MDS Coordinator

Company Description

Building on the legacy and vision of our Founders, the California Armenian Home, as a progressively led non-profit, is committed to provide a one-of-a-kind, people centered, planned community to serve all levels of senior living with extraordinary lifestyle experiences, compassionate care, and gracious hospitality.

Guiding Principles:

• Always put people first.
• Provide warm hospitality and heartfelt compassionate care.
• Family, celebration, tradition, good food & good people.
• Inclusive culture based on integrity, humility, and compassion.
• Serving our residents and one another with respect.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and enrichment.
• A wonderful place to call home.
• Environment of teamwork and trust for employees.

Our leadership extends beyond business goals and business results. It focuses on our Mission and Principles, to guide our resident experience and our employee culture.

Nursing: Job Summary Introduction

The Nursing team of The Vineyards | California Armenian Home creates unforgettable long-term care experiences for our diverse senior population. Here you can use your skills in our fast-paced environment, in areas that range from leadership roles, culinary experiences, to lifestyle programs, and everything in between. No matter your role, you will help to provide a one-of-a-kind experience for our residents, guests, and staff.

Job Description

Qualifications: Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices and procedures and laws, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care. Must be a Registered Nurse in good standing and currently licensed by the State; must be able to work after hours and weekends as needed.

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid California RN license, Valid CPR certification

Experience Required: Previous experience in a hospital, long-term facility, or other healthcare related facility preferred. Previous experience in completing MDS, RAI process and Care Plans is required. Experience as an MDS Coordinator and knowledge of RUGS optimization is important.

Essential Functions:

• Participate in peer support / evaluation, in services, education programs, and staff meetings, and Quality Improvement activities as assigned.
• Schedule and obtain accurate resident information to transmit MDS assessments electronically in compliance with Regulatory/Medicare requirements and CMS guidelines.
• Ensure the timely electronic submission of face validity of all Minimum Data Sets to the state database.
• Review the state validation reports and ensures that appropriate follow-up action is taken.
• Schedule and meet routinely with residents, families and staff to meet resident/family short and long-term treatment goals.
• Create an opportunity for family participation in the care planning process and develop collaborative treatment plans.
• Perform assessment of residents regarding changes of condition and develop appropriate comprehensive resident assessment and care plan.
• Coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) in accordance with all Federal and State guidelines.
• Select the correct (ARD) Assessment reference date (ARD) and correct reasons for assessment that capture all resources to ensure appropriate payment by Medicare/Medicate systems.
• Obtain Quality Indicator reports from CMS, report findings including strengths/weaknesses identified and discuss strategies with department heads for maintaining quality care for residents.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Therapy, Dietary, Social Services and Activities to maximize treatment efficacy to meet long/short term resident goals.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must possess strong clinical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and family members.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to prioritize and meet MDS assessment submittal deadlines.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, state and federal regulations and facility policies and
  procedures regarding nursing standards and delivery of care.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings (Eligibility after the completion of 3 months)
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Lunch-On-Us twice per week
• Health & Wellness Program
• Vacation Pay
• Accrued Sick Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Direct Deposit
• 24/7 monitored guard house, for an extra layer of security.

If you have the qualifications and experience we are looking for, please apply with your resume attached. We look forward to reviewing your application!