MDS Coordinator - LVN/RN

Blossom Care Center; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; 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 in Cuyahoga Falls, OH seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator to join our day shift team. The role requires LVN or RN licensure, LTC experience, and the ability to lead MDS activities and coordinate assessments with interdisciplinary staff.

You will schedule ARD dates, ensure timely MDS/CAA processes, participate in meetings, and maintain compliant documentation while delivering high-quality resident care. A $5,000 signing bonus is offered to qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered active license to practice as an LVN or RN in the State.
• Registered Nurse license is preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in Long-Term Care preferred.
• 6 months of experience in rehabilitative/restorative nursing preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in RAI process completion preferred.
• Ability to make independent decisions when warranted; leadership and organizational skills required.
• Strong computer literacy (Outlook, Office) and familiarity with Point Click Care preferred.
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks."

Responsibilities

• Maintain the current MDS status of each resident in accordance with federal/state laws and facility policies.
• Schedule residents for OBRA, Medicare PPS, and/or Medicaid assessments and communicate schedules.
• Monitor MDS process and coordinate reassessment and care plan updates.
• Set assessment reference date (ARD) with the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete MDS and CAAs accurately per policies and guidelines.
• Attend daily Casemix, weekly Utilization Review, and monthly Triple Check meetings.
• Maintain assessments for a minimum of 15 months per Federal Regulations.
• Electronically transmit MDS data to the state per regulations and facility standards.
• Provide education to residents, families, and caregivers as needed.
• Provide CPR and emergency support per physician orders and directives.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Communication

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Blossom Care Center - Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Day, 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!

***$5,000 Bonus!!!***

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.