The MDS Nurse is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in a long term care facility
Job Summary
The MDS Nurse is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in a long term care facility.
This role involves supervising nursing personnel, managing medication administration, and participating in staff development and safety programs to maintain high standards of resident care.
The position requires collaboration with physicians, residents, families, and other departments to provide comprehensive nursing services and support quality assurance initiatives.
Matching Summary
The MDS Nurse is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in a long term care facility.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Administer patient assessments accurately
Coordinate nursing care plans
Supervise nursing assistants and staff
Ensure compliance with nursing policies
Prepare and administer medications
Maintain nursing documentation and charting
Participate in infection control programs
Nice-to-have
Provide leadership and team support
Participate in staff training and development
Maintain positive resident and family relations
Assist with quality assurance programs
Handle emergency and safety procedures
Communicate effectively with healthcare teams
Key Requirements
Current active LPN/LVN license
Nursing degree or approved LPN/LVN program graduate
Current CPR certification
Knowledge of nursing and medical practices
Ability to maintain continuing education and licensing