LPN-MDS Clinical Care Coordinator

COMMCARE CORPORATION in; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CommCare Corporation, a leader in healthcare across Louisiana and Mississippi, is seeking an LPN-MDS Clinical Care Coordinator. In this role, you will provide exceptional clinical leadership, conduct comprehensive patient assessments, ensure compliance with regulations, and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient care.

Qualifications

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' medical records.
• Monitor patient progress and collaborate on discharge plans.
• Ensure compliance with regulations related to MDS assessments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on MDS assessments.
• Accurately code medical diagnoses and procedures.
• Utilize improvement strategies for documentation accuracy.

Skills

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation improvement

Knowledge of Medicare guidelines

Job description

LPN-MDS Clinical Care Coordinator (Healthcare)

At CommCare Corporation, we're not just another healthcare provider. We're an established, forward-thinking leader in retirement living, skilled nursing, and hospice care across Louisiana and Mississippi. Our team is driven by creativity, expertise, and a passion for caregiving, and we're looking for someone who shares these values to join us.

We're seeking the right candidate for the position of LPN-MDS Clinical Care Coordinator at Old Jefferson Community Care Center. In this vital role, you'll ensure that our residents receive the highest level of care while collaborating with a dedicated team, providing exceptional clinical leadership and support.

What You Bring to the Table:

Essential Qualifications:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' medical records, including medical history, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to gather necessary information for MDS assessments and Care Plans.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to MDS assessments and Care Plans.
• Accurately code medical diagnoses and procedures using appropriate coding systems.
• Utilize clinical documentation improvement strategies to ensure accurate and complete documentation.
• Monitor and track patient progress and outcomes to support care planning and utilization management.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop effective discharge plans.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Medicare guidelines and regulations.