MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)
Company: Life Care Center of Tucson
Location: Cortaro
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Summary The LPN MDS Nurse is responsible to complete
and submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care
Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance
with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements Attended an
accredited LPN program Currently licensed/registered in applicable
State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse
(LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment. Two (2)
years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
CRN C Certification (clinical compliance) CPR certification upon
hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain
current during employment. Specific Job Requirements Advanced
knowledge in field of practice Make independent decisions when
circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of practices and
procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines
governing functions in the post acute care facility Implement and
interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
of the department Perform proficiently in all competency areas
including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and
sanitation Maintains professional working relationships with all
associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all
proprietary and/or confidential information Understand and follow
company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s
Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other
appropriate compliance training Essential Functions Complete and
submit accurate and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans
according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations Report any changes in a
patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or
changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility
Regulations that impact documentation Assist with review of the
Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan Review Final Validation
Reports and ensure all assessments have been accepted into the CMS
QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when
assessments are not ready to bill Review CMS Reports to identify
assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and
processes to prevent reoccurrence Attend and participate in the
Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon
request in the absence of the RN MDS Coordinator Perform functions
of a staff nurse as required Exhibit excellent customer service and
a positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of
patients Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance Concentrate and
use reasoning skills and good judgment Communicate and function
productively on an interdisciplinary team Sit, stand, bend, lift,
push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during
working hours Read, write, speak, and understand the English
language An Equal Opportunity Employer
Keywords: Life Care Center of Tucson, Scottsdale , MDS Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN), Healthcare , Cortaro, Arizona
