MDS Nurse (RN/LPN): Care Coordination & Assessments

The Laurels of Bedford; Charlotte (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with matching funds

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Laurels of Bedford in Michigan seeks an experienced Care Management Nurse, MDS Nurse, to oversee the RAI process and coordinate care plans for residents. You will work with physicians, nursing, social services, therapy and dietary staff to ensure comprehensive assessments and timely MDS completion.

Ideal candidates are organized, autonomous, and capable of leading PPS meetings while staying current with AANAC requirements and Medicare schedules.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN license is required.
• Knowledge of the RAI process, PPS preferred.
• Experience as an MDS Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Complete MDS, CAAs and care plans within regulatory time frames.
• Assess residents via physical assessment, interview and chart review.
• Discuss resident care needs with care givers, physicians, nursing, social services and therapy staff.
• Review information from hospital, consults and outside agencies for assessments and care planning.
• Coordinate, identify, and/or initiate significant changes to MDS.
• Prepare PPS meetings and maintain PPS board for Medicare days and RUGs utilization.
• Stay current with AANAC requirements.

Skills

RAI knowledge

MDS nursing

Care coordination

Team communication

Education

RN or LPN license

Job description

The Laurels of Bedford in Michigan seeks an experienced Care Management Nurse, MDS Nurse, to oversee the RAI process and coordinate care plans for residents. You will work with physicians, nursing, social services, therapy and dietary staff to ensure comprehensive assessments and timely MDS completion.

Ideal candidates are organized, autonomous, and capable of leading PPS meetings while staying current with AANAC requirements and Medicare schedules.