MDS Coordinator

Lifespace Communities, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 78,900 - 108,500; Full time

Job summary

Lifespace Communities, Inc. is seeking an MDS Coordinator in Mequon, Wisconsin. This role includes coordinating resident care, documenting nursing needs, and leading nursing aides to ensure quality health services.

Applicants must have a nursing diploma or associate degree and relevant experience in long-term care. Join us in empowering residents to live their aspirations while fostering a supportive community.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a long-term care facility.
• Valid Registered Nurse license and other certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Participate with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate resident’s care.
• Document resident’s condition and nursing needs.
• Provide leadership to nursing staff and monitor assignments.
• Administer treatments and medications as ordered.

Skills

Nursing care coordination

Documentation accuracy

Leadership

Communication with families

Education

Nursing diploma or associate degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Location

Newcastle Place

12600 N Port

Mequon, Wisconsin 53092

Pay Range

$78,900.00–$108,500.00+ Annual

Company Overview

Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non‑profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,500 team members and serves over 5,100 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.

Join our Clinal Services team as our new MDS Coordinator today!

A Few Details About The Role

• Participate with members of the interdisciplinary team to review, plan, coordinate and evaluate resident’s care.
• Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents in a timely manner.
• Oversee and provide leadership and discipline to licensed practical nurses and certified nursing aides. Develop, direct, and monitor nursing assistant assignments adjusting based on census and level of care required.
• Execute treatments as necessary while document status and observes reactions to medications and treatments.
• Initiate physician orders, verify all orders received are transcribed accurately in electronic records and treatment plan, administer medications, and provide treatments according to orders.
• Facilitate communication with families regarding change in medications and/or changes in the resident.
• Establish protocol to ensure care plans are continually reviewed for updated and accurate data that represents the individuality of the resident.

And Here’s What You Need To Apply

• Nursing diploma or associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program is required. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• One‑year experience working in a long‑term care facility.
• Certifications and Registered Nurse license and other licensure required by state regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer