MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN) Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The LPN MDS Nurse at Life Care Center of Hickory Woods in Nashville, TN is responsible for accurate and timely MDS Assessments and Care Plans. Requirements include LPN licensure, 2 years of nursing experience, and CPR certification. The role involves education, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare teams. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description
MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)
Life Care Center of Hickory Woods
Nashville, TN Employment Status:
Full-Time Shift:
Day
Position Summary
The LPN MDS Nurse is responsible toplete 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 (clinicalpliance)
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements
Advanced knowledge in field of practice
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelineserning functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in allpetency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and followpany policies including harassment andpliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct andpletes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriatepliance training
Essential Functions
Complete and submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
Review Final Validation s 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 bill
Review CMS s to identify assessmentspleted or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request in the absence of the RN MDS Coordinator
Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
