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 involves supervising nursing personnel, maintaining accurate documentation, and participating in quality assurance and staff development programs.
The position requires collaboration with physicians, residents, families, and other departments to provide comprehensive nursing care in a long-term care setting.
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 administration
medication preparation and administration
nursing staff supervision
care plan coordination
compliance with nursing policies
infection control procedures
documentation and charting
Nice-to-have
teamwork and leadership skills
effective communication with physicians
participation in staff development
quality assurance involvement
emergency preparedness participation
Key Requirements
Current active LPN/LVN license
CPR certification
Nursing degree or approved LPN/LVN program graduate