The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans according to regulatory requirements, and ensuring timely and accurate documentation
Job Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans according to regulatory requirements, and ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
This role involves supervising nursing assistants, maintaining compliance with facility policies, and participating in quality assurance and infection control programs.
The position requires collaboration with physicians, residents, families, and other departments to provide comprehensive nursing care and support within a long-term care facility.
Matching Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans according to regulatory requirements, and ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Patient assessments administration
Care plan coordination
Medication preparation and administration
Nursing personnel supervision
Regulatory compliance management
Charting and documentation
Infection control procedures
Nice-to-have
Team leadership and development
Effective communication skills
Problem identification and resolution
Resident and family orientation
Quality assurance participation
Safety and sanitation monitoring
Key Requirements
Current active LPN/LVN license
Nursing degree or approved LPN/LVN program graduate