MDS & Care Coordination Specialist

Topaz Fiscal Services LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Topaz Fiscal Services LLC is seeking a MDS Coordinator in a healthcare facility. The role centers on coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, completing timely MDS, and leading PPS/Medicaid case-mix meetings to optimize resident care.

The position requires an active RN or LVN license with LTC experience, familiarity with RAI, and strong leadership and communication skills to work with interdisciplinary teams and families.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license as LVN or RN in the state.
• RN license preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in long-term care preferred.
• 6 months experience in rehabilitative/restorative nursing preferred.
• 2 years’ experience in RAI process completion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current MDS status for each resident per laws and facility policy.
• Schedule OBRA, Medicare PPS, or Medicaid assessments and communicate with departments/families.
• Monitor resident condition changes and coordinate MDS re-assessment and care plan updates.
• Set ARD with interdisciplinary team to reflect resident needs and services.
• Complete MDS/CAA sections per policies and guidelines.
• Attend and coordinate Casemix, Utilization Review, and Triple Check meetings.
• Maintain assessments for at least 15 months per Federal Regulations.
• Transmit MDS data electronically to state per regulations.
• Adhere to facility policies governing nursing services.

Skills

MDS knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Detail orientation

Active listening

Critical thinking

Self-motivation

Work under pressure

Interpersonal with families

Education

RN/LVN license

RN license preferred

Tools

PointClickCare

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

Topaz Fiscal Services LLC is seeking a MDS Coordinator in a healthcare facility. The role centers on coordinating the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process, completing timely MDS, and leading PPS/Medicaid case-mix meetings to optimize resident care.

The position requires an active RN or LVN license with LTC experience, familiarity with RAI, and strong leadership and communication skills to work with interdisciplinary teams and families.