MDS Coordinator

Advantage Care Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MDS Coordinator to ensure compliance with state-required assessments and optimize the MDS process for effective service delivery. In this vital role, you will identify resident needs and develop tailored Care Plans, ensuring that appropriate services are rendered and reimbursement is justified. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on resident care in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for residents and have a strong background in nursing, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current Georgia Nursing Licensure (LPN or RN) is required.
• Experience in clinical and utilization in Long Term Care or skilled facility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for all residents.
• Identifies resident problems and develops individual Care Plans.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Care Planning

Medicare Knowledge

Medicaid Knowledge

Education

Georgia Nursing Licensure (LPN or RN)

Job description

Coordinates and ensures the completion of the state-required Minimum Data Set (MDS) for all residents throughout the facility, including admissions, significant changes, quarterly, and Medicare assessments, in a timely manner.

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 and facility reimbursement is justified.

Qualifications:

• Current Georgia Nursing Licensure, LPN or RN
• Experience in clinical and utilization in a Long Term Care or skilled facility
• Strong working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid reimbursement guidelines, PPS, and RUGs categories as they relate to the MDS process.