MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

Life Care Centers of America • Riverview, MI

314d

About The Position

The LPN MDS Nurse is responsible to complete and submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Requirements

• Attended an accredited LPN program.
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years' nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• CRN C Certification (clinical compliance).
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
• Advanced knowledge in field of practice.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations.
• Report any changes in a patient's condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the Director of Nursing (DON).
• Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation.
• Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan.
• Review Final Validation submissions and ensure all assessments have been accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill.
• Review CMS submissions to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence.
• Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request in the absence of the RN MDS Coordinator.
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Associate degree