MDS Coordinator (LPN)

Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The MDS Coordinator (LPN) at the Department of Veterans Services supports the Puller Veterans Care Center by ensuring accurate resident assessments, timely MDS submissions, and regulatory compliance with CMS and RAI standards. You will educate staff on assessment requirements and lead ongoing care plan development to enhance resident outcomes.

Requirements include Virginia licensure as an LPN, a nursing degree, and prior long-term care or SNF experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing and licensed in Virginia.
• Two years' experience in long-term care or SNF.
• Experience with resident assessment and MDS processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate completion and submission of all MDS sections.
• Maintain CMS and RAI regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
• Coordinate weekly care plan meetings across disciplines.
• Lead and document IDT/MDS meetings timely.
• Ensure up-to-date, resident-centered care plans and contact documentation.

Skills

MDS knowledge

CMS regulations

Nursing leadership

Education

Graduate from accredited School of Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Title: MDS Coordinator (LPN)

State Role Title:Licensed Practical Nurse

Hiring Range: $85,000 - $90,000

12-month Probationary period for current state employees will restart upon hire

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location:Puller Veterans Care Center

Agency Website:www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Ensure the accurate completion and submission of all sections and disciplines of the MDS.

Ensure regulatory compliance set by CMS and RAI Manual by staying up to date on latest regulations, conducting audits, and implementing corrective measures needed to ensure maximum reimbursement through CMS.

Implement and update all other required assessments on a quarterly, annual, and as needed basis while ensuring accurate resident assessments are obtained. Initiate the need for significant changes and corrections. If discrepancies are noted in the ADL coding or documentation/assessment requirements, will meet with staff and educate as needed.

Ensures resident’s care plans are initiated, up-to-date, resident-centered, and that correct interventions are being developed, implemented, and evaluated for effectiveness by monitoring and evaluating resident progress and making necessary adjustments to the care plans as needed.

Conducting comprehensive assessments and evaluations, documenting the findings, and ensuring regulation compliance by collecting and analyzing data about each resident via resident’s current health condition, medical history, and overall well-being.

Complete signing of all necessary documents and coordinate MDS related IDT meetings in timely manner.

Coordinate, lead, and document weekly care plan meetings incorporating disciplines of Nursing, Rehab, Dietary, Activities, Social Services, and Restorative Nursing.

Attend scheduled MDS/IDT/Care Plan meetings.

Ensuring daily and weekly documentation requirements on skilled/med part B/LTC residents are obtained and correct.

Serve as a resource person to all disciplines regarding RAI process, care planning, and resident assessments. Initiate MDS related staff in‑services as needed.

Performs other duties as may be assigned that are within the Nursing department’s mission and as situations warrant in meeting the overall needs of the facility.

May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

May work the floor/cart as needed should critical staffing needs arise.

Serves in the Nurse on‑call rotation.

Essential Supports PVCC’s mission by developing and maintaining positive working relationships and attitude with all employees, residents, and families to solve problems when they arise in a timely manner. Understands that PVCC has “zero tolerance” for disruptive and inappropriate behaviors, as well as requiring that all employees adhere to the “Code of Conduct” as defined by the PVCC and outlined in DHRM’s Policy 1.60, “Standards of Conduct.” An employee who supports PVCC’s mission:

• Contributes to a productive work environment through positive interactions with co-workers and supervisors.
• Values the work of others through mutual respect and support.
• Uses appropriate lines of communication and resources within the system to facilitate change and resolve problems.
• Uses appropriate conflict management techniques and resources to resolve problems with coworkers, supervisors, and customers in a direct, positive, and proactive manner.
• Interacts with coworkers, supervisors, residents, and families in a manner that reflects an attitude of respect and courtesy.
• Uses appropriate interactions and effective communication skills to facilitate positive resident outcomes.
• Works collaboratively with the Department Head and supervision to achieve department objectives.
• Seeks and accepts guidance on all concerns which impact the department and the facility.
• Abides by all the laws, regulations, policies and procedures that govern the operation of this facility.
• This position will generally require a 40-hour work week Monday through Friday
• Expected work hours will be 8:30– 5:00 PM including a 30 min unpaid lunch break.
• Hours subject to change per supervisor

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative hiring process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disabilities (COD) provided by the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.

The commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.

If you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019

May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Licensed in the State of Virginia

Two years' experience working in a long-term care setting or SNF.

One-year experience working as head/charge nurse or supervisor in a long-term care setting or SNF.

Six months experience completing resident assessment and MDS Form. CPR certification required upon hire or willing to obtain.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Contact Information

Name: Beth Rinker

Phone: [e-mail]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.