MDS Nurse

PACS•Johns Island, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Johns Island Post Acute is a gorgeous 132-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility in Johns Island SC, just 10 minutes away from historic downtown Charleston. Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of those we serve? At Johns Island Post Acute, we value the relationships we have in our community, with our fellow colleagues, and also with residents and family members. Are you a rockstar nurse who loves organization, teamwork, and making a BIG impact behind the scenes? 🌟 We’re on the hunt for an energetic, detail-loving MDS Nurse to join our incredible nursing home team! This role is perfect for an LPN or RN who knows that great documentation = great resident care 💙 🩺 💼 General Purpose The MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) is responsible for coordinating and completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments in compliance with federal and state regulations. This role ensures accurate documentation of resident care, supports reimbursement processes, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality outcomes for residents.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered LPN or RN license
Strong communication & organizational skills
A heart for long-term care and advocating for residents ❤️
Current LVN/LPN license in the state of practice.
Knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI process, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement guidelines.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the Microsoft Suite products.
Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing.
Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and talk, read or hear.
Frequent use of all office-related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator.
Travel by auto or airline may be required.

Nice To Haves

MDS experience preferred (but we’ll love your drive and passion, too!) 🚀
Prior experience in long‑term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Completing and coordinating MDS assessments like a pro 📋✨
Supporting accurate, timely documentation 🖊️
Collaborating with our awesome interdisciplinary team 🤝
Helping drive quality measures and positive outcomes 📊📈
Keeping us organized, compliant, and survey-ready ✔️
Complete MDS assessments and care area assessments (CAAs) within required timelines.
Ensure accuracy of resident clinical documentation 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 impacting MDS and skilled nursing documentation.
Work closely 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 effectively with residents and families regarding care planning.