MDS LVN - Fresno

Hcfresno; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Fresno, California, is seeking a Medicare/MDS Coordinator under the supervision of the Director of Nursing Services. The role involves coordinating MDS assessments in compliance with regulations, performing nursing tasks, and ensuring documentation adherence. Candidates must have an LVN license and relevant nursing experience. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, offering an opportunity to work in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must have current licensure in nursing as LVN.
• Two years nursing experience in long-term care preferred.
• Supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the Medicare/MDS resident assessment process.
• Ensures timely completion of MDS Assessment by the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Develops and evaluates the plan of care.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills in English

Administrative and organizational skills

Nursing care knowledge

Emergency measure coordination

Education

Current licensure in nursing (LVN)

Current certification in CPR (preferred)

Job description

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing Services, the Medicare/MDS Coordinator is responsible for notifying and coordinating the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) for MDS assessment completion in accordance with State and Federal regulations.

Schedule

Saturday and Sunday 8:30AM to 5:00PM

MDS LVN QUALIFICATIONS

• Current licensure in nursing. LVN required.
• Written and verbal communications skills in English as business necessity.
• Administrative and organizational ability and skills.
• Current certification in CPR preferred.
• Two years nursing experience in long term care preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

MDS LVN GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: CLINICAL

• Coordinates the Medicare/MDS resident assessment process.
• Ensures the Interdisciplinary Team completes the MDS Assessment in a timely manner.
• Coordinates development, implementation and evaluation of plan of care.
• Coordinates and performs, administers or implements as needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the resident plan of care or as ordered by the physician.
• Coordinates and provides as needed nursing care in accordance with infection control standards.
• Follows safety policies in performing nursing care.
• Coordinates and initiates as needed emergency measures according to center policy and within standards of nursing practice.

MDS LVN ADMINISTRATIVE

• Ensures the exchange and use of essential information necessary for quality resident care.
• Ensures all documentation is maintained as required by Federal and State regulations and Company policy.
• Coordinates and/or participates in all assigned meetings and inservices.

CONSUMER SERVICE

• Presents professional image to consumers through attire, behavior and speech.
• Adheres to Company standards for resolving consumer concerns.
• Ensures that all residents/residents’ rights are protected.