MDS Coordinator (LPN)

The Carpenter Health Network; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Generous PTO

ESOP participation

Job summary

Center Point Healthcare and Rehab in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking an MDS Coordinator (LPN) to oversee SNF MDS assessments and related processes. The role requires a current LA LPN license and prior MDS experience in long-term care.

CPR certification is also required to ensure compliant patient care. You'll collaborate with the healthcare team to schedule assessments, ensure accuracy and timeliness, and maintain thorough documentation to support services and reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited licensed practical nursing program.
• Current LA LPN license.
• MDS experience in long term care required.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Completes SNF MDS assessments and transmits accordingly.
• Oversees assessment processes, set assessment schedules, and assures assessments are done in an accurate and timely manner
• Observes and reports responses to interventions as assigned
• Communicates with patient, family, caregivers, significant other, and members of the healthcare team to promote maximum benefit of care.
• Completes all documentation required to support the services provided and meet organizational, clinical and reimbursement requirements.
• Follows infection control guidelines as per nursing policy and procedure
• Responds to department needs. Participates in and contributes to the quality improvement process for the department and the institution.

Skills

MDS experience in long term care

CPR certification

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Now hiring for MDS Coordinator (LPN) in Baton Rouge, LA!

At Center Point Healthcare and Rehab, we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner.

As part of our team, you’ll receive company stock at no cost to you, with benefits that include:

• Building long-term wealth for your future
• Enjoying a retirement benefit you don’t pay for
• Sharing directly in the success you help create every day

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited licensed practical nursing program.
• Current Practical Nursing License (LPN) in the State of LA.
• MDS experience in long term care required
• Current CPR certification

Duties:

• Completes SNF MDS assessments and transmits accordingly.
• Oversees assessment processes, set assessment schedules, and assures assessments are done in an accurate and timely manner
• Observes and reports responses to interventions as assigned
• Communicates with patient, family, caregivers, significant other, and members of the healthcare team to promote maximum benefit of care.
• Completes all documentation required to support the services provided and meet organizational, clinical and reimbursement requirements.
• Follows infection control guidelines as per nursing policy and procedure
• Responds to department needs. Participates in and contributes to the quality improvement process for the department and the institution.

What We Offer:

• Health and dental insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• And most exciting of all — participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you a real stake in the company’s success at no cost to you.

Make a difference in the lives of others — and your own — with Center Point Healthcare and Rehab. Apply today!