Lead RNAC (Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator)

Premier Healthcare, LLC; Springfield Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare facility is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to lead the RNAC Department. This role involves managing the RNAC Office, ensuring accurate assessments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care and reimbursement processes. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in MDS completion and case management, along with a current Pennsylvania RN license. Join a compassionate team committed to providing excellent care and support to residents in a dynamic environment. If you are a detail-oriented professional looking to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of RNAC experience in healthcare, preferably long-term care.
• Current RN license in Pennsylvania is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee RNAC Office, ensuring timely and accurate resident assessments.
• Collaborate with rehab director for Medicare assessments and documentation.

Skills

MDS completion

case management

interdisciplinary team leadership

clinical resource utilization

excellent interpersonal skills

organizational skills

Education

Registered Nurse license from Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

PointClickCare

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Chestnut Hill Lodge is a 181 bed skilled nursing facility offering rehabilitation and long term healthcare services. Our mission is to enhance the lives of our residents by providing excellent care and services with skill and compassion. We seek like-minded professionals who are detail oriented, accurate and accustomed to working in a fast paced environment.

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse who has two or more years of experience with MDS completion, reimbursement, clinical resources utilization and/or case management. Someone with high initiative and proven ability to efficiently and effectively lead interdisciplinary teams as well as coordinate and manage the RAI process who can lead our RNAC Department to success.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the RNAC Office which includes staff management and organization.
• Ensuring timely, accurate and complete assessment of the residents’ health and functional status during the entire assessment period.
• Ensuring accurate and timely completion of all Medicare/Medicaid case-mix documents in order to assure appropriate reimbursement for services provided within the facility.
• Working in collaboration with the facility Director of Rehab to ensure the most appropriate assessment reference date (ARD) is utilized for Medicare/Managed Care Assessments.
• Performing concurrent MDS review to assure appropriate RUGS category is achieved through the capture of appropriate clinical information. Identifying opportunities to enhance reimbursement.
• Maintaining an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments to include the proper reference dates throughout the resident’s stay and ensuring the accurate and timely completion of all MDS assessments. Performing modifications and inactivations of assessments in accordance with CMS Correction Policy. Conducting regular audit of MDS process including validation of coding documentation, evaluating outcomes and utilization of Data Integrity Audit reports per company policy. Ensuring the timely electronic submission of all Minimum Data Sets.
• Communicating with the Business Office and Administrator on a regular basis regarding RUG distribution, default days/unassigned days, case mix index, if applicable, and their reimbursement impact.
• Participating in the month end Triple Check and other meetings as appropriate.
• Functioning as an RAI and Clinical Reimbursement resource to the facility staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualified applicants must also have:

• Two-Three (2-3) years of experience as an RNAC in a healthcare setting is a must; long term care is preferred.
• A current Registered Nurse license from Pennsylvania is required; BSN is a plus.
• Experience using PointClickCare or similar healthcare information system is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills as well as the ability to work flexible hours to support business requirements.

The company offers a competitive salary, health, dental and vision insurances, voluntary benefits through AFLAC and Colonial Life as well as 401(k) and paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer.