MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

Life Care Centers of America; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Life Care Center of Elkhorn is seeking an LPN MDS Nurse to complete and submit accurate MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans in compliance with CMS RAI Manual regulations. The role requires an active LPN license, CPR certification, and 2+ years of nursing experience, preferably in geriatric care.

Responsibilities include educating direct care staff about CMS updates, reviewing interdisciplinary care plans, and ensuring timely CMS reporting and billing readiness.

Qualifications

• Must maintain an active LPN license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• The LPN MDS Nurse completes and submits MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual regulations.
• Keep CMS QIES system updated and report changes in patient condition to the DON.
• Provide education to direct care staff on CMS RAI updates and regulatory changes.
• Participate in required interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning.

Skills

Geriatric nursing experience

2+ years nursing experience

CPR certification

Education

LPN program completion

Active LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

Life Care Center of Elkhorn

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) 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