MDS Nurse LVN/LPN: Precise Assessments & Documentation

(Antelope Valley Care Center) Antelope Valley SNF Healthcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Antelope Valley SNF Healthcare, LLC seeks an MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) to coordinate Minimum Data Set assessments, ensure accurate documentation, and support CMS and state regulatory compliance.

You will work with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans, monitor resident progress, and assist with audits and surveys. Proficiency in EHR and Microsoft Office is required; prior long‑term care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have LVN/LPN license in state of practice.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of MDS 3.0, RAI process, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Complete MDS assessments and CAAs within required timelines.
• Ensure accuracy of resident clinical documentation to support care planning and reimbursement.
• Maintain compliance with CMS, state, and facility guidelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
• Monitor resident progress and update care plans as needed.
• Participate in resident care conferences and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure MDS submissions meet regulatory requirements for Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement.
• Assist with audits and surveys with accurate documentation and reports.
• Stay current with regulatory changes impacting MDS and SNF documentation.
• Communicate effectively with residents and families regarding care planning.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Documentation accuracy

Education

LVN/LPN license

Long‑term care experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Antelope Valley SNF Healthcare, LLC seeks an MDS Nurse (LVN/LPN) to coordinate Minimum Data Set assessments, ensure accurate documentation, and support CMS and state regulatory compliance.

You will work with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans, monitor resident progress, and assist with audits and surveys. Proficiency in EHR and Microsoft Office is required; prior long‑term care experience preferred.