MDS Coordinator: Medicare & Care Planning Expert (RN)

Burbankhealthcare; Sun Valley (CA); Presencial; USD 69 000 - 79 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Burbankhealthcare is seeking an MDS Coordinator in California to ensure accurate MDS assessments for residents in accordance with OBRA and PPS guidelines. The role emphasizes high-quality nursing care, safety, and timely documentation.

Responsibilities include determining RGs, reviewing admissions, maintaining Medicare criteria knowledge, and ensuring timely MDS completion while upholding state and federal regulations. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $50 to $57 depending on experience.

Qualificações

• Valid and current California RN License.
• 1-2 years MDS experience or MDS completed course.
• BLS or CPR (required).
• 1-2 years experience in MDS coordinator role or related experience required.
• Exceptional mathematical skills and ability to apply them to tasks such as analysis of variance and sampling theory.
• Deep medical terminology knowledge.
• Experience in a clinical and healthcare setting preferred.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Demonstrable knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Previous experience in a SNF or similar job setting would be preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
• Excellent knowledge of emergency care.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsabilidades

• Participate in the admission process of prospective residents in terms of their nursing needs and appropriate placement
• Determine potential Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) and expense associated with a potential admission
• Review all applications for admission, followed by on-site or phone assessment and communicate results of assessment to the Admissions Coordinator
• Complete and assure the accuracy of the MDS process for all residents
• Maintain current working knowledge of Medicare criteria, serving as a resource for nursing staff and communicate changes in regulations
• Monitor Case Mix Index (CMI) scores, looking for potential risks and/or changes that may affect Medicaid reimbursement
• Facilitate problem-solving for complicated admissions
• Monitor Medicare assessment schedules and nursing documentation to ensure accuracy and timely submission
• Complies with the facility’s attendance policy requiring regular, reliable, and punctual attendance

Conhecimentos

RN license

MDS experience

BLS/CPR

Analytical skills

Medical terminology

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Burbankhealthcare is seeking an MDS Coordinator in California to ensure accurate MDS assessments for residents in accordance with OBRA and PPS guidelines. The role emphasizes high-quality nursing care, safety, and timely documentation.

Responsibilities include determining RGs, reviewing admissions, maintaining Medicare criteria knowledge, and ensuring timely MDS completion while upholding state and federal regulations. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $50 to $57 depending on experience.