MDS Coordinator LPN or RN

Riverview Health & Rehab Center - Jefferson; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverview Jefferson is seeking an experienced MDS Coordinator (LPN/RN) to join our team. You will assist in resident care planning, including MDS/MMQ processes, and act as a resource for care planning activities across departments.

You will ensure care quality meets standards, stay compliant with state and federal regulations, and support program development. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Valid license as an LPN in Michigan REQUIRED.
• Excellent resident assessment skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills; oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions (word processing, spreadsheets, databases).

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in resident care planning activities, including the MDS and MMQ process.
• Serve as a resource for resident care planning activities.
• Complete MMQ and turnaround documents timely and communicate with appropriate state departments.
• Ensure quality and appropriateness of resident care meets standards and complies with state, federal, legal, regulatory, accreditation, and reimbursement guidelines.
• Support program development activities.
• Attend and participate in department/facility meetings as required.
• Access continuing education opportunities.
• Promote optimal communication among staff, facility staff, referral sources, physicians, and residents.
• Access resources from regional offices for consultation and program development support.
• Seek external resources through conferences and workshops as necessary.
• Share knowledge with staff and other managers.
• Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to change and deadlines; maintain attendance standards.
• Maintain exemplary department appearance and staff presentment; ensure policy compliance.
• Adhere to safety and risk management protocols and programs.
• Participate in direct and indirect resident care as warranted.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Exhibit courtesy, compassion, and respect to residents and stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as directed.
• Working knowledge of MMD/MMQ rules and regulations.

Skills

Resident assessment skills

Regulatory knowledge

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

PC skills

Job description

Riverview Jefferson is looking for an experienced MDS Coordinator LPN or RN to join the team!The MDS Coordinator provides assistance in Resident care planning activities, including the MDS and MMQ ProcessServes as a resource person for resident care planning activities.Completes MMQ and turnaround documents in a timely manner and communicate as needed with appropriate state departments.Ensures that the quality and appropriateness of resident care meets or exceeds company and industry standards and ensures that all nursing services are in compliance with state, federal, legal, regulatory, accreditation, and reimbursement guidelines.Supports program development activities.Attends and participates in department/facility meetings, as required.Accesses continuing education opportunities appropriate to responsibilities of the job.Promotes optimal communication among program staff members, facility staff, referral sources, physicians, and residents.Appropriately accesses the resources of the company’s regional offices for consultation and program development support. Seeks out external resources through conferences, workshops, etc. as necessary. Routinely shares personal knowledge with staff, other managers, and facility personnel.Demonstrates flexibility in adjusting to change, resident needs, and customer expectations; meets company standards relating to deadlines and attendance.Established and maintains exemplary standards for department appearance and staff presentment; ensures compliance with company and facility policies and procedures.Adheres to all safety and risk management protocols and programs.Participates in direct and indirect resident care activities as warranted.Participates in quality improvement activities, which reduce cost and increase efficiency through improved systems and processes.Exhibits courtesy, compassion, and respect to residents, families, visitors, physicians, administrators, and coworkers.Performs other duties or functions as directed.Working knowledge of MMD/MMQ rules and regulations. Previous experience required.Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. / Valid license as an LPN in Michigan REQUIRED.Excellent Resident Assessment SkillsKnowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.Freedom from illegal use of drugs.Freedom from use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting, or mistreating individuals in a health care related setting are ineligible for employment in this position.Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions (word processing, graphics, databases, spreadsheets, etc.).Strong organizational and analytical skills; oral and written communication skills.Demonstrates ability in independent functioning and strong leadership.If you think this is you, apply to join the Riverview Health Retirement Communities as we enable seniors to age with dignity and independence – even as their healthcare needs and lifestyles evolve. With a focus on high-quality personal and compassionate care, the Riverview Health teams provide residents with an active and nurturing environment – and we want you to join us in our mission!Riverview Health Rehab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Decisions regarding employment will be based solely on the individual's qualifications as they relate to a particular job vacancy and to promote an environment of equal employment opportunity. There will be no regard given to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap or veteran's status or any other protected class as defined by law. This policy applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, benefits, training and development, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Questions or concerns should be referred to Our Director of Workforce Development