MDS Coordinator / LVN

Responsible for conducting and coordinating the development and completion of resident assessments, in accordance with the requirements of State, Federal and Company guidelines.

Responsible for overseeing the generation of Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each Medicare patient and electronic transmission of required data within time frame mandated by the State.Coordinates the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) in accordance with current regulations and guidelines, including; the implementation of CAAs and Triggers; conducting or coordinating the interview(s) of each resident for the residents assessment; evaluating each residents condition and pertinent medical data; developing and implementing procedures with the Director, Clinical Services for arrival of newly admitted residents; ensuring that all assessments are completed and transmitted in a timely manner; assisting community directors and supervisors in scheduling the resident assessment/care plan meetings; and contacting and assisting in scheduling participation by outside members of the care plan team, including the residents representative and/or other interested family members.Coordinates the development of a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs, the amount of care, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for care.

Ensures that the care plan includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet the residents needs, as identified in the residents assessment.Ensures generation and transmission of MDS is complete and timely.

Maintains and periodically updates written policies and procedures that govern the development, use, and implementation of the resident assessment (MDS) and care plan.

Ensures that a current copy of the MDS Instructors Manual is available to persons completing portions of the MDS.Develops, implements, and maintains an ongoing quality assurance program for the resident assessment/care plans.

Monitors the communitys QI and QM reports to ensure that appropriate corrective action can be implemented when potential problems occur.Assists the resident and Discharge Planning Coordinator in completing the care plan portion of the residents discharge plan.

Participates in functions involving discharge plans, as necessary.Participates in community surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.Provides leadership and participates in various committees including Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team, Policy Advisory, and Quality Assessment and Assurance.

Provides reports and assessment updates, as needed.Develops and participates in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of timely in-service training classes that include assessment skills or techniques needed to complete the assessment and MDS functions of the community.

Assists the In-service Director/Educator in developing any training activities needed, concerning resident assessment/care plan ski...