Certified MDS Coordinator (CMDSC), Director of Nursing (DON), Discharge Plans, Facilities Management, Health Plan, Leadership, Long-Term Care, Nursing Home, Nursing Management, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Policy Implementation, Procedure Development, Procedure Implementation, Registered Nurse (RN)
Salary: $80K-$85K range; based on clinical background/experience
Requirements of the MDS Coordinator:
- Must have current CT RN License
- Must have experience as an MDS Coordinator in a nursing home setting
- Must have long term care experience
- Must have excellent leadership skills
- Must know MDS 3.0
Responsibilities of the MDS Coordinator:- Conduct and coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS)
- Maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures that implement MDS and care plan.
- Assist the resident in completing the care plan portion of the resident's discharge plan.
- Develop and implement procedures with the Director of Nursing Services to inform all assessment team members of the arrival of newly admitted residents.
- Assist Facility directors and supervisors in scheduling the resident assessment and care plan meetings.
- Assist in determining appropriate treatment, selecting activities and exercises based on medical and social history of residents.
- Participate in the development and implementation of resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly and annual reviews.
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American Medical Associates