MDS Coordinator

iCare Health Network; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

iCare Health Network is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator in Connecticut to lead the MDS process and ensure accurate reimbursement through PPS/OBRA compliance. The role requires coordinating interdisciplinary teams and maintaining up-to-date MDS documentation.

The ideal candidate holds an active CT nursing license (RN preferred) and brings supervisory or lead experience in long-term care, along with familiarity with MDS/PPS updates and staff training.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license in CT (RN preferred).
• 2+ years supervisory or lead experience in long-term care.
• 3 months MDS experience or training in PPS/MDS.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of resident care by following the MDS process.
• Coordinate and facilitate care conferences with the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete, review and ensure accuracy of Minimum Data Sets (MDS).
• Educate and train nursing staff on MDS roles, PPS, and related sections.
• Ensure MDS/PPS updates are implemented and staff are in-serviced.
• Cross-train between PPS and OBRA.
• Respond to clinical emergencies, regulatory visits, and surveys outside normal hours.

Skills

Nursing license

MDS experience

Regulatory knowledge

Supervisory experience

Interdisciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in health care

Tools

MDS software

Job description

The primary role of the MDS Coordinator is to coordinate and guide the overall process and tracking of all Medicare/Medicaid case-mix documents, and care assessments in order to assure appropriate reimbursement for services. The position is also responsible for completing concurrent MDS to assure achievement of maximum allowable RUG categories, as well as integrating information from Nursing, Dietary, Social Services, and Rehabilitation departments for appropriate reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of resident care by following the MDS process.
• Coordinates and facilitates care conferences with the interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinates, completes and reviews Minimum Data Sets (MDS)
• Educates, trains and assists nursing staff and other departments regarding the roles of assessments, planning, implementation and MDS process; and completion of applicable sections of MDS.
• Responsible for ensuring all current MDS/PPS updates are implemented and staff is in-serviced.
• Will cross train between PPS and OBRA.
• Conducts regular resident interviews as required by the MDS
• Available to respond to clinical emergencies, regulatory agency visits, surveys and issues outside of normal work hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license in the State of Connecticut, required. RN preferred.
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance/Improvement processes, required.
• Bachelors or Associate degree in a health care related field, preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory position in long-term care, preferred. Must have at least 2 years long-term care experience.
• At least 3 months experience completing MDS and MDS training program or equivalent experience and knowledge of PPS, preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous salary, commensurate with experience
• Benefits program, includes health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off, including vacation, personal, and sick time
• 401(k) Retirement program with matching
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Collaborative work environment