MDS Nurse LPN

PACS

124d • $41,600 - $65,000

About The Position

Union Post Acute offers a truly home like environment for all residents, whether in the 40 bed assisted living or the 88 bed skilled rehab in rural Union, SC. As the only of our kind in the area, we pride ourselves on delivering patient-centered care across the spectrum of care. We are looking for compassionate and talented individuals to join our work family. Are you an MDS Nurse who thrives on meaningful work and wants to be part of a team where your voice matters? We’re investing in strong leadership, clinical quality, and staff culture—and the MDS Nurse plays a central role in that change.

Requirements

• LPN license (in good standing)
• MDS experience preferred—but we’re open to training the right candidate with clinical drive and attention to detail
• Strong understanding of PDPM, care planning, and resident assessments
• Ability to adapt, stay organized, and lead through change
• Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
• Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintain all required continuing education/licensing requirements
• 3 years of supervisory experience preferred
• Long Term Care Experience Preferred
• Proficient in the Microsoft Suite products
• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, care planning, and RAI processes
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support high-quality resident care
• Ensure compliance with CMS guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to our mission to raise the bar and create a stronger, resident-centered care environment
• Provides oversight on facilities’ weekly PDPM meetings for skilled patients
• Tracks and monitors facility effective utilization of PDPM tools
• Tracks and monitors QM and QASP performance monthly and quarterly and provides data analysis and clinical recommendations for facility for optimum outcomes
• Provides PDPM and MDS training to new MDS Coordinators
• Assesses and determines the health status and level of care of all new admissions
• Ensures the accurate and timely completion of all MDS Assessments
• Communicates level of care for new resident to all disciplines
• Coordinates interdisciplinary participation in completing the MDS for each new admission to facility according to regulatory time frames
• Ensures completeness and thoroughness of documentation as mandated by federal, state and medical standards
• Maintains an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments
• Responsible for the data entry function to assure accurate data entry and electronic submission of MDS assessments
• Verifies electronic submissions of MDS, performs corrections when necessary and maintains appropriate records
• Schedules and conducts resident care conferences in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Assists disciplines in formulating and revising care plans
• Evaluates resident care plans for comprehensiveness and individuality
• Ensures that resident’s present/potential problems are identified and prioritized
• Responsible for all level of care changes within the facility
• Notifies all departments when a level of care change has been made
• Generates appropriate forms to complete level of acuity and changes
• Transmits forms to the appropriate agency for processing as required by state law
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information

Benefits

• Salary of $41,600-65,000
• Leadership support that backs you up—not burns you out
• Autonomy in your role with clear expectations
• A chance to help turn a building around—and be recognized for it
• Health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree