MDS Coordinator (LPN/RN) - Resident Assessment Specialist

Socket.dev; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Career advancement

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator (LPN/RN) to oversee the resident assessment process in compliance with federal and state regulations and company policy. This role acts as an in-house case manager, coordinating care with physicians, families, and staff.

The ideal candidate has active LPN or RN licensure, CPR certification, and 2+ years in healthcare with 1+ year in long-term care, plus proven MDS coordination experience. Regular attendance is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered 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

• 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

Skills

MDS coordination

Case management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

CPR Certification

Communication with physicians/families

Education

LPN or RN license

Tools

MDS software

Concurrent review system

Job description

Socket.dev seeks an experienced MDS Coordinator (LPN/RN) to oversee the resident assessment process in compliance with federal and state regulations and company policy. This role acts as an in-house case manager, coordinating care with physicians, families, and staff.

The ideal candidate has active LPN or RN licensure, CPR certification, and 2+ years in healthcare with 1+ year in long-term care, plus proven MDS coordination experience. Regular attendance is required.