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MDS Specialist RNBrookdale Senior Living • Greenwood Village, CO, United States
MDS Specialist RN

MDS Specialist RN

Brookdale Senior Living • Greenwood Village, CO, United States
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Job Description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

MDS Specialist RN Needed - SNF

  • Day Shift, M-F Schedule

Why consider the Brookdale Greenwood Village Team for Employment?

  • Industry Leading Benefits
  • Excellent Location - Easy access to light rail, close to I-25 and Arapahoe Road
  • Longevity of Staff (Staff Stay on for Many Years)
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Growth and education training
  • Internal Promotions
  • Facility Owned and operated by Brookdale

    • Explore the Brookdale Difference :

    Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

    Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Associate assistance program
  • Employee discounts
  • Referral program
  • Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
  • Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

    • Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Company provided life insurance
  • Adoption benefit
  • Disability (short and long term)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account
  • Optional life and dependent life insurance
  • Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

    • Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.

    Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

    The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

    Responsibilities

    Responsible for conducting and coordinating the development and completion of resident assessments, in accordance with the requirements of State, Federal and Company guidelines. Responsible for overseeing the generation of Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each Medicare patient and electronic transmission of required data within time frame mandated by the State.

  • Coordinates the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) in accordance with current regulations and guidelines, including; the implementation of CAAs and Triggers; conducting or coordinating the interview(s) of each resident for the resident's assessment; evaluating each resident's condition and pertinent medical data; developing and implementing procedures with the Director, Clinical Services for arrival of newly admitted residents; ensuring that all assessments are completed and transmitted in a timely manner; assisting community directors and supervisors in scheduling the resident assessment / care plan meetings; and contacting and assisting in scheduling participation by outside members of the care plan team, including the resident's representative and / or other interested family members.
  • Coordinates the development of a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems / needs, the amount of care, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for care. Ensures that the care plan includes measurable objectives and timetables to meet the resident's needs, as identified in the resident's assessment.
  • Ensures generation and transmission of MDS is complete and timely. Maintains and periodically updates written policies and procedures that govern the development, use, and implementation of the resident assessment (MDS) and care plan. Ensures that a current copy of the MDS Instructor's Manual is available to persons completing portions of the MDS.
  • Develops, implements, and maintains an ongoing quality assurance program for the resident assessment / care plans. Monitors the community's QI and QM reports to ensure that appropriate corrective action can be implemented when potential problems occur.
  • Assists the resident and Discharge Planning Coordinator in completing the care plan portion of the resident's discharge plan. Participates in functions involving discharge plans, as necessary.
  • Participates in community surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
  • Provides leadership and participates in various committees including Interdisciplinary Care Plan Team, Policy Advisory, and Quality Assessment and Assurance. Provides reports and assessment updates, as needed.
  • Develops and participates in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of timely in-service training classes that include assessment skills or techniques needed to complete the assessment and MDS functions of the community. Assists the In-service Director / Educator in developing any training activities needed, concerning resident assessment / care plan skills, including initial or refresher courses relative to techniques for interviewing residents, rehabilitation principles, commonly used psychotropic drugs, care plan functions, etc. Attends and participates in annual community in-service training programs as scheduled.

    • This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his / her supervisor.

    Qualifications

    Education and Experience

    Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university. Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care community, or other related health care facility. Must have a minimum of six (6) months training experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices. Must be knowledgeable of general, rehabilitative and restorative nursing and medical practices, procedures, regulations and guidelines governing long-term care.

    Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements

    Current State RN license.

    Management / Decision Making

    Uses limited independent judgment to make decisions based on precedents and established guidelines. Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents. Knows when to refer issues to supervisor and when to handle them personally.

    Knowledge and Skills

    Has a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability. Has an overall understanding of the work environment and process. Has working knowledge of the organization.

    Physical Demands and Working Conditions

  • Standing
  • Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
  • Walking
  • Sitting
  • Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
  • Climb or balance
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
  • Talk or hear
  • Taste or smell
  • Exposure to latex
  • Ability to lift : Up to 50 pounds
  • Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
  • Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
  • Vision

    • Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

    About Us

    Brookdale is a Great Place to Be :

  • Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
  • Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
  • Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1 : 1 settings.
  • Industry leader in clinical care.
  • Nationwide company with over 675 communities, offering many opportunities to grown and learn as a sales professional.
  • Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
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