MDS Nurse Coordinator - Veteran Care & Compliance

HMR Veteran Services; Bonham (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

HMR Veterans Services at Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home in Bonham, TX seeks an MDS Coordinator to lead resident assessments and care planning in compliance with federal and state requirements.

You will coordinate MDS submissions, develop individualized care plans, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely, quality care for veterans. Requirements include a Texas RN license, a nursing degree, and at least one year of hospital or long-term care experience.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited institution with an active RN license in Texas.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a hospital, long-term care, or related healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of nursing practices, long-term care regulations, and resident care standards.
• Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and supervisory skills; able to work collaboratively with staff.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with residents, families, and external partners.
• Proficient in physical assessments, computer use, and managing the demands of the role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the timely and accurate completion of all resident assessments (MDS) in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Develop and update individualized care plans based on assessment outcomes, ensuring measurable goals and defined responsibilities for each service.
• Ensure initial MDS assessments are completed within 14 days of admission and comprehensive care plans within 21 days.
• Complete quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments and reviews in accordance with regulatory timelines.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team to create comprehensive assessments and care plans for each resident.
• Involve residents, families, and legal representatives in the assessment and planning process when appropriate.
• Maintain effective, cooperative relationships with healthcare professionals, consultants, and regulatory agencies involved in resident care.
• Evaluate residents' conditions and medical data to determine the need for additional or revised assessment activities.
• Educate and ensure compliance among assessment team members regarding accuracy, completeness, and legal certification responsibilities.
• Participate in regulatory surveys and assist in preparing for inspections related to MDS and care planning functions.
• Conduct or support in-service training for staff related to assessment procedures, MDS documentation, and care planning practices.
• Ensure timely electronic transmission of MDS assessments to appropriate state and federal agencies.

Skills

Nursing

Leadership

Communication

Assessment skills

Education

Nursing degree with RN license

Job description

HMR Veterans Services at Clyde W. Cosper Texas State Veterans Home in Bonham, TX seeks an MDS Coordinator to lead resident assessments and care planning in compliance with federal and state requirements.

You will coordinate MDS submissions, develop individualized care plans, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely, quality care for veterans. Requirements include a Texas RN license, a nursing degree, and at least one year of hospital or long-term care experience.