MDS Assistant - Rest Home

This position is located in the Gallatin Rest Home and is responsible for assisting the MDS Team with resident assessments, interviews, and and plans of care. The position reports to the Rest Home Administrator and does not supervise personnel.

Each duty listed below makes up at least 20% of the job, and all other functions are included in Other Duties as Assigned.  All duties below are essential functions unless otherwise indicated.

DATA COLLECTION AND REPORTING

• Assist with the completion of the Minimum Data Set form (MDS) for nursing home resident assessment.

• Reviews individual resident charts for nursing, therapy, physician, and interdisciplinary team (IDT) documentation and assessments. Conducts resident interviews and resident testing (e.g., vision, hearing, etc.). Conducts staff interviews to collect and compile required information for use in assessments.

• Assists with completion of appropriate MDS assessment report for each resident, incorporating all information collected during interviews, chart reviews, and other data collection activities, in addition to interpreting instructions in the MDS manual.

AUDITS AND ASSESSMENTS

• Completes audits including but not limited to:

• Pressure Injury Audit - weekly audit which includes looking at and measuring any pressure injuries, updating reports, entering information in EHR, family notifications, occasionally making rounds with Wound Clinic.  

• AIMS and Behavior Quarterly Assessments - due January, April, July, and October

RESIDENT CARE PLAN COORDINATION

• Assists with updating resident care area narrative assessments and care plans to ensure compliance with established timelines and guidelines.

• Reviews charts and MDS assessments, conducts staff and resident interviews, and develops preliminary care plans including problem statements, goals, and interventions.  Forwards preliminary care plans to other care team members and nursing staff for input and approval.

SCHEDULING, RECORDS MANAGEMENT, AND TRAINING

• Reviews medical records for approved admissions and copies appropriate records to be included in resident/patient chart.

• Enters admission orders for new residents/patients.   Assesses admission orders for possible contraindications, omissions, irregularities, and reports to staff for follow up.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor. This includes participating in special projects, occasionally filling in for other employees, participating in ongoing training, and a variety of other functions as needed.  If the County Commission proclaims a local emergency due to an actual or threatened disaster such as an earthquake, fire, riot, flood etc., County employees may be required to provide services during the emergency and for a subsequent period of assessment and recovery.This work requires knowledge of human development, medical terminology, and Medicare and Medicaid payment systems, skill in clinical assessment procedures, and excellent communication and organizational skills.  Attention to detail is required.The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse registered in the State of Montana.About Gallatin County:

Located in a sweeping valley in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Gallatin County is the most populated and fastest growing county in scenic southwest Montana. The County Seat of Bozeman at large encompasses over 50,000 people, yet has a small town feel. Located in a breathtaking Rocky Mountain setting, it is close to world-class downhill skiing, blue ribbon trout streams, Yellowstone National Park and a multitude of other outdoor activities in the pristine nearby wilderness areas.

Gallatin County covers over 2,500 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks and open ranch lands. Nearly half of all the land in Gallatin County is under public ownership by the Gallatin National Forest, the State of Montana, Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service.

Gallatin County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Yellowstone National Park (our first National Park) to lush farmland, and a growing economy of high-tech industries. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, ranchers, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Gallatin County's boundless opportunities.

Some of the many benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees:

Excellent Medical Health Benefits - Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees.  The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees.   The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees.  The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $205.00 per pay period.

Medical deductible is $400 for an individual and $1,000 for a family. 

Paid Parental Leave (PPL)- In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Gallatin County provides 240 hours of PPL to eligible full-time employees.  The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Gallatin County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

To see all of our benefits, please click on the benefits tab.

LICENSE:   Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of Montana and be insurable under the county's liability policies.  As a condition of hire, pre-employment drug testing may be done.

NOTE: Must be willing to work in a smoke-free environment.

As a condition of hire, the final candidate will be required to successfully pass a criminal history check and background investigation.

To be considered for this position please be prepared to attach the following required documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume' 

• 3 Work References

Gallatin County does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.