MDS Coordinator

Adept Nursing & Rehab of Grand Island; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Daily pay option

401k

Career growth

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

PTO & Holidays

Referral bonuses

Appreciation events

Supportive staffing ratios

Fun work environment

Job summary

Adept Nursing & Rehab of Grand Island is seeking a full-time MDS Coordinator to lead the MDS process for residents, ensure accurate documentation, and support care planning with the interdisciplinary team. You will gather patient data, review assessments, and maintain Medicare/Medicaid compliance.

The role offers competitive pay, daily pay option, 401k, PTO, health benefits, and a supportive leadership team in a friendly facility, with opportunities for career growth and a positive work

Qualifications

• RN or LPN license required or in good standing.
• 2+ years of experience in MDS coordinator role or related experience preferred.
• MDS, Medicare and Medicaid knowledge/experience expected.

Responsibilities

• Gather information on current and future residents for assessment and care planning.
• Participate in admission process and determine placement based on nursing needs.
• Determine potential RUGs and related admission costs.

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license or LPN license

RN/ LPN license valid in Nebraska

Job description

Adept Nursing & Rehab of Grand Island -

Now Hiring Full-time MDS Coordinator

• Competitive Rates
• Daily Pay Option
• 401k
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) package and Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonuses – Earn by Referring Friends!
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Supportive Staffing Ratios
• FUN and Friendly Work Environment - GREAT leadership team!

Responsibilities of MDS Coordinator:

• Gather information on our skilled nursing facility's current and future patients for future assessment, including physical and mental states.
• Participate in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement
• Determine potential Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) and expenses associated with a potential admission
• Review all applications for admission, followed by on-site or phone assessment, and communicate results of assessment to the Admissions Coordinator
• Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS process for all residents
• Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicating changes in regulations
• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect Medicaid reimbursement
• Facilitate problem‑solving for complicated admissions
• Monitor Medicare assessment schedules and nursing documentation to ensure accuracy and timely submission
• Assess charts and communicate with healthcare teams to create applicable health care plans for their current and incoming residents.

Qualifications for MDS Coordinator:

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license or LPN License
• 2-years experience in MDS coordinator role or related experience preferred
• MDS, Medicare, and Medicaid experience