MDS Coordinator

Aperion Care; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an MDS Coordinator to ensure accurate completion of Medicare/Medicaid documentation. In this vital role, you will conduct assessments for new admissions, coordinate care plans, and manage MDS submissions to optimize reimbursement. Your expertise will be crucial in integrating various services and ensuring compliance with regulations. Join a team dedicated to providing exceptional care in a supportive environment, where your contributions will directly impact residents' well-being and the facility's success.

Benefits

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with current state licensure.
• Long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete all Medicare/Medicaid case-mix documents accurately.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary participation in MDS assessments.
• Manage data entry and electronic submission of MDS assessments.

Skills

Registered Nurse Licensure

Long-term Care Experience

English Proficiency

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SUMMARY: The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the accurate and timely completion of all Medicare/Medicaid case-mix documents to ensure appropriate reimbursement for care and services within the facility. Conducts continual Minimum Data Set (MDS) reviews to optimize Resource Utilization Group (RUG) categories. Oversees the process and tracking of MDS/PPS documentation and submission. Integrates nursing, dietary, social recreation, restorative, rehabilitation, and physician services to ensure proper assessment and reimbursement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assess and determine the health status and care level of all new admissions.
2. Ensure the accurate and timely completion of all MDS assessments, including PPS Medicare, quarterly, annual, and significant change assessments.
3. Communicate the level of care for new residents to all disciplines.
4. Coordinate interdisciplinary participation in completing the MDS for each new admission according to regulatory time frames, ensuring documentation is complete and thorough per federal, state, and medical standards.
5. Maintain an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments with proper reference dates throughout the resident’s stay.
6. Manage data entry to ensure accurate data entry and electronic submission of MDS assessments.
7. Verify electronic submissions, perform corrections as needed, and maintain records.
8. Schedule and conduct resident care conferences in compliance with regulations, ensuring MDS reviews are completed beforehand.
9. Assist disciplines in formulating and revising care plans, ensuring problems are identified, goals are realistic, and interventions are appropriate.
10. Evaluate and revise care plans for comprehensiveness and individualization.
11. Assess achievement of desired outcomes and update care plans accordingly.
12. Manage level of care changes within the facility, notify departments, generate necessary forms, and transmit to relevant agencies.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a Registered Nurse with current, unencumbered state licensure. Long-term care experience preferred. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires sitting, standing, bending, walking, and lifting/moving up to 25 pounds. Visual and auditory abilities sufficient for communication. Moderate noise level environment.