This position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the Minimum Data Set (MDS) process for all residents of Rock Haven Nursing Home. The position at times may be responsible for managing one or more defined areas of nursing services and for providing clinical leadership for the day to day operation of the area.
70% - Complete and assure accuracy of the MDS process for all residents
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Completes Minimum Data Set (MDS), Care Area Assessments ( CAA'S) and Utilization Guidelines.
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In charge of the assessment schedules and nursing documentation to ensure accuracy and timely submission of the MDS.
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Collects and records data which will be incorporated into nursing assessments and coordinates the overall planning and implementation of the resident's plan of care.
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Maintain all required Medical documentation(i.e certification and denial letters).
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Establish, implement, and monitor the Restorative Nursing Program.
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Participate in the Quality Assurance and Assessment process to evaluate the quality of care provided.
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Coordinates plan with rehabilitation and other services to maximize
15% - Participate in the Admission Process-
Determine potential PDPM rates and expense associated with a potential admission and share this information with the DON or Nursing Home Administrator.
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Facilitate problem solving for complicated admissions.
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Calculate PDPMs and acuity of patients.
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Participates in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement.
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Maintains awareness of federal, state, and county laws ad regulations , local requirements, and policy impacting funding and service delivery.
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Uses standards of practice guidelines that address assessment, treatment intervention, rehabilitation, program matching, psychopharmacology and outcomes.
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Provides a welcoming approach to services, eliminate arbitrary barriers to initial evaluation and engagement , and specify mechanisms for helping each client to get connected to a suitable program as quickly as possible.
10% - Function as a MDS expert for the facility-
Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicate changes in regulations. Participates in the implementation of system changes and technology as they relate to updates in the MDS.
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Consult with Assistant DONs and DON regarding resident assessments and care concerns during rounds.
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Provide counseling and/or education for residents and family members in coordination with ADON or DON as needed.
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Represent the Nursing Department on committees, meetings, and organizations as needed.
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Participate in the state and federal nursing home survey and implementation of any plan of corrections for nursing deficiencies as well as to help monitor for compliance.
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Monitors the implementation and effectiveness of the nursing care plan generated from the MDS continuously looking for ways of improving client care program effectiveness and initiates needed changes and improvements.
5% - Perform other duties as assigned-
Perform nursing tasks during staff shortages