MDS Full-Time

Job Posting: MDS Nurse (LVN)
Location: Orchard Post Acute – Fresno, CA
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, Based on Experience

Orchard Post Acute, a skilled nursing facility in Fresno, is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented MDS Nurse (LVN) to join our clinical team. This full-time position is ideal for a licensed vocational nurse with experience in MDS coordination, PDPM tools, and interdisciplinary care planning.

Position Summary:

The MDS Nurse is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the MDS process. This includes assessing new admissions, scheduling and submitting assessments, tracking quality measures, training new coordinators, and driving care planning and compliance across the interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate weekly PDPM meetings and monitor PDPM tools and usage

• Assess new admissions to determine health status and level of care

• Track and analyze QMs and QASP performance data monthly/quarterly

• Lead MDS and PDPM training for new MDS Coordinators

• Coordinate interdisciplinary participation in MDS completion and care planning

• Ensure timely, accurate MDS submissions per state and federal regulations

• Conduct and schedule care conferences, assist with care plan development

• Monitor and process level of care changes

• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance across all resident records

• Provide clinical guidance and data-driven recommendations to improve outcomes

Qualifications:

• Current LVN license in good standing with the State Board of Nursing (required)

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred)

• 3+ years of supervisory or MDS coordination experience preferred

• Long-term care and skilled nursing experience strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of PDPM tools, MDS regulations, and care planning standards

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of PCC highly preferred

• Strong reasoning, decision-making, and communication skills

• Ability to maintain professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and use of office equipment

• Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs occasionally

• Must be able to travel for training or support as needed

Why Join Orchard Post Acute?

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Supportive leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration

• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on quality outcomes and resident care

• Full benefits package for full-time employees

Apply now to join a facility that values clinical integrity, quality outcomes, and professional development. Help us continue providing exceptional care at Orchard Post Acute!