MDS Coordinator - LVN/RN

PARADIGM HEALTHCARE; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

PARADIGM HEALTHCARE in Katy, TX is seeking a full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse. The role involves maintaining MDS status for residents, scheduling assessments, and monitoring clinical systems for changes in resident conditions.

The ideal candidate will hold a current Texas nursing license, have experience in long-term care, and demonstrate strong organizational and leadership skills. Benefits include health, dental, and life insurance, paid time off, and a referral program.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse in Texas.
• 2 years of experience in Long-Term Care preferred.
• Strong utilization knowledge of Point Click Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the current MDS status of each resident in accordance with laws, rules, and facility policies.
• Schedule residents for appropriate assessments and communicate schedules.
• Monitor clinical systems for resident condition changes affecting MDS.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Ability to work under pressure

Utilization knowledge of Point Click Care

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse License

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Paradigm at Katy - Katy, TX 77494

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Job Duties

• Maintain the current MDS status of each resident in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as facility 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 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, and caregivers when the need arises or as directed by Administration and/or physician.
• Provide 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

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse in the State.
• Registered Nurse License is preferred.
• 2 years of experience in Long-Term Care preferred.
• Six months of experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices preferred.
• 2 years of 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.