MDS Nurse (LVN)

Laguna-Hills-Health-and-Rehabilitatio; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Laguna Hills Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a MDS Assistant to coordinate the development and completion of resident assessments in alignment with federal, state, and local standards. The role emphasizes respectful resident interaction, clear communication, and collaboration with management and the nursing team.

The MDS Assistant will support the MDS Coordinator, monitor care plan adherence, handle documentation, and participate in QAPI initiatives while maintaining confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Requires LVN/RN training and active license
• CPR and BLS certification required
• Proficiency with PCC is a plus and computer use is essential

Responsibilities

• Assist the MDS Coordinator and support the care plan with the interdisciplinary team
• Ensure care plans are followed and monitor progress for MDS compliance
• Complete medical forms, charts, and reports accurately and timely
• Understand long-term care reimbursement processes (PDPM, Managed Care, Medicaid)
• Coordinate resident care conferences and participate in QAPI activities
• Monitor Quality Care Indicators and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
• Comply with facility policies including protecting user IDs and passwords
• Report occupational exposures to appropriate supervisor
• Participate in surveys and assist with corrective action plans
• Attend meetings and serve on committees as requested

Skills

Computer literacy

English proficiency

PCC knowledge

Education

LVN or RN training

Valid LVN or RN license

CPR and BLS certification

Tools

PCC

Job description

Schedule: Friday - Monday

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of your job position is to conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by management.

The MDS Assistant will treat each resident with kindness, dignity and respect. They will knock before entering each resident’s room. They will refer to each resident by their name. They will be courteous to families and visitors. They will maintain a positive and calm disposition. They will communicate clearly, empathetically, and effectively when speaking to residents, family members, visitors, staff and any governmental agency personnel. They will make sound independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. They will work cooperatively with all departments and multidisciplinary teams. They will demonstrate patience, initiative and willingness to assist residents that may be difficult. They will relate all pertinent information concerning a resident’s condition to a charge nurse when required. They will be committed to always doing the right thing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting the MDS Coordinator

• Ensuring resident care plan is being followed by interdisciplinary team and monitoring their progress to ensure compliance with MDS process

• Completing medical forms, charts, and reports in an accurate and timely manner

• Understanding long-term care reimbursement process including PDPM, Managed Care and Medicaid, triple check, etc.

• Participation in scheduling of resident care conferences

• Participating in the QAPI process

• Monitoring Quality Care Indicators

• Carrying out quality improvement initiatives

• Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including not disclosing user ID codes and passwords

• Reporting any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, or other hazardous materials to a supervisor immediately

• Participating in facility surveys (inspections) when required and assisting with plan of corrections as well as follow up.

• Attending meetings and serving on committees as requested

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

REQUIREMENTS

Education / Licensure

• LVN or RN training from an accredited school or college

• Valid LVN or RN license in good standing

• Valid CPR and BLS card

Qualifications / Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of skilled nursing experience preferred

• Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language

• Ability to use computer/tablet to enter resident data

• Proficiency with PCC a plus

Working Conditions

• May encounter frequent interruptions

• May be involved with residents, family and government agencies

• May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times

• May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day

• Working throughout the nursing areas

• Repetitive hand motion

• Ability to read fine print on tablet, progress notes and/or medical labels