MDS Nurse

What you will do

Oversee the coordination and participate in the completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (MDS, CAA’s and Care Plan) in accordance with current Federal and State Regulations. Assist in completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument with the Interdisciplinary Team. Notify all Interdisciplinary Team members of the MDS Assessment schedule for all payer sources.

Notify all Interdisciplinary Team members of changes to the MDS Assessment schedule for both all payer sources. Lead or participate in Daily PPS meetings, weekly Medicare meetings, and month end meetings to assure federal billing requirements are met. Information to complete the MDS is to be collected using the medical record, bedside assessment, and staff, resident and/or family interviews.

Develop and monitor a system to verify that all Interdisciplinary Team members have completed, dated, and signed the assessments according the Federal Regulations. Observe direct nursing care, review documentation and make appropriate recommendations, assist with chart audits.

What you need

Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with NC. Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience in a health care setting; long-term care setting preferred. Must have a current/active CPR certification. Personal integrity and professionalism to work effectively with the Interdisciplinary Team, Patients, and Families. Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.

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