MDS LVN Coordinator

Alvarado Care Center; Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Studebaker Healthcare Center in Norwalk, California is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator (LVN) to lead resident assessment data collection and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You will coordinate with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop robust care plans and oversee timely MDS completion.

The role requires current licensure as an RN or LVN, a nursing degree from an accredited college, and strong leadership, teaching, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as RN or LVN.
• Completed nursing program with a degree from an accredited college or university.
• Preferably at least 1 year in resident assessment.
• Progressive nursing experience with leadership and teaching abilities.
• Strong planning, organizing and directing skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of elderly and/or chronically ill care needs.
• Ability to teach adult learners and use basic computer tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and collect information for MDS development and completion per rules and guidelines.
• Assist in implementing care area triggers and resident care plans.
• Participate in facility surveys by government agencies.
• Collaborate with IDT to develop resident assessments and care plans.
• Evaluate resident data to determine need for additional assessments or plan changes.
• Coordinate participation of outside care plan team members and families.
• Assist in scheduling timely in-service training on assessment skills.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of assessments and understand related penalties.
• Help coordinate written preliminary and comprehensive care plans with measurable objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership and teaching

Adult education

Basic computer skills

Education

Current state licensure (RN or LVN)

Nursing degree from accredited college/university

Job description

Job Title: MDS Coordinator (LVN)

Job Location: Norwalk, California

Company Name: Studebaker Healthcare Center

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated MDS Coordinator (LVN) to join our team at Studebaker Healthcare Center in Norwalk, California. As a key member of our Nursing Department, you will be responsible for conducting and collecting data that contributes to the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and regulations governing the facility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and collect information to assist in the development and completion of the minimum data set (MDS) in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the resident assessment
• Assist in the implementation of care area triggers and resident care plan
• Participate in facility surveys made by authorized government agencies
• Work with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) developing a comprehensive resident assessment and care plan for each resident
• Evaluate each resident's condition and pertinent medical data to determine any need for special assessment activities or a need to amend the admission assessment
• Contact and assist in scheduling participation by outside members of the care plan team, including the resident's representative and/or other interested family members
• Participate in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of timely in-service training classes that include assessment skills or techniques needed to complete the assessment functions of the facility
• Ensure that all members of the assessment team are aware of the importance of completeness and accuracy in their assessment functions and that they are aware of the penalties, including civil money penalties, for false certification
• Assist in coordinating the development of a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident
• Ensure that the care plan includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet the resident's medical, nursing, and mental and psychosocial needs as identified in the resident's assessment
• Perform other related assignments as required

Requirements

• Current state licensure (either a registered nurse or licensed vocational nurse)
• Completed nursing program and has a degree from an accredited college or university
• Preferably a minimum of one year in resident assessment position
• Progressive nursing experience with demonstrated leadership and teaching abilities
• Demonstrated skill in management principles of planning, organizing, and directing
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Knowledge and awareness of the care needs of the elderly and/or chronically ill
• Ability to teach adult learners
• Basic computer skills

Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to infectious diseases and/or hazardous materials
• May be required to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to organize, analyze, investigate, and implement principles of infection control committee

Note: Salary and benefits details are available upon request.