MDS Minimum Date Sheet Nurse at Cavalier Healthcare

England, Arkansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

MDS Completion, State Regulations Compliance, Federal Regulations Compliance, Resident Evaluation, Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration, Care Plan Development, Data Input, Communication, Resident Rights Promotion, Abuse Prevention, Safety Management, 24-Hour Report Review, LPN/RN Licensure

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description To complete M.D.S. on each resident in compliance with state and federal regulations which reflects an accurate picture of the resident. Accountability: R.N. Coordinator, Director of Nursing, Administrator DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluate the overall status of the residents by observations and interviews with the staff and/or resident in order to complete an accurate M.D.S., Complete the M.D.S. on a timely basis as per state and federal regulations. Input the M.D.S. in the computer and transmit as per state and federal requirements. Print C.A.T. and C.A.A. and either complete or assist with their completion. After the C.A.T. ad C.A.A. are completed, work with the interdisciplinary team in order to complete the care plan. Input the care plan in the computer. Update or assist with updating the care plans as needed. Communicate with residents, family members, other disciplines and health care professionals regarding the status of the resident. Be capable of working the floor if the need arises. Be knowledgeable about and promote resident rights. Prevents abuse, neglect and exploitation in the elderly. Promote a safe, clean environment in which the residents may live. Check the 24-Hour Report daily in order to be aware of changes in the residents’ conditions and/or plans of treatment in order that a Significant Change M.D.S. can be completed, if applicable. Any other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Director of Nursing or R.N. Coordinator. Become a participating facility team member with the residents as first priority Keep all departments (Nursing, Social Services, Activities, Dietary and Therapy) aware of the M.D.S. schedule. Requirements PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Hold/handle Lift Carry Reach – at and below shoulder height Push/pull Grasp and handle – pens, paperwork and small equipment Sit, stand and walk Twist, bend, stoop, kneel, and squat Fine hand motor coordination Ability to read and write legibly Ability to comprehend and follow instructions COGNITIVE AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Talking: Communicating with residents, families, physicians, visitors and staff Hearing: Taking instructions from the Administrator, To respond to resident complaints and requests, To respond appropriately to disaster instructions and pages Sight: For performing job effectively and correctly Smell: For accurate detection and maintenance of facility odors Touch: In order to detect changes in temperature LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS: Must be an L.P.N. or R.N. currently licensed and in good standing with the Board of Nursing in the state in which the facility is located. SUMMARY OF OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE: Tasks and procedures performed by the employee involve risks classified by C.D.C. as Category I. (Direct contact with blood or other bodily fluids to which universal precautions apply.) OTHER CONSIDERATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to tolerate a high pace as typical for a nursing facility. Must be able to take and give instructions well and enjoy working with the elderly. Although employee is required to sit for prolonged periods of time, he/she must also be able to tolerate prolonged standing and walking.

Responsibilities

The primary duty involves completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each resident accurately and timely, adhering to state and federal regulations, and inputting this data into the computer system. This role also requires working with the interdisciplinary team to complete and update resident care plans based on evaluations and assessments.