MDS Coordinator (LPN or RN)

Brickyard Healthcare; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Excellent health benefits packages

Education reimbursement program up to

7,500 per year

Job summary

Brickyard Healthcare seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator (LPN or RN) to coordinate the resident assessment process in line with federal and state requirements and company policies.

The role requires an active LPN or RN license, CPR certification, and at least 2 years of clinical experience, including 1 year in long-term care. You will collaborate with physicians, families, payers, and staff to ensure compliant MDS delivery.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with a current, active license in the state of practice.
• Must hold and maintain a current CPR certification.
• Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience in a health care setting.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a long term care setting.
• Prior experience as an MDS coordinator with demonstrated expertise.
• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.

Responsibilities

• Completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI/MDS) per federal and state regulations and company policy.
• Act as in-house case manager by coordinating services with physicians, families, third party payers and facility staff.
• Coordinate the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) per current rules and guidelines, including RAPs and Triggers.
• Select the ARD and appropriate reasons for assessment to capture resources used for Medicare/Medicaid billing.
• Use company systems to manage the MDS process.
• Assist in developing a comprehensive resident assessment and care plan.
• Communicate with product champions to train new nursing staff on the RAI process.
• Participate in Medicare Part A in-house reviews as directed.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Clinical experience

Long-term care experience

MDS coordination experience

Job description

We rely on our MDS Coordinator (LPN or RN) to coordinate or assist in the development and completion of the resident assessment process in accordance with the requirements of the Federal and state regulations as well as Company policy and procedures.

Why Work For Us?

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent health benefits packages
• Education reimbursement program of up to $7,500 per year

Benefits & Conditions:

• No waiting period for enrollment
• Three health plan options
• VSP Vision
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Disability, Critical Illness, Accident & Legal Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the completion of the Resident Assessment Instrument per federal and state regulations and company policy and procedures.
• Acts as an in-house case manager by considering all aspects of the resident's care and coordinating services with physicians, families, third party payers and facility staff.
• Coordinates the development and completion of the resident assessment (MDS) in accordance with current Federal and state rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the resident assessment, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers
• Selects the correct Assessment reference date (ARD) and correct reasons for assessment that capture all resources utilized to ensure appropriate payment by the Medicare/Medicaid systems
• Uses company standard systems (Concurrent review when available) to manage the MDS process
• Assists in the development of a comprehensive resident assessment and care plan
• Communicates with the product champions to ensure that all new nursing employees are knowledgeable of the RAI process and receive the appropriate training as directed by their supervisor
• Participates in the Medicare Part A in house review as directed by their supervisors
• Follows company standard regarding weekly communication with the Business Office Manager on all information needed for Medicare/Medicaid billing

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse with a current, active license in the state of practice
• Must hold and maintain a current CPR certification
• Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience in a health care setting
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a long term care setting
• Prior experience as an MDS coordinator with demonstrated expertise
• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance

Location

Care Centers

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