MDS Coordinator

Lillington Health & Rehabilitation Center; Lillington (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

FSA

PTO

Career growth

Job summary

Lillington Health & Rehabilitation Center in Lillington, NC is seeking a qualified MDS Coordinator to ensure accurate minimum data set assessments and to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on care plans after reviewing patient records.

You will submit MDS assessments, oversee care plan conferences, ensure ARD compliance with Medicare/Medicaid rules, participate in monthly Quality Measure meetings, and assist with documentation improvements.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in North Carolina.
• LPN license considered with relevant experience.
• MDS experience in skilled nursing/long-term care preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit accurate minimum data set (MDS) assessments on patients.
• Oversee care plan process including coordination of patient care plan conferences.
• Ensure ARD stays within Medicare & Medicaid guidelines.
• Participate in monthly Quality Measure meetings.
• Work with nursing leadership to identify and resolve documentation opportunities.
• Assist interdisciplinary team in Medicare coverage decisions.

Job description

Lillington Health & Rehabilitation Center in Lillington, NC is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as a MDS Coordinator.

As a MDS Coordinator your primary responsibility will be to ensure that every patient has an accurate minimum data set (MDS) assessment and work closely with the interdisciplinary team to create comprehensive plans of care after reviewing the patient’s medical record and communicating with direct care staff, the patient’s physician, and family. You will play a pivotal role in helping us meet our commitment to providing Care Beyond Compare.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $68,640 to $83,200 per year commensurate with experience
• Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees
• Career Growth Opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Complete and submit accurate minimum data set (MDS) assessments on patients.
• Oversee care plan process including coordination of patient care plan conferences.
• Ensure Assessment Reference Date (ARD) stays within Medicare & Medicaid guidelines.
• Participate in monthly Quality Measure meetings.
• Work with nursing leadership team to identify and resolve opportunities in documentation.
• Assist interdisciplinary team in making appropriate Medicare coverage decisions.

What You Need

• Active, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in North Carolina.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will be considered with relevant experience.
• Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care MDS experience preferred.
• Proficient with computer programs including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• This is a salaried/exempt position.

If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where every day you can make a sincere difference in someone's life, we're looking for you!