Location: Keota,IA, USA
***New flexible pay ranges****
Keota Health Care is seeking an MDS Assessment Coordinator for our Skilled Nursing Facility in Keota, IA!
The primary purpose of the job position is to conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment in accordance with the requirements of the state and the policies and goals of this facility.
This is a full-time position, part time as MDS and 1 day per week as a nurse on the floor
Sign On Bonus: Earn up to $10k based on position/shift accepted
Buddy Bonus: $1000 for every FT or PT nursing staff member you bring with you
Responsibilities
Routinely assess residents according to pre-set schedules, or on an as needed basis for condition changes, hospital return, etc.
Responsible for accurate observation, assessment, and communication of condition changes to appropriate personnel
Assures completion of assessments and CAA's by other departments such as Social Services, Activities, and Dietary, and obtains corresponding signatures
Complete other sections of MDS, quarterlies, CAAs and care plans, etc., in the absence of other personnel
Initiate care plans based on resident needs identified in the Resident Assessment Protocols and update the care plans according to guidelines
Prepares and distributes MDS schedule to interdisciplinary team
Transmit MDS to the state weekly (or as required) and maintain accurate records, including a transmittal log
Plan, organized, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Nursing Service Department
Participate in interviewing and screening residents for admission to the facility
Review nurses notes to ensure proper documentation is maintained relating to residents treatment, medications, and conditions
Make daily rounds for observation of the care of residents
Talking with physicians and visiting selected residents
Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of RAPs and triggers
Qualifications:
Registered Nurse RN of this state
Over a year's experience in Long-Term Care as an MDS assessment coordinator.
Pay: $40.00 per hour. Negotiable
Benefits:
We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including:
Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision Care,
Telemedicine Program,
Company-Paid Group Life Insurance,
Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability,
Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
Benefits, as well as bonuses and variable compensation plans, are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.
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