MDS Coordinator

Grady Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Atlanta is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) MDS Coordinator. This role involves scheduling and coordinating the completion of the Minimum Data Set for residents, ensuring compliance with state requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid guidelines. Join a team dedicated to providing quality care and improving resident outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5 years of clinical and utilization experience in Long Term Care or skilled facility.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid reimbursement guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and coordinates completion of the Minimum Data Set for residents.
• Identifies resident problems and develops individual Care Plans.
• Optimizes the MDS Process for appropriate services and reimbursement.

Skills

Clinical Experience

Knowledge of Medicare

Knowledge of Medicaid

Education

Georgia Licensure as a Practical Nurse

MDS Certification

Job description

Grady Health System offers many career paths. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages on your career, you can find a rewarding position at Grady!

SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) MDS Coordinator schedules, coordinates and ensure completion of the state required Minimum Data Set on all residents throughout the facility to include admissions, significant changes, quarterly and Medicare assessments in a timely manner. He/she identifies resident problems from the MDS and other assessments and develops the initial individual Care Plan for each resident. The MDS Coordinator reviews and optimizes the MDS Process to ensure appropriate services are rendered justifies facility reimbursement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Georgia Licensure as a Practical Nurse required
• MDS Certification required
• Must have five (5) years of clinical and utilization experience in a Long Term Care or skilled facility
• Strong working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid reimbursement guidelines, PPS and Rugs categories as it relates to the MDS process

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.