MDS COORDINATOR -LVN

SUMMARY

The MDS Coordinator is responsible in coordinating with Interdisciplinary team in Care Plan Process.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance pertaining to MDS and MDS related Federal and State

Regulations and Requirements.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and internet general business periodicals.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define and solve problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Care and Services :

company and industry standards and confirms that all nursing services are in compliance

with state and federal legal, regulatory, accreditation and reimbursement guidelines.

referrals sources, physicians and Residents.

program development support. Seeks out external resources through conferences, workshops,

etc. as necessary. Routinely shares personal knowledge with staff, other managers and facility

personnel.

expectations and meets company standards relating to deadlines and attendance.

facility’s efforts to comply with company and facility policies and procedures.

LEADERSHIP

Demonstrates willingness to take risks, generates new ideas for change; evaluates and recognizes

priorities, selects effective team members. Challenges others to learn, keeps current and integrates

new information, communicates and models organization values. Fosters high performance,

recognizes need and provides adequate resources.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Demonstrates active listening techniques, gains support through effective relationship with others. Seeks

feedback and sets clear standards for performance. Evaluates job performance and provides effective

feedback. Establishes systems to measure effectiveness, efficiency, and service, creates and maintains

reporting mechanisms.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Responsible for maintaining a valid license and credentials.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here representative those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the

employee is required physically able to stand and walk. Able to sit and work in computer majority of the

time each tour of duty. Have sound vision and hearing. Able to lift minimum of 20 lbs when needed and

able to physically help in times of emergency and urgent needs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing

the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to blood or other

body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually

moderate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s

protected health information. Monitors and oversee facility’s efforts to comply with company policies, procedures and state

and federal law. By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines

relative to the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.

JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW

I understand this job description, its requirements and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the

job duties may be altered from time to time.