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No. 30
from parislpn
Old Jul 02, 2008, 11:05 PM

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A RN has to sign the Mds, signing it only certifies that it is completed, not that it is accurate, each person completing a section has to attest to the accuracy of the section they complete, by signing their name and the section they complete.
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No. 31
from parislpn
Old Jul 02, 2008, 11:11 PM

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A mds note is a nurse's note about the resident to support the mds coding, for eg. pain, behavors, ADL's anything that happen within the last 7days/30 days leading up to the assessment reference date (ARD) that they would be able to capture on the mds to get money back
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No. 32
from juniemoon99
Old Aug 11, 2008, 07:47 AM

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Hi! I am new to the area (middle Georgia) and I am looking for seminars for the MDS/PPS etc.. process in hopes of landing a position as MDS nurse-coordinator etc.. I have 10 years in LTC and would like to take a stab at this. Anyone have any knowledge of workshops coming up in the near future?
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No. 33
from Talino
Old Aug 11, 2008, 09:11 AM
Updated Aug 11, 2008 at 09:13 AM by Talino

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Originally Posted by juniemoon99 View Post
Hi! I am new to the area (middle Georgia) and I am looking for seminars for the MDS/PPS etc.. process in hopes of landing a position as MDS nurse-coordinator etc.. I have 10 years in LTC and would like to take a stab at this. Anyone have any knowledge of workshops coming up in the near future?
AANAC has one in Atlanta in September -- http://www.aanac.org/pages/workshops.asp

NRAI has one in TN and in FL in October -- http://www.nrai.net/live_seminars.php

Just a heads up... these are expensive courses of the already outgoing MDS 2.0.
MDS 3.0 begins in October ’09 which will likely compel a new course and training from these organizations.

You can get some insight of the MDS 2.0 here ... https://www.qtso.com/mdsdownload.html (click yes to security prompt) and a free online training here -- http://www.mdstraining.org/upfront/u1.asp (simple registration required).

Just an opinion .. If you're already in LTC, hook-up w/ the current MDS coordinator and learn the basics. Hands-on training is the best learning foundation. Then go for the workshops when you've learned the fundamentals. Good luck!
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No. 34
from Shanti2u
Old Nov 27, 2008, 12:13 AM

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Does anyone know about MMQ's ~ Is there a manual or courses for this area ? Any information would be helpful and appreciated !
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No. 35
from Carrie162
Old Nov 30, 2008, 05:21 PM

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Shanti2u,
I am also in Massachusetts and familiar with MMQ's. There is a manual; it can be downloaded from the mass.gov website. Look up instructions to complete the mmq. There are also courses; look on the mass extended care federation website; they usually have mmq related courses every 6 months or so. Also, Larsen Allen (formerly Landa & Altshier) in Randolph has some good educational opportunities. The MMQ is less complicated than the MDS; fewer questions, but on-site audits are completed by nurse reviewers that encompasses all documentation, so there is a big potential for recoupment if you are not on your toes. Good luck!
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No. 36
from MaritesaRN
Old Dec 24, 2008, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Carrie162 View Post
I have been an MDS/PPS coordinator for two years. I would ask, before you accept the position, what kind of training will you receive? Especially considering you are new to MDS. I would ask, are you responsible for LTC assessments, such as the quarterly and comprehensive assessments, or are you also responsible for the PPS assessments, the 5day, 14-day, 30-day etc? How many beds in the facility? IF it is a large facility and you do both LTC and Medicare/PPS, that is a lot of work. Do the floor nurses and unit managers participate in any sections of the long term care MDS? Who is your resource person if you have questions? And does this facility have a good survey history with MDS or are you going to be responsible to clean up if there have been scheduling problems?


Very good points there...... Yes some of this owners wants to pay only one for a two position....this makes it an impossible task. Like everything else it is nice where you are getting into, then make the decision. Good luck!
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No. 37
from sm101
Old Apr 04, 2009, 06:34 PM

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what is a tile class?
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No. 38
from iheartangelinajolie
Old Aug 25, 2009, 12:41 AM

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Personally I don't think any of the classes will help because you need to expose yourself to the assessments and learn through trial and error. I was supposed to attend the certification class but I had to go out of town for a wedding. I have been in MDS for 6 months now and I think you should memorize the sections of the assessments so that it is easier for you to understand what type of information you will be looking for. I hope that helped?
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No. 39
from juniemoon99
Old Aug 25, 2009, 09:29 AM

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Thank you so much for the reply as it is old.....I am still very interested in doing MDS..I have worked in LTC for 10 years..have completed the Restorative section of MDS when I was Restorative nurse. I have taught the entire staff about using the Kiosk to enter their data for the MDS. I have sat in on the weekly meetings to discuss the data that would be used for the MDS..so I am very familiar with the system. The big problem is....no one is hiring in my area, or the ones that are I would not set foot into. Probably the most challenging issue is everyone who needs a MDS nurse wants at least 2-3 years experience. So, you can see my frustration. Again, thank you for the response
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