MDS Nurse

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) • Fort Myers, FL

4h • $31 - $46 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Preserve, part of Volunteers of America National Services, is seeking an MDS Nurse to join their team in Fort Myers. The Preserve offers Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Care Services. This role is responsible for planning and organizing the MDS/RAI process in coordination with the RAI/PPS Coordinator, ensuring compliance with State and Federal MDS transmission requirements, and collaborating with clinical and administrative staff on the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process.

Requirements

• Current licensure in the state of employment as a Registered Nurse.
• Registered Nurse with previous long- term care experience with working knowledge of the RAI process preferred.
• Displays knowledge of RAI/PPS process
• Follows all infection prevention and control and OSHA requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous long-term care experience with working knowledge of the RAI process.

Responsibilities

• Works within coordination of RAI/PPS Coordinator for scheduling and proper coding of all new admission and PPS assessments.
• Completes the minimum data set assessment (MDS) and Care Area Assessment (CAAS) within the required time frames.
• Consults with IDT members for pertinent clinical information as needed.
• Utilize direct interview/observation skills, chart audits, resident/family interviews and communication with direct care staff when completing assessments.
• Works with Interdisciplinary team to determine resident significant change in status and OMRA assessments.
• Completes Nursing Sections of MDS per facility policy and ensures completion of assigned sections by other disciplines.
• Follows and updates facility MDS schedule and tracking forms per policy and procedure.
• Follow facility policy and procedure on Resident Care Planning.
• Ensure that care plans accurately reflect the cares and clinical monitoring provided.
• Audits completion and review of completed MDS assessments randomly on each floor monthly.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Saving Account (FSA)
• 403(b) - with discretionary contribution
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program
• Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)
• Short term disability
• Loan program
• Ministry Program
• NetSpend option: 50% of wages before payday

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level