MDS Coordinator Nurse

THE PLAZA AT LUBBOCK; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Plaza at Lubbock in Lubbock, TX is seeking an MDS Coordinator (RN or LVN) to join our team. This role focuses on Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement and requires coordination of MDS 3.0, care planning, and regulatory compliance.

You will help ensure high-quality, compassionate care and participate in the delivery of resident care according to regulatory requirements. Competitive benefits and a supportive team culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Current RN or LVN license in Texas.
• 2+ years of experience in skilled nursing facility with MDS duties.
• Proficiency in RAI / PPS processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete clinical assessments, supporting documentation, care planning, and transmitting MDS 3.0 as required by regulations.
• Participate in and direct delivery of patient care in accordance with facility systems, regulations, and physician orders.
• Ensure highest quality services in a customer-service-friendly environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

RN or LVN license in Texas

Tools

RAI / PPS processes

Job description

Lubbock, TX

MDS Coordinator (RN or LVN)

The Plaza at Lubbock

The Plaza at Lubbock in Lubbock, TX has opportunities for MDS Coordinator (RN or LVN) to join our team! A rewarding career is waiting for you at a great facility that specializes in rehabilitative care! If you are a (RN or LVN) with looking for a new opportunity, look no further.

As the MDS Coordinator (RN or LVN) your focus will be Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement. You will be responsible for the coordination and completion of clinical assessments, supporting documentation, care planning, and transmitting MDS 3.0, all as required by federal and state regulations. You will participate in and direct the delivery of patient care in accordance with facility clinical systems, regulatory requirements, and physician orders. You will be responsible for ensuring that the highest quality services are delivered in a customer-service-friendly environment.

You will play a key role in creating a positive patient experience by providing quality compassionate healthcare. Come be a key part of our mission to provide superior clinical care, rehabilitation, wellness, and supportive services that meet the wants, needs, and expectations of our patients and residents.

At The Plaza at Lubbock in Lubbock, TX we offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, employee appreciation events and much more. Don\'t miss out on this exciting nursing opportunity. We look forward to you joining our team!

MDS Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Maintaining MDS/Care plan schedule for interdisciplinary team
• Coordinating preparation of MDS and Care Plan as per regulatory requirements
• Tracking Medicare resident benefit days, validating daily Medicare census, and coordinating this information with management to assure accurate billing
• Completing responses to requests for additional information from the intermediary and appeals decisions, when necessary, within established time frames
• Ensuring preparation of Medicare denial letters for each resident discharged from Medicare coverage within time limits imposed by Medicare guidelines
• Participating in the ongoing evaluation of documentation required for Medicaid reimbursement

MDS Coordinator Requirements:

• Current RN or LVN license in the state of Texas
• 2+ years of experience in skilled nursing facility with previous experience in completing MDS\'s and Care Plans as an MDS Coordinator
• Demonstrated proficiency in the RAI / PPS processes
• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and resident assessment skills
• Good communication, clerical, organizational, and computer skills

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off with Cash-Out and Donation Options
• Paid Holidays
• Pay on Demand - Payday Advance
• Gym Membership and Fitness Program Discounts
• Employee Discounts on Everyday Purchases and Services
• Access to Automobile and Home Insurance Marketplace
• and more!