MDS - LVN

Job Opening: MDS Coordinator - LVN

Location:

Diablo Valley Post Acute

Position Type:


* Employment: Full-Time


* Starting Rate: $40 per hour

Benefits:


* Competitive Pay


* Healthcare Benefits: Including vision and dental (available for full-time employees)


* 401(k) Plan: Available for full-time employees


* Paid Time Off (PTO)


* Rewards and Bonus Opportunities


* Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities


* Fun Environment: Work with a great staff!

General Purpose:

The primary purpose of the MDS Coordinator position is to oversee the facility to ensure assessments are completed per guidelines.

A critical focus is on the resident assessment process, which includes individual assessments, MDS assessments, and resident care plans.

Essential Duties:


* Provide oversight for the facility's weekly PDPM meetings for skilled patients.


* Track and monitor the effective utilization of PDPM tools (including but not limited to Physician Diagnosis Verification, Admission/Discharge CSR [GG], Weekly CSR, PDPM Weekly Tracking Tool, and Point Right).


* Monitor QM and QASP performance monthly and quarterly, providing data analysis and clinical recommendations for optimal outcomes.


* Provide PDPM and MDS training to new MDS Coordinators.


* Assess and determine the health status and level of care for all new admissions.


* Ensure the accurate and timely completion of all MDS assessments, including PPS Medicare, quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments.


* Communicate the level of care for new residents to all disciplines.


* Coordinate interdisciplinary participation in completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each new admission according to regulatory time frames, ensuring thorough documentation as mandated by federal, state, and medical standards.


* Maintain an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments, including proper reference dates throughout the resident's stay.


* Responsible for data entry to assure accurate data entry and electronic submission of MDS assessments.


* Verify electronic submissions of MDS, performing corrections when necessary and maintaining appropriate records.


* Schedule and conduct resident care conferences in compliance with state and federal regulations, ensuring completion of all MDS reviews prior to these conferences.


* Assist disciplines in formulating and revising care plans, ensuring that residents' present and potential problems are identified and prioritized, with realistic goals established and appropriate nursing interventions provided.


* Evaluate resident care plans for comprehensiveness and individuality.


* Assess the achievement or lack thereof of desired outcomes, ensuring that care plans are reassessed and revised appropriately.


* Responsible for all level of care changes within the facility and notify all departments when such changes occur.


* Generate appropriate forms to complet...