MDS Coordinator

Responsible for conducting and coordinating the development of the required Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI/MDS) in accordance with state and federal requirements and

facility policy. The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the development, review, and revision the individualized resident care plans.

Qualifications:

• Must have and maintain throughout employment an unencumbered Registered Nurse

(RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensure

issued by the State Board of Nursing.

• Must have valid CPR certification and maintain active CPR certification throughout

employment.

• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as state

and federal regulations specific to nursing home operation and licensure.

• Must be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.

• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work

harmoniously with residents, families, vendors, visitors, government agencies, facility

staff, hospital personnel, hospice representatives, and the general public.

• Must have excellent follow-through.

• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret programs,

goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality

individualized care.

• Ability to prepare and present educational material and or reports to various audiences.

• Ability to formulate reports, disseminate information, interpret data, and coordinate with

multiple departments.

• Must be able to lift 60-70lbs frequently.

• Must be able to stand and/or walk throughout the scheduled shift.

• Must comply with attendance policy and established nursing staff schedules, be flexible,

and make necessary accommodations for the needs of residents and families.

• Must have knowledge of computer systems, systems applications, and other office

equipment.

• Must have excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

• Must be able to meet all local health regulations, and pass pre/post-employment physical

exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background

investigation, and reference inquiry.

• Must have the ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships through the use of

tactful, direct and sensitive interaction. Must be able to communicate verbally in a

positive and professional manner.

• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families, co-workers, and to

work cooperatively with others.

• Must attend in-service/education programs as required to learn new procedures and develop skills to meet regulatory compliance.

• Must agree not to disclose resident protected health information and report suspected or known violations of such to the Administrator.