The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans according to regulatory requirements, and ensuring nursing personnel comply with facility policies and procedures
Job Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans according to regulatory requirements, and ensuring nursing personnel comply with facility policies and procedures.
This role involves supervising nursing assistants, managing medication administration, maintaining documentation, and participating in staff development and quality assurance programs.
The position requires collaboration with physicians, residents, families, and other departments to provide comprehensive nursing care and maintain a safe, clean, and compliant care environment.
Matching Summary
The MDS Coordinator is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans according to regulatory requirements, and ensuring nursing personnel comply with facility policies and procedures.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
patient assessment coordination
medication administration and verification
nursing staff supervision
care plan review and implementation
documentation and charting compliance
infection control and safety procedures
Nice-to-have
leadership and team collaboration
staff training and development
quality assurance participation
effective communication skills
emergency preparedness involvement
Key Requirements
Current active LPN/LVN license
Nursing degree or approved LPN/LVN program graduate