MDS Coordinator

Life Care Centers of America; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Columbus, OH seeks an experienced RN MDS Coordinator to manage interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CCAs and Care Plans in full compliance with CMS RAI regulations. The role requires an active RN license, at least two years of nursing experience (geriatric preferred), and CRNC and CPR certification.

You will educate staff, review plans, and participate in daily PPS meetings to ensure accurate documentation and timely billing.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• Two years of nursing experience, geriatric preferred.
• CRNC Certification (Clinical Compliance) and CPR certification on hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans.
• Report changes in a patient''s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON.
• Educate direct care staff about updates or changes to CMS RAI Manual or SNF regulations.
• Assist with review of Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan.
• Review CMS Reports to identify late assessments and develop prevention processes.
• Attend Daily PPS Meeting and Monthly Triple Check, and other requested meetings.
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required.
• Maintain patient rights and safety; demonstrate integrity and professionalism.

Skills

RN license

MDS Coordinator

CMS RAI knowledge

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

CMS QIES

Job description

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS WITH EXPERIENCE!!!!

Position Summary

The RN MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Associate or bachelorrns degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• CRN C Certification (clinical compliance)
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Advanced knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Cares Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
• Report any changes in a patients condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
• Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
• Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
• Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill
• Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
• Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language