RN 4 Life

RN 4 Life

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  1. case study question? Skilled Med A services

    RN 4 Life replied to jpav33's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    I agree with Talino and poohmdsnurse....in addition you can also be an advocate for the patient and their family by helping them make the best decision. Determine if the patient will be eligible to...

  2. Getting started as MDS nurse

    RN 4 Life replied to farmgirl2's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    I agree, while I have not taken the course, I believe it would prove ver beneficial...once you have had a little time to work through things on your own. Waiting 6-9 months after you start the...

  3. How do you decide on an ARD?

    RN 4 Life replied to flashpoint's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    This can be especially challenging when the therapist do not understand the role they play in reimbursement for the center/facility and completing the MDS. I would try talking to them first telling...

  4. mds coordinators

    RN 4 Life replied to orrwhat24's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    I would say there is a huge learning curve for becomeing a MDS Coordinator. It takes about 6 months to grasp minimal competency and then another 6 months to begin mastering your skills and develop...

  5. Culture Change In LTC?

    RN 4 Life posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I personally think it is wonderful plan, but understand the fear and concerns direct care staff face while implementing these changes? Is anyone implementing this in there facility?If so what are...

  6. Your boss?

    RN 4 Life replied to goldeneyes181's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    The MDS Coordinators report directly to the administrator, although they receive guidance from internal consultants who also influence how they do on their annual

  7. mds coordinators

    RN 4 Life replied to orrwhat24's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    I am glad to see you hung in there. There is a big learning curve to be a MDS Coordinator and an even bigger learning curve to be a successful one. Are there any specific questions you have about...

  8. Culture Change In LTC?

    RN 4 Life replied to RN 4 Life's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    The MDS 3.0 is going to a poweful tool. Its ability to help us assess and collect data regarding how our patient is doing is going to change to face of care in the nursing home. I do believe that...

  9. Culture Change In LTC?

    RN 4 Life replied to RN 4 Life's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    How are things coming along? How are the patients and their families responding and how is the staff adjusting. I think your facility taking the best approach to implementing culture

  10. I need help!

    RN 4 Life replied to jpav33's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    It is now March 14th and I am wondering how you are making out? Have you got your first Medicare patient yet? Do you have any questions? Let us know how you are

  11. AANAC Discussion Group Closing Its Door

    RN 4 Life replied to Talino's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    I am a member of AANAC, AANEX and allnurses, I like them all. But I have to say allnurses is my favorite. I like all the extras such as the Thank You's, ability to email privately, how you can rate a...

  12. Recovery Audit Contractors

    RN 4 Life replied to nratchet's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    you are correct, it does not state that as a specific reason for there use, but i do believe the intent is to allow some flexibility to the patient and the staff. not making the rules so strict that...

  13. overuse of grace days?

    RN 4 Life replied to jpav33's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    As an MDS Coordinator it is part of your responsiblity to maximize reimbursement. I think sometimes nurses feel this is a negative thing and look at it as shameful. Yet, it is a very important part...

  14. MDS Coordinator salaries

    RN 4 Life replied to Nascar nurse's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    I am just wondering whether or not you accepted the position and how things are going so far. I do know of several LPNs who are MDS Coordinators and they are all very very good. They maximize revenue...

  15. Recovery Audit Contractors

    RN 4 Life replied to nratchet's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    below is an excerpt from the federal register detailing the appropriateness of grace days. ultimately it is appropriate to use grace days to more accurately capture therapy minutes or other...

  16. How do you decide on an ARD?

    RN 4 Life replied to flashpoint's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    Well, one thing I definetly would not do is have a prearranged idea of when every assessment would be "the first Monday in there assessment period". First look at the type of assessment you would be...

  17. MDS Cordinator

    RN 4 Life replied to busy-bee's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    just take one day at a time. there are rewards and there are stressors to being an mds coordinator. as you become familiar with your role and what you need you develop ways to make your job easier and...

  18. MDS Coordinators/ RN or LPN Assessment Coordinators

    RN 4 Life posted a topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    i would like to use this thread to discuss mds tips and answer questions. please post any and all types of questions on mds's from how to ?'s to salary ?'s. i will begin by asking the the following...

  19. MDS Coordinator sub-forum

    RN 4 Life replied to Nascar nurse's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    Oh by the way, remember they should count the minutes they use before and after the treatment is givien to determine need and it effectiveness i.e. lung sounds, pulse ox measurements, etc. This...

  20. MDS Coordinator sub-forum

    RN 4 Life replied to Nascar nurse's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    Is it possible you can have them document the number of minutes in the MAR or TAR underneath their

  21. MDS Coordinators/ RN or LPN Assessment Coordinators

    RN 4 Life replied to RN 4 Life's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    I dont know a set amount of assessments per MDS Coordinator, but as a traveling consultant I have seen that the facilities that have the best revenue reimbursement from the MDS are those that the MDS...

  22. Help with RAP's...PLEASE!

    RN 4 Life replied to catmom1's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    Just remember that if the resident is Medicare you must submit at least a 5 day assessment if they are in your facility past midnight the day of admission...Example: Admitted on 2/14/07 at 9:45pm and...

  23. Culture Change In LTC?

    RN 4 Life replied to RN 4 Life's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Are you serious...Your being sarcastic? Right? I am know you wouldn't let your residents suffer because a policy allows you more flexibility to care for your residents? I know you would use your skill...

  24. Culture Change In LTC?

    RN 4 Life replied to RN 4 Life's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    No, twojays my comments were intended for you...while you may not be 100% in agreement with the initiation of culture change in your facility [and trust me I do understand your concerns] I appreciate...

  25. Nurse to Resident ratio

    RN 4 Life replied to 4everlearning's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree, I would get out!!! Dont loose your license by working in these conditions... this is CRAZY!!! Please quit! You have worked 2 hard to become a nurse to give it all up! Start looking today...so...