MDS Coordinator

Life Care Centers of America; Stoneham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking an MDS Coordinator to coordinate and assist with MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans aligned with CMS RAI Manual regulations.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license in good standing, with 2 years of nursing experience (geriatric preferred) and CPR/CRNC certifications. Responsibilities include education of staff, care plan reviews, and ensuring regulatory compliance within a post-acute care setting.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in applicable state and active status
• Two years nursing experience; geriatric experience preferred
• CRNC Certification (clinical compliance) and CPR certification required

Responsibilities

• Coordinate completion and submission of MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans per CMS RAI Manual Regulations
• Report changes in patient condition identified by MDS to the Director of Nursing
• Educate direct care staff on CMS RAI Manual updates and SNF regulations impacting documentation
• Assist in review of Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plans and Final Validation Reports
• Review CMS Reports for late submissions and help implement processes to prevent recurrence
• Attend PPS and other required meetings and support clinical operations
• Perform staff nurse functions as needed and maintain professionalism and patient relations
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with Life Care policies and code of conduct

Skills

RN Licensed

CPR Certification

Geriatric Nursing

MDS/RAI Knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

RN License in Good Standing

Job description

The MDS Coordinator coordinates and assists with completion and submission of accurate and timely interdisciplinary MDS Assessments, CAAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations and in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• CRN C Certification (clinical compliance)
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Advanced knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and assist with completion and submission of interdisciplinary, accurate, and timely MDS Assessments, CCAs, and Care Plans according to CMS RAI Manual Regulations
• Report any changes in a patient’s condition identified by the MDS Assessment to the DON
• Provide education to direct care associates regarding updates or changes to the CMS RAI Manual or Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations that impact documentation
• Assist with review of the Interdisciplinary Comprehensive Care Plan
• Review Final Validation Reports and attest that all assessments have been completed and accepted into the CMS QIES system prior to billing and notify the Business Office when assessments are not ready to bill
• Review CMS Reports to identify assessments completed or submitted late and develop systems and processes to prevent reoccurrence
• Attend and participate in the Daily PPS Meeting, Monthly Triple Check, and other meetings upon request
• Perform functions of a staff nurse as required
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language