MDS Coordinator - LVN/RN

Paradigm Healthcare; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Blossom Care Center seeks an LVN or RN to join as MDS Coordinator, guiding care through accurate MDS/CAAs and ARD planning. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, schedule OBRA/Medicare/Medicaid assessments, and maintain documentation to reflect residents' needs.

Experience with PointClickCare is preferred. The role requires strong organizational and leadership abilities to manage multiple tasks while ensuring compliance and resident wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LVN or RN in the state.
• 2 years' experience in Long-Term Care preferred.
• Experience with RAI process completion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the current MDS status of each resident in accordance with laws, rules, and facility policies.
• Schedule residents for OBRA, Medicare PPS, and Medicaid assessments; communicate schedules to departments and families.
• Monitor clinical systems and coordinate MDS reassessment and care plan updates as resident conditions change.
• Set ARD with the interdisciplinary team to capture needs and services.
• Complete MDS and CAAs accurately per guidelines; participate in required meetings.

Skills

MDS coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Long-Term Care experience

RAI knowledge

PointClickCare

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

RN or LVN license

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

## Description**Calling all candidates who want to be part of a fun and growing team! Blossom Care Center is seeking a motivated LVN/RN to join our team as MDS Coordinator!****Job Duties*** Maintain the current MDS status of each resident, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as the facility's policies and procedures* Schedule residents for appropriate OBRA, Medicare PPS, and/or Medicaid required assessments and communicate the schedule to all other departments and families, as required* Monitor clinical systems for changes in resident condition that may affect the MDS process and scheduling and respond to changes in resident's condition by coordinating MDS reassessment and re-evaluation of the plan of care* Strategically set assessment reference date (ARD), in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team, to capture needs, care, and services delivered to most accurately reflect the status of the resident* Complete sections of MDS and CAAs accurately in accordance with policies, procedures, and guidelines* Coordinate and attend daily Casemix Meetings, weekly Utilization Review Meetings, and monthly Triple Check Meetings* Maintain assessments on the active clinical record for a minimum period of 15 months per Federal Regulations* Electronically transmit MDS data to the state in accordance with regulation and facility standards, policies, and procedures* Have knowledge of and utilize the facility's written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department* Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as necessary or as may be directed* Participate in developing, evaluating, revising, and implementing a plan of care for each resident to achieve and maintain the highest practicable level of wellbeing possible.* Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access the facility's information system* Provide education to residents/families/caregivers when the need arises, or as directed by Administration and/or physician* Provides prompt emergency support measures, including CPR, in accordance with physician orders, resident/family wishes, advance directives, and facility policies and procedures.**Benefits*** Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Referral program* Vision insurance## Qualifications**Required Education and Experience*** Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse in the State* A Registered Nurse License is preferred.* 2 years' experience in Long-Term Care experience preferred.* Six (6) months of experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices preferred.* 2 years' experience in RAI process completion preferred.* Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.* Must be able to demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and maintain a positive and professional attitude.* Strong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care, preferred.* Computer literacy skills (Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Internet).* Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.