The MDS Nurse is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring nursing staff compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements
Job Summary
The MDS Nurse is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring nursing staff compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
This role involves supervising nursing assistants, managing medication administration, maintaining accurate documentation, and participating in staff training and quality assurance programs.
The position requires effective communication with residents, families, medical staff, and government agencies while maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive environment for residents.
Matching Summary
The MDS Nurse is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring nursing staff compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Administer patient assessments accurately
Coordinate Medicare and Medicaid schedules
Supervise nursing assistants and personnel
Ensure compliance with nursing procedures
Prepare and administer medications
Maintain accurate nursing documentation
Participate in infection control programs
Nice-to-have
Leadership and supervisory skills
Effective communication with medical staff
Ability to handle stressful situations
Teamwork and collaboration
Patient orientation and family interaction
Participate in continuing education
Maintain a calm and positive environment
Key Requirements
Current active LPN/LVN license
Nursing degree or approved LPN/LVN program graduate
Current CPR certification
Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations
Ability to maintain continuing education and licensing