MDS Minimum Date Sheet Nurse

Cavalier Healthcare•England, AR

1h•Onsite

About The Position

To complete M.D.S. on each resident in compliance with state and federal regulations which reflects an accurate picture of the resident. Accountability: R.N. Coordinator, Director of Nursing, Administrator DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluate the overall status of the residents by observations and interviews with the staff and/or resident in order to complete an accurate M.D.S., Complete the M.D.S. on a timely basis as per state and federal regulations. Input the M.D.S. in the computer and transmit as per state and federal requirements. Print C.A.T. and C.A.A. and either complete or assist with their completion. After the C.A.T. ad C.A.A. are completed, work with the interdisciplinary team in order to complete the care plan. Input the care plan in the computer. Update or assist with updating the care plans as needed. Communicate with residents, family members, other disciplines and health care professionals regarding the status of the resident. Be capable of working the floor if the need arises. Be knowledgeable about and promote resident rights. Prevents abuse, neglect and exploitation in the elderly. Promote a safe, clean environment in which the residents may live. Check the 24-Hour Report daily in order to be aware of changes in the residents’ conditions and/or plans of treatment in order that a Significant Change M.D.S. can be completed, if applicable. Any other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Director of Nursing or R.N. Coordinator. Become a participating facility team member with the residents as first priority Keep all departments (Nursing, Social Services, Activities, Dietary and Therapy) aware of the M.D.S. schedule.

Requirements

Hold/handle
Lift
Carry
Reach – at and below shoulder height
Push/pull
Grasp and handle – pens, paperwork and small equipment
Sit, stand and walk
Twist, bend, stoop, kneel, and squat
Fine hand motor coordination
Ability to read and write legibly
Ability to comprehend and follow instructions
Talking: Communicating with residents, families, physicians, visitors and staff
Hearing: Taking instructions from the Administrator, To respond to resident complaints and requests, To respond appropriately to disaster instructions and pages
Sight: For performing job effectively and correctly
Smell: For accurate detection and maintenance of facility odors
Touch: In order to detect changes in temperature
Must be an L.P.N. or R.N. currently licensed and in good standing with the Board of Nursing in the state in which the facility is located.
Must be able to tolerate a high pace as typical for a nursing facility.
Must be able to take and give instructions well and enjoy working with the elderly.
Although employee is required to sit for prolonged periods of time, he/she must also be able to tolerate prolonged standing and walking.

Responsibilities

Evaluate the overall status of the residents by observations and interviews with the staff and/or resident in order to complete an accurate M.D.S.
Complete the M.D.S. on a timely basis as per state and federal regulations.
Input the M.D.S. in the computer and transmit as per state and federal requirements.
Print C.A.T. and C.A.A. and either complete or assist with their completion.
After the C.A.T. ad C.A.A. are completed, work with the interdisciplinary team in order to complete the care plan.
Input the care plan in the computer.
Update or assist with updating the care plans as needed.
Communicate with residents, family members, other disciplines and health care professionals regarding the status of the resident.
Be capable of working the floor if the need arises.
Be knowledgeable about and promote resident rights.
Prevents abuse, neglect and exploitation in the elderly.
Promote a safe, clean environment in which the residents may live.
Check the 24-Hour Report daily in order to be aware of changes in the residents’ conditions and/or plans of treatment in order that a Significant Change M.D.S. can be completed, if applicable.
Any other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Director of Nursing or R.N. Coordinator.
Become a participating facility team member with the residents as first priority
Keep all departments (Nursing, Social Services, Activities, Dietary and Therapy) aware of the M.D.S. schedule.