RN MDS Coordinator: Master Care Plans & Compliance

Life Care Centers of America; Andover; On-site; GBP 48,554 - 67,229; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an RN MDS Coordinator to coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans in line with CMS RAI Manual Regulations.

The role requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing, current RN license, at least 2 years of nursing experience (geriatrics preferred), CPR certification, and strong knowledge of regulatory requirements. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Current RN license in good standing.
• Two years’ nursing experience; geriatric experience preferred.
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation; must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, 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 CMS regulations impacting documentation
• Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
• Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into CMS QIES prior to billing
• Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems to prevent recurrence
• Attend and participate in Daily PPS Meetings, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings
• 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 integrity and professionalism per Life Care’s Code of Conduct
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

Skills

MDS coordination

CMS RAI knowledge

Interdisciplinary teamwork

CPR certified

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

CMS QIES

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an RN MDS Coordinator to coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans in line with CMS RAI Manual Regulations.

The role requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing, current RN license, at least 2 years of nursing experience (geriatrics preferred), CPR certification, and strong knowledge of regulatory requirements. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.