MDS Coordinator

Touchpoints at Manchester; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Dental & vision insurance

On-site work in Manchester

Job summary

Touchpoints at Manchester is seeking an MDS Coordinator to manage the Medicare/Medicaid case-mix documents and care assessments. You will ensure accurate MDS processing for appropriate reimbursement and coordinate with Nursing, Dietary, Social Services, and Rehabilitation to optimize care and compliance.

The role requires Connecticut-licensed nursing, MDS knowledge, and potential supervisory experience in long-term care.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license in Connecticut required; RN preferred.
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance/Improvement processes required.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree in a health care related field preferred.
• Supervisory experience in long-term care preferred; at least 2 years in LTC.
• At least 3 months experience completing MDS and knowledge of PPS preferred.

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 MDS processes and sections.
• Ensures current MDS/PPS updates are implemented and staff is in-serviced.
• Cross trains between PPS and OBRA.
• Conducts regular resident interviews as required by the MDS.
• Responds to clinical emergencies and regulatory visits outside normal hours as needed.

Skills

Nursing licensure CT

MDS knowledge

Leadership & supervision

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in healthcare

MDS training / PPS knowledge

Job description

MDS Coordinator

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

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