The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements within a long term care facility
Job Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements within a long term care facility.
This role includes supervising nursing assistants, managing medication administration, maintaining documentation, and participating in staff training and quality assurance programs.
The position requires collaboration with medical staff, residents, families, and other departments to provide comprehensive nursing services and maintain a safe, clean, and supportive care environment.
Matching Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements within a long term care facility.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
patient assessment administration
care plan coordination
medication preparation and administration
nursing personnel supervision
documentation and charting compliance
infection control procedures
safety and sanitation monitoring
Nice-to-have
teamwork and leadership skills
effective communication with medical staff
participation in continuing education
problem identification and resolution
resident and family orientation
quality assurance participation
emergency preparedness involvement
Key Requirements
Current active LPN/LVN license
Nursing degree or approved LPN/LVN program graduate