MDS Nurse (LPN/RN) Day Shift

Willow-Creek-Health-Care; Guthrie (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Aflac Supplemental Products

401(k) with Company Match

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Willow-Creek-Health-Care in Guthrie, OK is seeking an experienced MDS LPN/RN Nurse to assess, monitor, and document resident care while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Preference given to Registered Nurse (RN) candidates.

The role coordinates care, manages patient information, and facilitates communication among residents, families, and the healthcare team. Strong knowledge of MDS assessments, care planning, and regulatory guidelines is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current OK RN or LPN license.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Experience with the MDS assessment process preferred.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations (Medicare/Medicaid).

Responsibilities

• Conduct MDS assessments for admissions, quarterly reviews, significant changes, and discharges.
• Collect and evaluate data on residents' physical, psychological, and social well-being.
• Use MDS data to identify concerns and develop care plans.
• Collaborate with the IDT to create and update care plans.
• Communicate with residents and families to reflect preferences and goals.
• Monitor and adjust care plans as needed.
• Document accurately to support reimbursement.
• Participate in quality assurance and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Serve as a resource on MDS procedures and documentation.
• Provide training to nursing staff on MDS processes.
• Maintain clear communication with the care team and families.

Skills

MDS assessments

Care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Training staff

Documentation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Oklahoma RN or LPN license

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

We are seeking an MDS LPN/RN Nurse to join our team and play a key role in assessing, monitoring, and documenting patient care while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. This position is essential in coordinating care, managing patient information, and facilitating communication between the healthcare team, residents, and their families. Preference will be given to Registered Nurse (RN) candidates.

Responsibilities

• ConductMDS assessments for residents with admission, quarterly, upon significant change, discharge, and tracking records.
• Collect and evaluate data related to residents' physical, psychological, and social well-being, including diagnoses, medications, treatments, and therapies.
• UseMDS data to identify concerns and develop personalized care plans.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT)—including physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and nutritionists—to create and update care plans.
• Communicate with residents and families to incorporate their preferences and goals into care plans.
• Monitor the effectiveness of care plans and make adjustments as needed.
• Ensure accurate documentation to support appropriate reimbursement based on MDS assessments.
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives to uphold high standards of care and compliance.
• Serve as a resource for staff on MDS assessments, care planning, and regulatory guidelines.
• Provide training to nursing staff and care team members on MDS procedures and documentation requirements.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with the care team and residents’ families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Oklahoma RN or LPN license.
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certifications.
• Previous experience and knowledge of the MDS assessment process is required.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations related to long-term care, Medicare, and Medicaid.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed records.
• Critical thinking skills to analyze resident data and develop effective care strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the care team and lead care plan meetings.
• Prior nursing home experience is preferred.

Benefits

All full-time employees are eligible for benefit options including:

• Competitive Pay, commensurate with experience
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance,
• Aflac Supplemental Products
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Professional Growth Opportunities

Shift: Day Shift

We are pleased to offer a sign-on bonus to full-time nurse new hires!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment decisions based on race, color, sex, religion, citizenship, national origin, veteran status, age, or physical/mental disability unrelated to the ability to perform essential job functions.