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Position Summary
The LPN MDS Nurse is responsible to complete and submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments CCAs and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws regulations and Life Care standards.
Education Experience and Licensure Requirements
- Attended an accredited LPN program
- Currently licensed / registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse (LPN / LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
- Two (2) years nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
- CRN C Certification (clinical compliance)
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements
Advanced knowledge in field of practiceMake independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actionKnowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws regulations and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facilityImplement and interpret the programs goals objectives policies and procedures of the departmentPerform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to : patient rights and safety and sanitationMaintains professional working relationships with all associates vendors etc.Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential informationUnderstand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance proceduresDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Cares Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingEssential Functions
Complete and submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments CCAs and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual RegulationsReport any changes in a patients condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DONProvide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentationAssist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care PlanReview Final Validation Reports and ensure all assessments have been accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to billReview CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrenceAttend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting Monthly Triple Check and other meetings upon request in the absence of the RN MDS CoordinatorPerform functions of a staff nurse as requiredExhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patientsAssist in the evacuation of patientsDemonstrate dependable regular attendanceConcentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary teamSit stand bend lift push pull stoop walk reach and move intermittently during working hoursRead write speak and understand the English languageAn Equal Opportunity Employer
Key Skills
EMR Systems,Hospital Experience,Acute Care,ICU Experience,Dermal Fillers,Experience Administering Injections,Home Care,Nursing,Botox Experience,Critical Care Experience,Medication Administration,Tube Feeding
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1