MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

Life Care Centers of America; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heritage Center, a Life Care Centers of America facility in Morristown, TN, is seeking a licensed LPN MDS Nurse for a full-time, day shift. You will complete and submit MDS assessments, CCAs, and care plans in accordance with CMS RAI manual regulations and Life Care standards.

You will need an active LPN/LVN license, at least two years of nursing experience (geriatrics preferred), and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN/LVN license in good standing.
• Two years of nursing experience; geriatric experience preferred.
• CPR certification required on hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans per CMS regulations.
• Notify DON of any patient condition changes identified by the MDS.
• Educate direct care staff on CMS RAI updates affecting documentation.
• Review and assist with the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan.
• Ensure CMS QIES reports are submitted and billed appropriately.
• Attend PPS meetings and participate in daily/monthly reviews.
• Provide staff nurse functions as needed and maintain patient safety.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.

Skills

MDS knowledge

Clinical nursing

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

LPN/LVN license

Accredited LPN program

Tools

CMS QIES system

Job description

MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

The Heritage Center

Employment Status: Full-Time Shift: Days

Position Summary

The LPN MDS Nurse is responsible to complete and submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Attended an accredited LPN program
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Advanced knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Complete and submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
• Report any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
• Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
• Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
• Review Final Validation Reports and ensure all assessments have been accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill
• Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
• Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request in the absence of the RN MDS Coordinator
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language