The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans according to regulatory requirements, and ensuring nursing staff compliance with facility policies
Job Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans according to regulatory requirements, and ensuring nursing staff compliance with facility policies.
This role involves supervising nursing assistants, managing medication administration, participating in quality assurance programs, and maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.
The position requires leadership in staff development, safety monitoring, and collaboration with other departments to provide quality care to residents in a long term care setting.
Matching Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans according to regulatory requirements, and ensuring nursing staff compliance with facility policies.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Patient assessment administration
Care plan coordination
Medication preparation and administration
Nursing staff supervision
Regulatory compliance management
Charting and documentation
Infection control procedures
Nice-to-have
Leadership and team collaboration
Staff development and training
Quality assurance participation
Effective communication skills
Problem solving and decision making
Patient and family orientation
Safety and sanitation monitoring
Key Requirements
Current active LPN/LVN license
Nursing degree or approved LPN/LVN program graduate