MDS Coordinator (Per Diem)

City of Lincoln; Medford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Same Day Pay

401(k) Enrollment

On-site Fitness Center and Pool

Discounts with Plum Benefits

Fresh Café discount

Job summary

Medford Leas in Medford, NJ is seeking an MDS Coordinator to support the Minimum Data Set and RAI processes. The role requires an RN license in New Jersey and at least one year of long-term nursing experience, with preference for RAC-CT or MDS Coordinator credentials.

The position offers per diem hours, 9am–5pm scheduling, and compensation of $28.32–$35.40 per hour. You will work with the IDT and Director of Rehabilitation to ensure OBRA/Medicare PPS compliance and high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN in New Jersey.
• One year of long-term nursing experience required.
• Preferred RNAC or MDS Coordinator experience.
• Eligible or certified RAC-CT.

Responsibilities

• Establish timely and effective MDS/PPS assessment scheduling with the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with IDT members on planning resident care and changes in status.
• Complete nursing portion of the MDS 3.0 and conduct resident interviews as needed.
• Support care plan processes per CAA triggers and communicate with the Nursing Manager.
• Review MDS for completeness and coordinate with Clinical Quality Manager on reports.
• Mentor and teach staff to promote understanding of the RAI process.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident care information (PHI).
• Report any incidents of unauthorized disclosure to Compliance.
• Participate in state/federal survey processes and QA/PI activities.
• Assist Health Care management with tasks and duties as requested.

Skills

MDS coordination

Nursing

Education

2 Year Degree

RN license in New Jersey

RAC-CT certified or eligible

Job description

• Location 1 MEDFORD LEAS WAY,Medford, NJ, 08055,United States


• Base Pay $28.32 - $35.40 / Hour


• Job Category Health Services


• Employee Type Non-Exempt


• Required Degree 2 Year Degree


• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]


• Email [e-mail]

Description

Per Diem | Assisted Living Facility | Medford, NJ

$28.32 - $35.40 per hour

The Minimum Data Set (MDS) Coordinator works under the supervision of the Clinical Quality Manager and supports the interdisciplinary coordination of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) / Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process through collaborating with Nursing and other team members. The MDS Coordinator operates using MDS 3.0.

*Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN in New Jersey.

Scheduling:

• 1 - 2 Days Per Week (After Initial Training)


• 9am - 5pm

Rate:

• $28.32/hr - $35.40/hr

Core Responsibilities:

• Works directly with the IDT members to establish timely and effective MDS/PPS assessment scheduling with the Director of Rehabilitation to fulfill OBRA and/or Medicare A/PPS requirements.


• Collaborates with IDT members in planning resident care, discharge and identification of any Significant Change in status of a resident.


• Completes nursing portion of the MDS 3.0 and conducts resident interviews as needed.


• Communicates with Skilled Nursing Resident Care Manager to support care plan process as outlined in the CAA triggers.


• Reviews all MDS’s for completeness ensuring that IDT members have completed required portion of MDS 3.0. Collaborates with the Clinical Quality Manager to facilitate export/validation reports.


• Mentors and teaches nursing and IDT staff, as needed, to promote understanding of the RAI process.


• Maintains confidentiality of all resident care information including Protected Health Information, (PHI).


• Reports any known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure to Corporate Compliance Liaison.


• Supports Clinical Quality Manager in state and federal survey process. As needed, participates in meetings and committees for Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI).


• Supports Clinical Quality Manager in completing tasks/duties as requested by Health Care management team.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• One year of long-term nursing experience required


• Preferred RNAC or MDS Coordinator experience


• Eligible or certified as a Resident Assessment Coordinator (certified) RAC-CT.


• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN in New Jersey.

Who We Are:

Medford Leas is a Quaker based Continuing Care Retirement Community, serving more than 600 residents in an active living environment with extraordinary health care services on two campuses in Medford and Lumberton, New Jersey. Since it's opening in 1971, Medford Leas has been recognized nationally for its leadership, innovation, superior health and wellness services and a unique 180-acre arboretum campus setting.

Benefits for All Staff:

• Tuition Assistance for Continuing Education programs. Get reimbursed for school expenses!


• We value our employee’s total health mental, physical and financial. Our Employee Assistance Program is provided at NO Cost to the employee.


• Same Day Pay! We have partnered with DailyPay. Receive your paycheck when you need it!


• 401(k) Enrollment with Safe Harbor contribution


• Access to our Fresh Café with a 40% employee discount!


• Access to our On-site Fitness Center and Pool with the option of a customized fitness program with our Trainers!


• Branded Financial Wellness website to get access to calculators and financial advice. We are also partnered with Fulton Bank, which comes with additional Savings!


• Enjoy partnered discounts with Plum Benefits! Make memorable moments with your loved ones for a fraction of the cost. Experience movies, concerts, theme parks at discounted rates!

Driving Employee Engagement: Medford Leas also sponsors many employee and family events throughout the year including sporting events, movie night at our newly renovated 140 seat theater, trivia contests, escape room, walking clubs and much more!

Medford Leas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.