The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with Medicare and Medicaid regulations
Job Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
This role includes supervising nursing assistants, managing medication administration, maintaining accurate documentation, and participating in quality assurance and staff training programs.
The position requires strong leadership, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with residents, families, staff, and regulatory agencies in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Matching Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
patient assessments coordination
medication administration and verification
nursing staff supervision and leadership
care plan development and review
regulatory compliance in nursing
charting and documentation accuracy
infection control and safety procedures
Nice-to-have
teamwork and collaboration skills
effective communication with medical staff
problem solving and decision making
patient and family orientation
participation in staff development
ability to handle stressful situations
Key Requirements
Current active LPN/LVN license
Nursing degree or approved LPN/LVN program graduate
Current CPR certification
Knowledge of PCC preferred
Ability to maintain continuing education and licensing