The MDS Coordinator RN 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 Coordinator RN is responsible for administering patient assessments, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in a long term care facility.
This role includes supervising nursing assistants, managing medication administration, maintaining accurate documentation, and participating in staff training and safety programs.
The position requires collaboration with physicians, residents, families, and other departments to provide quality nursing services and support facility quality assurance initiatives.
Matching Summary
The MDS Coordinator RN 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
patient assessment administration
medication preparation and administration
nursing staff supervision
care plan coordination
charting and documentation 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