Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator MDS

Juckette Management Services Inc; Chillicothe (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Livingston Manor Care Center in Chillicothe, MO seeks an experienced MDS RN to perform comprehensive MDS assessments, develop individualized care plans, and ensure high-quality resident care in a small skilled nursing setting.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, coordinate care, provide education on disease management and prevention, maintain records, and participate in quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Missouri.
• Experience as MDS RN preferred.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct MDS assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for care delivery.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on disease management and prevention.
• Monitor resident outcomes and adjust care plans.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, care plans, and outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Round weekly with wound physician.
• Maintain infection prevention program.

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

RN licensure in Missouri

Job description

MDS/Care Coordinator/Infection Prevention/Wound Nurse

***$12,500 SIGN ON BONUS, paid quarterly over 1 year***

Job Summary:

Join our compassionate and dedicated team at Livingston Manor Care Center, a unique and small skilled nursing facility in Chillicothe, MO, as a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Registered Nurse. We are seeking a talented and experienced MDS RN to help us provide exceptional care to our residents. As a key member of our care team, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments to develop individualized care plans, ensuring our residents receive the highest level of personalized attention and care.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of residents, including MDS assessments, to identify care needs and develop individualized care plans
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective care delivery and coordination
• Provide education and training to residents, families, and staff on disease management, treatment options, and prevention strategies
• Monitor and evaluate resident outcomes, adjusting care plans as necessary to ensure optimal health and well-being
• Maintain accurate and timely records of resident assessments, care plans, and outcomes
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall quality of care and services
• Round weekly with the facility wound physician
• Maintain the infection prevention program at the facility

Requirements:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Missouri, or current multistate license
• Experience as a MDS RN, with a minimum of 0 years in a similar role
• Strong assessment and documentation skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

This position requires working every other weekend as RN coverage and alternating call rotation with the DON

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment with a team of dedicated professionals
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• $12,500 SIGN ON BONUS, paid quarterly over 1 year
• Competitive salary range: $39 - $44 HOURLY

Why Join Us:

At Livingston Manor Care Center, we are committed to providing a home-like atmosphere where our residents can recover with dignity and receive compassionate care. Our unique facility offers a private Medicare hall, private rooms, and a special care unit, specializing in Alzheimer’s Dementia, Cognitive loss, and various special needs.