The Role
Coordinate and perform MDS and PPS assessments at admission, quarterly, annually, and upon significant change. Develop and track interdisciplinary care plans, maintain accurate medical records and distinct part census with RUG classifications, support rehab coordination, transmit assessments on time, and participate in resident admission screening, family conferences, and required trainings. Provide hands-on resident assistance as needed and maintain confidentiality and reporting requirements.
Summary Generated by Built In
To coordinate assessment of each resident’s condition at admission, quarterly, annually, and when significant and permanent changes in resident’s condition occur; to coordinate completion of PPS assessments on Medicare A residents; to assist in the development of a comprehensive care plan to address the needs of each resident.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with screening of residents prior to admission for appropriate placement.
- Conduct admission conference with resident and family to address any resident/family concerns and to review facility policies.
- Monitor resident’s (Part A&B) condition on a regular, ongoing basis and assure accurate, complete documentation is available in the Medical Records.
- Perform PPS assessments at the required intervals as determined by the Medicare program. Assure completion of comprehensive assessment within 14 days of admission, annually, quarterly, and when significant changes occur in resident’s condition.
- Assist Social Services with setting up interdisciplinary care plan meetings with resident/family at regular intervals to discuss resident needs and discharge planning.
- Assure development of care plans to meet the current needs of the resident with input from resident and family and in conjunction with the interdisciplinary care planning committee.
- Track Part A & B case mix weekly.
- Maintain distinct part census with appropriate RUGS.
- Cooperate with the Rehab Department in determining appropriate RUG classification and utilization of resources.
- Conduct Rehab meetings weekly.
- Transmit assessments within regulated time frame.
- Support this facility’s commitment in the quality of services to residents, family members, and the public.
- Be able to hear, speak and see.
- Be able to be on feet for several hours while bending, stooping, stretching, and lifting to assist residents.
- Hold confidential all company, facility, resident, or employees information.
- Report all incidents/accidents immediately to supervisor.
- Attendance at all required in-service training programs and staff meetings.
- Adhere to facility-established policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Must be a Registered Nurse currently licensed in the state in which the facility is located. In performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations, the individual cannot pose a direct threat to property, themselves, or others. Regular attendance must be maintained by the individual holding this position.
About
We specialize in delivering innovative solutions and exceptional services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations and drive success in every project we undertake.
Skills Required
- Current Registered Nurse license in the state where the facility is located
- Ability to hear, speak, and see
- Ability to be on feet for several hours and perform bending, stooping, stretching, and lifting to assist residents
- Maintain regular attendance
- Maintain confidentiality of company, facility, resident, and employee information
- Attend required in-service training programs and staff meetings
- Report incidents/accidents immediately to supervisor
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The Company
What We Do
TMC is a privately-owned, nationwide contract therapy provider founded in 1995, specializing in physical, occupational, and speech therapy services across the United States. They partner with healthcare organizations in skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, and other settings to deliver these specialized services.
