What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Nurse position at Adira Medical Resort?
Job Summary
The MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Essential Functions
- Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
- Provide basic nursing care to patients within Pelican Care Center's scope of practice that includes actions that meet psychosocial needs and physical needs.
- Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, 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 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 Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill.
- Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent recurrence.
- Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request.
- Perform functions of a staff nurse as required.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients/residents.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
- Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Nursing at a minimum; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Current state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
- Two years of relevant nursing experience required.
- At least one year of supervisory or management experience.
- Must have CRN C Certification (clinical compliance).
- Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
- Must be able to safely and successfully perform job-related functions, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law.
