WAGE RATE - $75K - $85K/Year

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

MDS (Minimum Data Set) nurse collects and assesses information for the health and well-being resident in Medicare or Medicaid-certified beds. Complies with Federal and State requirements for all MDS sections. Follows facility policy and procedures. The MDS Nurse monitors residents’ health and well-being from the time of admission through the end of their stay. Assist with Quality Assurance and quality measures.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Administrator



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include, but are not limited to, the following.



1. Completes the nursing components of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process to ensure timely completion of Minimum Data Set.

2. Ensures completion of PPS and/or OBRA assessments for both subacute and long-term care as required.

3. The MDS Nurse utilizes State and Federal guidelines for the RAI process ensuring documentation meets ...