ADON MDS Coordinator (RN or LPN)

MGM Healthcare; Oakland (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care in senior living. As an MDS Coordinator or Assistant Director of Nursing, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering high-quality care. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Enjoy competitive pay, generous benefits, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents. If you are passionate about nursing and committed to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with an active Iowa license.
• MDS experience preferred but willing to train enthusiastic candidates.

Responsibilities

• Manage the MDS department and ensure timely assessments of residents.
• Participate in training staff on the RAI process and documentation.

Skills

MDS experience

Nursing management

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Compassion and empathy

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

CPR certification

Tools

EMR software

Clinical software programs

Job description

At Oakland Manor, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living. Oakland Manor partners with a vast network of skilled nursing centers across 3 states to support our small team environment of caring professionals with the resources and benefits of a large enterprise. Your legacy of excellence begins when you join us at Oakland Manor.

Pay, Benefits and Perks ofMDS Coordinator (RN or LPN) / Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON):

• Competitive Pay Based on Experience
• Immediately accrue paid time off (PTO) as you work! (full-time only)
• 6 Observed Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• Up to $5,000 per in tuition/education reimbursement per calendar year for approved program of study
• Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company-matched contributions after 1 year of employment
• Medical (Teledoc Included), Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary Insurances for full-time employees

Essential Functions ofMDS Coordinator (RN or LPN) / Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON):

