Registered Nurse, Senior, MDS - Veterans Service

State of Idaho
US - Idaho - Lewiston
November 1, 2024

Description

Division of Veterans Services - Caring for America's Heroes

Competitive Wages starting at $39.00 per hour.

Generous benefit package to include top rated retirement.

Guaranteed hours regardless of patient census!

The Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) is recruiting for a compassionate and motivated individual to join our team as a full-time Registered Nurse Senior-Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator for the Veterans Home in Lewiston.

The ideal candidate conducts and coordinates the completion of required Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and is responsible for the implementation and ongoing evaluation of each resident's comprehensive plan of care. Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC) training must be completed within one year of hire. RAC Certification is preferred.

Benefits:

WE OFFER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BEYOND COMPARE:

Excellent low-cost Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems PERSI Retirement
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
Paid parental leave
Eleven paid holidays a year
Multiple retirement plans, including an optional 401k & Deferred Compensation plans
Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness programs
Robust ongoing training opportunities
Benefits Summary (Download PDF reader)

Responsibilities:

Coordination of the facility's Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Accurate completion of all MDS assessments and any supporting assessments or clinical documentation.
Implementation and ongoing evaluation of each resident's comprehensive plan of care.
Scheduling and leading interdisciplinary care plan team meetings.
Auditing medical records for the presence of supporting documentation for all items coded on the MDS.
Provide education to department heads, physicians, and other staff as needed.
Collaborating with health plans, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team for assuring insurance approvals and/or that residents meet eligibility and coverage criteria.
Interpreting rules, regulations and coverage guidelines and acting as primary resource for problem solving in regard to the SNF prospective payment system and quality reporting program.

Performs professional nursing care that may include:

Client assessment
Care plan development
Health education
Clinical activities
Case management
Direct nursing services
Charge nurse responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed as a Professional or Registered Nurse in Idaho as defined by Idaho Code 54-1408 or state licensure as a Registered Nurse pursuant to the Nurse Licensure Compact, Idaho Code 54-1418, in one of the following compact states: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, or Wisconsin.
Experience performing nursing assessments and developing and implementing nursing care plans.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as a Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator.
Knowledge of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and Minimum Data Set (MDS) process.
Resident Assessment Coordinator (RAC) Certification.

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact *** (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

*Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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