This listing was posted on ApplicantPro.
MDS Coordinator RN or LPN
Location:
Estherville, IA
Description:
JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of the MDS Nurse position (RN) is to conduct the completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (MDS), initiate nursing care plans and the transmission of the MDS within regulatory timeframes and requirements. SIGN ON BONUS: $5,000 for Full-Time Registered Nurse!!! All new hires must be COVID-19 vaccinated or have a medical or religious accommodation before you start. JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Administrative Functions Manage RAI process and Care Plans according to standards. Complete medical forms, reports, evaluations, and studies as directed.Participate in facility surveys and the development of a plan of correction as it relates to deficiencies sited in the resident assessment/care plan areas. Schedule resident assessment/care plan meetings and inform appropriate department supervisors accordingly. Assist in contacting outside members of the care plan team, including resident's representative/family members regarding participation in care plan meetings. Assessment and Care Plan Functions Conduct or coordinate the interviewing of each resident for the resident's assessment. Ensure that appropriate health professionals are involved in the assessment. Evaluate each resident's condition and pertinent medical data to determine any need for special assessment activities or a need to amend the admission assessment. Coordinate with the Director of Nursing to inform all assessment team members of the assessment date of newly admitted residents. Ensure that all members of the assessment team are aware of the importance of completeness and accuracy in their assessment and that they are aware of penalties, including civil monetary penalties for false certification. Coordinate the development of a written plan of care (interim and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care. Ensure that the care plan includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet the resident's medical, nursing, mental and psychosocial needs. Ensure that an initial resident assessment is completed within fourteen days of the resident's admission. Ensure that a comprehensive care plan is completed within twenty-one days of the resident's admission. Encourage the resident and family members to participate in the development and review of the plan of care. Develop the schedule of activities required for the completion of the Resident's assessment process. Assist the Director of Nursing Services and relevant supervisors in ensuring that all personnel providing direct care to the resident are aware of the plan of care and that they refer to the care plan prior to administering daily care. Ensure that quarterly and annual MDS and care plan reviews are completed per the schedule in the RAI Manual. Ensure that a complete assessment is conducted within fourteen days of a significant change in the resident's condition. Coordinate the review and revision of the care plan by the interdisciplinary team (including hospice, if appropriate) after each quarterly review to ensure that the care plan is revised to reflect the change in status. Assist the DON and other relevant supervisors in maintaining good rapport and morale between and within departments to ensure a team effort in providing consistent quality care.Ensure that each portion of the assessment is signed and dated by the person completing that portion of the MDS. Sign and date the MDS to certify its completion, RN only. Transmits MDS per state and federal regulations. Committee Functions Serve on committees as required or requested by the Administrator or DON. Provide written or oral reports as requested by various committees as it relates to resident care planning. Evaluate and implement recommendations from established committees that pertain to assessment and/or care plan functions. Personnel Functions Maintain an effective, friendly working relationship with health professionals, physicians, consultants and governmental agencies that may involve assessment and care plan functions. Meet with and solicit advice from department supervisors concerning the assessment and care plan functions. Staff Development Functions Assist in the development, planning, scheduling and conducting of timely in service training the IDT regarding assessment skills and techniques for completing the MDS. Such training would include but not be limited to interviewing residents, rehabilitation principles, psychotropic drugs, care plan documentation and functions, etc. Attend continuing education programs designed to keep abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license. Resident Rights Responsibilities Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information. Ensure that all residents are treated fairly, and with dignity, kindness and respect. Ensure that resident interviews are conducted in private. Ensure that all nursing service personnel are knowledgeable of and honor the residents' rights including the right to refuse treatment. Ensure that such requests are in accordance with the facility's policies governing advance directives. Ensure that the facility's policies and procedures governing advance directives are reviewed with the resident and/or representative. Review complaints and grievances made by the resident and make a written/oral report to the DON indicating what action(s) were taken to resolve the complaint or grievance. Follow the facility's established procedures. Obtain a written record of the resident's complaints and/or grievances that indicates the action taken to resolve the complaint or the current status of the complaint. Give report to DON or Administrator. Report and investigate all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Company:
Aspire Nursing And Rehab Of Estherville
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
Visit Our Partner Website
This listing was posted on another website. Click here to open: Go to ApplicantPro
Important Safety Tips
- Always meet the employer in person.
- Avoid sharing sensitive personal and financial information.
- Avoid employment offers that require a deposit or investment.
To learn more, visit the Safety Center or click here to report this listing.
More About this Listing: MDS Coordinator RN or LPN
MDS Coordinator RN or LPN is a Nurse & Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse Job at Aspire Nursing and Rehab of Estherville located in Estherville IA. Find other listings like MDS Coordinator RN or LPN by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse Jobs.
MDS Coordinator RN or LPN is a Nurse & Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse Job at Aspire Nursing and Rehab of Estherville located in Estherville IA. Find other listings like MDS Coordinator RN or LPN by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse Jobs.