prolonged computer use and frequent use of office equipment.

Requirements

Current LVN/LPN license in the state of practice.
Knowledge of MDS 3.0, the RAI process, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement guidelines.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, including technical procedures and policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information effectively, respond to questions from managers and employees, and communicate information about a resident’s condition.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems, handle situations with limited standardization, and interpret written, oral, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite products.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, read, or hear; use a desktop or laptop computer for prolonged periods; and frequently use office-related equipment.
Travel by auto or airline may be required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in long-term care or a skilled nursing facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete MDS assessments and care area assessments (CAAs) within required timelines.
Ensure resident clinical documentation is accurate to support care planning and reimbursement.
Maintain compliance with CMS, state, and facility guidelines.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans.
Monitor resident progress and update care plans as needed.
Participate in resident care conferences and quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure MDS submissions meet regulatory requirements for Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.
Assist with audits and surveys by providing accurate documentation and reports.
Stay current with regulatory changes affecting MDS and skilled nursing documentation.
Work with nursing staff, therapy, social services, and dietary teams to gather resident information.
Provide education and guidance to staff on documentation standards and MDS requirements.
Communicate with residents and families regarding care planning.
Maintain required continuing education and licensing and remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.