The MDS Nurse is responsible for coordinating patient assessments, supervising nursing assistants, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements to provide quality care in a long term care facility
Job Summary
The MDS Nurse is responsible for coordinating patient assessments, supervising nursing assistants, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements to provide quality care in a long term care facility.
This role involves administrative duties including scheduling, documentation, medication administration, and participation in quality assurance and staff development programs.
The position requires collaboration with physicians, residents, families, and other departments to maintain a safe, clean, and supportive care environment.
Matching Summary
The MDS Nurse is responsible for coordinating patient assessments, supervising nursing assistants, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements to provide quality care 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 and safety procedures
Regulatory compliance in nursing
Nice-to-have
Teamwork and leadership skills
Effective communication with residents and families
Participation in continuing education
Problem identification and resolution
Ability to handle stressful situations
Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid processes
Key Requirements
Current active LPN/LVN license
Nursing degree or approved LPN/LVN program graduate
Current CPR certification
Knowledge of nursing laws and regulations
Ability to maintain continuing education and licensing