What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Coordinator LVN (Subacute/Full Time/Days) position at Memorial Hospital of Gardena?
Job Summary : The MDS Coordinator completes and transmits MDS & Treatment Authorization Request (TAR). This position will report directly to the Nurse Director of the assigned facility / department. Actively and consistently contributes to department operations and communications, behaves in a manner consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Pipeline Health, upholding standards of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) patient communication.
Essential Functions :
- Assess and review, in collaboration with Pharmacy, Medical Director, Social Workers and Director of Nursing (DON), eligibility for prospective residents.
- Inputs MDS data as an accurate representation of residents and transmits it to the government according to regulations.
- Knowledgeable and able to interpret / apply Medicare and Medical requirements regarding MDS and TARs according to regulatory requirements.
- Establishes and maintains a collaborative working relationship with the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Maintains confidentiality, security, and integrity of departmental and resident information.
- Serves as a role model for the Mission, Vision and Values of the organization and fulfills other job duties as requested within Scope of Practice.
- Maintains current competencies as well as updated knowledge in specific area of practice.
- Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.
- Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members. Utilizes white boards for patient communication.
- Collaborates across disciplines to assist in coordination of patient care, including but not limited to patient transfer, discharge, referrals, and spiritual / psychosocial support needs.
- Acts with a sense of urgency when performing tasks.
- Basic unit / department maintenance such as keeping files, drawers, cabinets free from unnecessary clutter.
- Reports on any equipment and or environmental issues for repair.
- Abides by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
- Utilizes SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) when communicating with oncoming shift, physician communication and giving report to ancillary or other nursing services.
- Speaks up to stop the line and escalates potential safety events if necessary.
- Completes and attends monthly training assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
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