RN Assessment Coordinator (RNAC)

Job Description

Job Description

Eklego is seeking a dedicated RN Assessment Coordinator (RNAC) in a direct-hire position for a highly respected and established healthcare organization in Montgomery County, near Philadelphia, PA.

Eklego partners with choice organizations committed to hiring qualified and compassionate staff, and Eklego partners with YOU to find a workplace that best fits your priorities!

This direct-hire RNAC opportunity offers:

• Full Time Days , Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week!
• Friendly, family-like atmosphere!
• Competitive pay and outstanding benefits!

Responsibilities for the RNAC:

• Reviews computerized MDS schedule and completes assessments in timely manner per RAI guidelines affixing initials to communicate completion. Schedules MDS assessments in a timely manner. Using the computer system, communicates the schedule and any other necessary information to interdisciplinary team members. Creates initial care plan meeting agenda for staff to schedule family meetings.
• Demonstrates the ability to accurately assess residents according to RAI guidelines and the nursing process.
• Demonstrates the ability to accurately complete and document the MDS, (OBRA, PPS) CAAS, according to RAI guidelines. Demonstrates the ability to develop resident specific care plans. Keeps resident care plans individualized an updated appropriately.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative communications with residents, their responsible parties, the Director of Nursing, other health care professionals and facility departments.
• Strives to complete and enter into the computer all required resident assessments and tracking forms required by regulations in a timely fashion, electronically or manually sign; print and place in appropriate medical record. Reports completion or signature non-compliance to the appropriate supervisor.
• Is familiar with all current state and federal regulations related to resident assessment and care planning process and assumes responsibility for maintaining current knowledge and skills with respect to assessment process, state and federal regulations, reimbursements related to the RAI process, and technology. Maintains knowledge of facility procedures and nursing process.
• Attends unit stand up meetings to discuss changes in condition and significant events. Attends continuing education programs. Attends unit staff meetings when needed to provide education.
• Assists in developing and updating of procedures related to the resident assessment process; participates in quality assurance programs, assists in staff education related to documentation and RAI process; participates in Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings when necessary.
• Performs direct resident care during emergent situations.

Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing as a Registered Nurse.
• Current RN licensure by the PA State Board of Nursing.
• CPR certification (prior to or upon employment).
• Basic computer knowledge required.

Why Choose Eklego?

• We'll take the time to learn about your background, your goals, and your needs.
• This is a direct employment opportunity with a reputable healthcare organization. We partner exclusively with top-notch providers. This gives you a one-stop, simple solution to a choice of employers and positions.
• Our clients rely on our expertise and trust Eklego to bring talent like YOU because we're ALL better together

We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status, including genetic information.