What are the responsibilities and job description for the MDS Nurse position at The Laurels of Athens?
Nursing Opportunity at The Laurels of Athens
We are seeking an experienced nurse to join our team as a Care Management Nurse, MDS Nurse. If you want to remain clinically involved in patient care without being a bedside nurse, this role may be ideal for you.
You will work autonomously, managing your own work and prioritizing tasks efficiently. Our employee benefit package is one of the leading industry packages, including health insurance, 401K with matching funds, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Responsibilities:
- Complete MDS, CAA's, and care plans within regulated time frames.
- Assess residents through physical assessment, interview, and chart review.
- Discuss resident care needs with caregivers, including physicians, nurses, social services, therapy, dietary, and activity staff.
- Review information from hospitals, consults, and outside agencies, incorporating it into assessments and care planning.
- Coordinate, identify, and/or initiate significant change in MDS.
- Maintain MDS assessments per Medicare schedule and monitor skilled board for Medicare days and PDPM utilization in the absence of the Care Management Coordinator.
- Stay current with American Association of Nursing Assessment Coordinators (AANAC) requirements.
Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with experience.
- AANC certification (RAC-CT) is a plus.
- Familiarity with the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, including Prospective Payment Process (PPS), is strongly preferred.
- Experience as an MDS Nurse.
Estimated Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on experience and location.
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000
