MDS Coordinator - RN

Good Shepherd Services, Ltd; Town of Seymour (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services, Ltd. seeks a part-time Medical Data Set (MDS) Coordinator - Registered Nurse in Seymour, WI. The role covers MDS completion, Medicare documentation, and geriatric care within an interdisciplinary team.

The RN must be licensed in Wisconsin, preferably with a BS, and have at least 3 years of nursing experience including 1 year in MDS. Expect 30 hours per 2-week pay period; pay is based on experience.

Qualifications

• Wisconsin Licensed Registered Nurse with BS preferred.
• Must be able to stand/move for long periods (50%+).
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• At least 3 years nursing experience; geriatric nursing preferred.
• At least 1 year MDS experience required.
• Must cope with mental and emotional stress; good health and stability.
• Ability to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds.
• Must assist in resident evacuation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, supervise and implement nursing services for residents.
• Complete MDS and Medicare documentation per regulations.
• Make clinical decisions with physician direction and nursing judgment.
• Assess residents and communicate with health care team.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, and level of care updates.
• Coordinate all disciplines in assessment and care planning.
• Ensure comprehensive care plans are developed and updated.
• Document MDS/Medicare assessments with interdisciplinary team.
• Head care conferences and liaise with families and staff.
• Document resident care using standard terms and forms.
• Supervise team members and delegate as needed.
• Prepare and administer medications per orders.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy.
• Respond to emergencies and critical situations.
• Engage with residents, staff, visitors and agencies.
• Participate in staff development and orientation of new staff.
• Stay updated by workshops and journals.
• Work additional hours when necessary.
• Uphold GSS Core Values.

Skills

English fluency

Emotional stability

Mobility/physical stamina

Team coordination

Education

Wisconsin RN license; BS preferred

Job description

Medical Data Set (MDS) Coordinator -Registered Nurse

Location: Seymour, WI

OPEN POSITION:

Day Shift - Part Time (Mon- Fri)

• 30 hours per 2-week pay period

*Pay Based on Experience*

Education and Experience

1. Wisconsin Licensed Registered Nurse, with Bachelor's of Science Degree preferred, in compliance with the Federal Nurse Practice Act.
2. The mobility to spend a minimum of 50% of the working hours standing and/or moving about the working area. Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours.
3. Must possess the functioning sight, hearing, speech, tactile sense required to complete the essential job functions. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
4. At least 3 years of nursing experience. Must have recent experience in geriatric nursing.
5. At least 1-year MDS experience required.
6. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of the position, be in good general health, and demonstrate emotional stability.
7. Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
8. Must be able to assist in the evacuation of the residents.

Purpose of Job Position:

Plans, coordinates, supervises and implements nursing services for residents as part of the geriatric interdisciplinary team. Completes the MDS and Medicare Documentation and Assessment Forms based on state and federal regulations for long term care.

The MDS Coordinator:

1. Makes clinical decisions to guide the effective practice of the geriatric nursing utilizing physician direction and nursing judgment. Assists in direct resident care such as handling or moving residents.
2. Assess the health status of the residents and communicate the information with appropriate members of the health care team. Utilized the nursing process, nursing and medical practices and procedures, following laws and regulations that pertain to long term care to meet resident needs.
3. Coordinates and participates in planning and implementation of admissions and discharges of residents. Ensures establishment of level of care status for residents upon admission, quarterly updates and reviews for significant changes.
4. Coordinates all disciplines in the resident assessment and care planning process.
5. Ensures that a comprehensive plan of care is developed for each resident, and that the plan is reviewed and revised as necessary. Incorporates new orders and changes in condition. Communicates changes in the plan of care to team members.
6. Coordinates documentation of the MDS and Medicare Assessments by the interdisciplinary team.
7. Heads care conference or delegates the duty to appropriate staff members. Maintains a liaison with residents, their families, other departments, etc., to adequately plan for the resident's needs.
8. Documents pertinent resident care and assessments using common medical terms and approved abbreviations. Utilizes manual forms and computer documentation as outlined in facility policies.
9. Supervises and directs team members in the delivery of care, utilizing facility policies and procedures. Utilizes leadership and supervisory skills to work harmoniously with team members. Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
10. Prepares and administers medication and medical and nursing treatment to meet medical orders.
11. Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy.
12. Responds to emergency and/or life-threatening situations and provides whatever assistance is required.
13. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies, etc., under all circumstances.
14. Participates in staff development programs. Coordinates and participates with orientation of new staff members.
15. Keeps abreast of latest developments by attending workshops and reading professional journals.
16. Works beyond normal working hours, during the week, on weekends and holidays, when necessary.
17. Maintains GSS Core Values.