MDS Coordinator, RN/LPN

Applicants must pocessess nursing licensure.

Review the department's policy and procedures, Job Descriptions, etc., at least annually for revisions and make recommendations to the Administrator.

Follow established departmental policies and procedures. Oversees the scheduling, completion, and accuracy of all MDS item sets. Coordinate the development of a written plan of care for each resident that identifies the problems/needs/concerns for the resident.

Check for adequate description of problems, resident centered goals, which are realistic and measurable and multi-disciplinary approaches to goals. Chairs resident care plan conference and relays all concerns from resident and/or family/responsible party to the Administrator. Oversee that residents/ families/responsible parties are contacted in relation to participation in care plan conferences per RAI guidelines.

Plan, conduct, and participate in In-service Education Program as it pertains to the RAI process. Assist in implementing and maintaining an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to the RAI process and data entry. Attend and participate in continuing education programs.

Monitor resident's medical record, including MDS, Cardex, Care Plans, progress notes, Physician Order Sheets, Flow records, monthly nursing summaries, IDT notes/assessments, etc. for consistency and content. Address discrepancies in documentation which are not consistent and/or do not meet program standards to appropriate department manager and Administrator. Maintain ICD-9 codes for current diagnosis.

Report IT concerns to help desk timely. Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's QAPI program. Attend relevant meetings as directed by the Administrator.

Perform other related duties as assigned.