Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (LPN) assesses long-term care patient health needs in collaboration with the Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (RN). Assists in developing a comprehensive care plan. Being a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (LPN) maintains medical records and ensures documentation is present for coding. Adheres to federal, state, and local regulations and organizational policies and procedures. Additionally, Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (LPN) requires a high school diploma. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification. Typically reports to a mds rn. Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator (LPN)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the MDS process from admission to discharge. May coordinate information systems operations and education for the clinical department.
• Works in collaboration with facility team to assess the needs of the resident.
• Assists with coordination and management of care management meetings, to include review of resident care and the setting of assessment reference dates
• Complies with federal and state regulations regarding completion and coordination of the MDS process
• Monitors MDS and care plan documentation for all residents.
• Ensures documentation is present in the medical record to support MDS coding
• Maintains current MDS status of assigned residents according to state and federal guidelines
• Supports the tracking system of MDS schedules (timeframes and due dates)
• Maintains the frequent and accurate data entry of resident information into appropriate computerized programs
• Completes accurate coding of the MDS with information obtained via medical record review as well as observation and interview with facility staff, resident and family members
• As required, attends team meetings and other meetings in order to gather information, communicate changes, and maintain and update records
• Continually updating knowledge base related to data entry and computer technology
• As required, may participate in quality assurance activities ·
• May complete electronic submission of required documentation to required databases and other
entities per company policy
• Perform additional duties as assigned
LPN licensure within the State plus a minimum of two years MDS experience in long term care. Must have current AANAC (RAC-CT) certification or obtain it within 90 days of hire).