MDS Coordinator

Apploi; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

River Grove Health and Rehab in Tennessee is seeking an LPN or RN to fill the MDS Coordinator role on-site. You will work with an interdisciplinary rehab team to ensure accurate MDS/RAI assessments, chart reviews, and timely documentation in accordance with federal and state guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN or LPN license, MDS certification, CPR, and at least three years of clinical experience, preferably in long-term care, with strong knowledge of MDS 3.0.

Qualifications

• Active RN/LPN license
• Certification in MDS
• Current CPR certification
• Experience with MDS 3.0
• Minimum three years of clinical experience; long-term care setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure interdisciplinary rehab team process in MDS/RAI formulation.
• Observe direct nursing care, review documentation and make appropriate recommendations, assist with chart audits.
• Provide clinical support and direction to appropriate resource materials.
• Verify all MDS documents required either by Federal and/or State Guidelines or Organizational policy are easily available at all times is completed timely as set forth by Federal Regulations.
• Participate in Daily PPS meetings, weekly Medicare meetings, and month end meetings to assure federal billing requirements are met.
• Assist in completing the Resident Assessment Instrument with the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Assist with the coordination and participate in the completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument in accordance with current Federal and State Regulations.

Skills

CPR certification

MDS 3.0 Experience

Education

RN/LPN license

MDS certification

Job description

River Grove Health and Rehab is seeking an LPN or RN for our MDS position!

We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and collaborative environment for our dedicated team. Our focus is on providing top-quality care to our beloved residents and ensuring employee satisfaction. Our center is enriched by the passion and energy of our team, and we strive to make every day enjoyable and fulfilling for not just our residents but for our staff as well. From lively concerts to hosting fun car shows, there is always something fun just around the corner here!

If you are looking for a place where you can grow, be appreciated, and make a real impact, River Grove is the perfect place for you! Come join us and experience the joy of working in a community that truly cares.

This is a fully on-site, in-office position; remote work is not available for this role.

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Responsibilities of the MDS Coordinator:

• Ensure utilization of interdisciplinary rehab team process in the formulation of MDS/RAI's.
• Observe direct nursing care, review documentation and make appropriate recommendations, assist with chart audits.
• Provide clinical support and direction to appropriate resource materials.
• Verify all MDS documents required either by Federal and/or State Guidelines or Organizational policy are easily available at all times is completed timely as set forth by Federal Regulations.
• Participate in Daily PPS meetings, weekly Medicare meetings, and month end meetings to assure federal billing requirements are met.
• Assist in completing the Resident Assessment Instrument with the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Assist with the coordination and participate in the completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument in accordance with current Federal and State Regulations.

Requirements of the MDS Coordinator:

• Active RN/LPN license
• Certification in MDS
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse with required current state licensure.
• Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience in a health care setting; long-term care setting preferred.
• Must have a current/active CPR certification.
• Must know MDS 3.0 Experience
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.

EQUAL OPPORTION EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.