MDS Coordinator - LVN- Park Valley Inn (17078)

Cantexcc; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Round Rock, TX is seeking an MDS Coordinator to ensure proper reimbursement for Medicare and Medicaid patients. This role involves managing quality patient care, compliance with regulations, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Texas nursing license and have experience in long-term care. We offer a competitive compensation package along with excellent benefits.

Benefits

401K with match

CEU reimbursement

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Supplemental insurance plans

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of LTC experience preferred.
• Must complete AANAC RAI Certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Maintains compliance with Medicaid and Medicare regulations.
• Coordinates Weekly Reimbursement Meeting with the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Completes all MDS assessments within the allotted time frame.

Skills

Communication

Delegation

Analysis

Education

Texas nursing license (RN, LVN)

AANAC RAI Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Skilled Nursing at Park Valley Inn Health Center - Round Rock, TX

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nursing

Description

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.

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*****$5,000 hiring incentive****

Job Summary:

The overall purpose of the MDS Coordinator position is to ensure appropriate reimbursement of Medicare and/or Medicaid Patients through the Patient Assessment Instrument (RAI) process. Assists in the management of quality Patient care on a continuing basis in accordance with federal and state standards and as may be directed by the Administrator or Director of Nursing.

Qualifications

• A current, valid Texas nursing license is required (RN, LVN)
• At least 2 years of LTC experience preferred.
• Must have an Acknowledgement of Completion Certificate through the HHSC RUG Online Training for Nursing Facilities.
• Must complete the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators (AANAC) RAI Certification within 1 year of employment.
• Ability to effectively communicate, direct, and delegate tasks.
• Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, nursing/Patient progress notes, and nursing procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from department heads, patients, family members, physicians, and the public.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains compliance with all State and Federal Medicaid and/or Medicare rules, regulations, and published interpretations.
• Participates in assessment of pre-admission paperwork to ensure Patient meets qualifying medical necessity determination.
• Attends standup meetings every weekday morning.
• Coordinates the Weekly Reimbursement Meeting with the Interdisciplinary Team Members to ensure proper Medicare and/or Medicaid reimbursement to match care delivery.
• Audits the Clinical Record to ensure appropriate documentation for actual care delivery; educates and trains staff on documentation guidelines.
• Obtains Medicare qualifying diagnosis(es) on Medicare Part A Patients and updates diagnosis for each change in diagnosis.
• Initiates and updates the physician certifications for each Medicare Part A Patient.
• Completes all Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments within the allotted time frame for each Medicare and/or Medicaid Patient.
• Reviews the 24-hour Nursing report to capture possible change in condition of a Patient.
• Prepares for all Medicaid audits.
• Tracks Patient benefit days, validates daily census, and coordinates information with the Financial Manager to ensure accurate billing.
• Achieves at least budgeted rates expectation.
• Reviews Cantex Continuing Care Network policies for Abuse Prevention and enforces employee responsibilities accordingly.
• Supports and upholds the Patient Care Management Systems as well as the Financial Management Systems.
• Responsible for ensuring patient/resident safety.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

#HP

We are an Equal opportunity employer; we offer an excellent benefits package including 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick leave, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, as well as a highly competitive compensation package.