• Have a thorough understanding of all regulations and standards related to the RAI process (Federal/State regulations and MDS RAI User Manual).
• Participate in the pre-admission process to ensure essential information needed for MDS/Case Mix coding is obtained from the referral source(s) and meets Medicaid eligibility requirements when applicable.
• Work in collaboration with the Director of Nursing to ensure necessary nursing documentation and risk assessments are completed timely to capture nursing services delivered on the MDS.
• Participate in meetings at community and corporate level.
• Participate in the preparation and timely submission of any Additional Documentation Requests (ADRs)/Revenue Audits.
• Participate in the community orientation as the community’s subject matter expert on Activities of Daily Living (ADL) documentation and MDS supportive documentation requirements.
• Participate in the training of new associates on the RAI process.
• Provide ongoing training/education to staff regarding RAI process to included but not limited to: ADL documentation, interview techniques, skilled services and documentation guidelines.
• Assesses competency of all staff members involved in the RAI process and educates the interdisciplinary team (IDT) as needed.
• Demonstrate an understanding and assisting in the preparation of clinical, quality and reimbursement reports.
• Participating in the review of quarterly Medicaid reports, if applicable.
• Completion of the RAI process and management of the MDS department.
• Ensures timely, accurate, and complete assessments of the residents’ health and functional status during the entire assessment period.
• Schedules and opens in the EMR resident’s MDS assessments as applicable per RAI guidelines for OBRA, Medicare PPS, and/or Medicaid/State required assessments.
• Accurately code the MDS to reflect services delivered per RAI guidelines. Ensures the accurate and timely completion of all MDS sections and assessments.
• Ensures individualized plans of care with interdisciplinary approach in accordance with federal, state and local regulations, and the established policies and procedures.
• Reviews the CASPER validation reports and ensures that appropriate follow-up action is taken.
• Analyzes Quality Measure reports as a mechanism of quality assurance and improvement.
• Functions as an RAI and Clinical Reimbursement resource to the community staff.
• Attends and participates in education, such as but not limited to: Corporate webinars and meetings, RAC-CT, ADL training, Relias/Online training, and community training.
• Maintains proficiency in the operations of the clinical/MDS software program.
• Maintains proficiency in the ability to transmit data per regulatory standards.
• Maintains proficiency in Medicare/PDPM, ICD10 coding, OBRA, RAI and Regulatory changes related to.
• Maintains confidentiality of pertinent client and employee information to assure their privacy is protected.
• Safety concerns are identified, and appropriate actions are taken to maintain and assure patient safety.
• Monitors clinical systems for changes in resident condition.
• Strategically sets assessment reference date (ARD), in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team, to capture needs, care and services delivered to accurately reflect the status of the resident.
• Monitors MDS and care plan documentation on all residents, assuring that complete, orderly and chronological documentation is maintained in the file.
• Communicates pertinent information to nursing management, business office, facility administration, Regional Clinical Reimbursement, and corporate biller.
• Attends, actively participates, and provides MDS, QM, and Reimbursement expertise at the following meetings: Daily Clinical, Weekly Resident at Risk, Weekly Utilization Review and Daily Stand up.
• Remains current with industry changes.
• Use of PCC and POC for MDS documentation.
• The ADON works under the direction of the DON to complete the following functions:
• Provide personal care to residents in a manner conductive to their safety and comfort consistent with Company Clinical Policies and Procedures as well as state/federal guidelines and regulations.
• Initiates the development and implementation of policies and procedures that govern the nursing staff in collaboration with appropriate services.
• Responsible for the provision of nursing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• Establish and maintain job specification and descriptions for nursing staff.
• Address and support cultural practices if such practices do not harm others or interfere with the planned course of medical therapy.
• Recommend modifications, additions, or deletions to nursing staffing plans to ensure reasonable hours and acceptable working conditions to provide optimal resident care coverage.
• Assure that each resident’s accident or incident is fully documented and reported in accordance with Company Clinical Policies and Procedures and state/federal guidelines and regulations.
• Represent nursing staff on various committees, Infection Prevention and Control, Pain Management, Performance Improvement, and Quality Assurance.
• Make rounds to all nursing units daily.
• Participate in performance improvement functions by collecting and verifying data, as needed.
• Consult other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the resident’s needs.
• Ensure licensed nurses perform head-to-toe assessments and reassessments on all residents.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the geriatric residents and evaluate licensed nurse’s abilities to asses and reassess residents.
• Ability to interpret results of test and procedures; take appropriate action.
• Assess residents on admission and at least once per shift, as well as when conditions change and document appropriately.
• Ability to adequately assess and reassess residents’ pain, utilize appropriate pain management techniques, and education resident and family on pain management.
• Interpret test results and take appropriate action on results.
• Promote and support the greatest possible degree of independence for residents.
• Contribute knowledge of residents’ conditions and document observations as required.
• Promote a safe and clean hazard-free environment for residents, family members, and staff members.
• Assure equipment is clean and functional. Report any malfunctions to supervisor.
• Ability to function as a team leader and role model.
• Abide by the Company Clinical policies and procedures for Abuse Prevention.
• Notify physician of changes in resident’s condition and follow through until appropriate action is taken.
• Follow through, as needed, on information given by shift report, resident or family regarding resident concerns.
• Implement plan of care for the resident based on assessments and goals as established by the interdisciplinary care team.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Plan and coordinate with Administrator, utilizing the respective service managers for planning the budgeting requirements for staff, performance of work, supplies, and equipment.
• Responsible for cost controls to ensure maximum effectiveness of funds expended from approved department budgets.
• Follows infection prevention and control procedures and supervises supportive staff in infection prevention and control procedures.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

Other Duties of MDS Coordinator (RN or LPN) / Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON):

• As this job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, the employee will be expected to perform other essential functions and duties as assigned.

QualificationsofMDS Coordinator (RN or LPN) / Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON):

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• MDS experienceis preferred, however will educate and work alongside any dedicated, enthusiastic candidate to grow their skill set in this challenging and rewarding career.
• Prior nursing management/leadership is preferred.
• Can be either an RN or LPN with a current, active Iowa license.
• CPR certified
• Candidates must maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude.
• Convey compassion and empathy for residents and their representatives.
• Be a skilled communicator, educator, director, and motivator
• Have exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Be committed to excellence.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.

EEO Statement:

Our facility provides equal employment opportunities. We are committed to complying with all state, federal, and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, programs, reductions in workforce, termination, and recall. Our facility strives to provide equal opportunity for employment to all individuals who are properly qualified and able to perform the duties of their employment, without regard to employees; legally-protected characteristics (protected class) including: age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, or genetic information.

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