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BASIC DESCRIPTION
Minimum data set (MDS) nurses are long-term care nurses specializing in assessing the needs of long-term care residents. They are responsible for ensuring that MDS assessments are conducted regularly and that care is coordinated among long-term care residents. MDS is a tool that assesses quality of care among long-term care residents and that has a significant influence in payment and reimbursement of skilled nursing care provided.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Science in Nursing is often required; certification can be obtained from the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators.
CORE COMPETENCIES/SKILLS NEEDED
â– Meticulous attention to details
â– Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulatory standards
â– Basic computer skills
â– Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams
â– Significant long-term care experience
RELATED WEB SITE AND PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION
â– American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators (http://www.aanac.org/)