MDS Coordinator RN: Discharge & Care Continuum

LE110 Tishomingo Health Services, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services System seeks a skilled MDS Coordinator to coordinate patient care, discharge planning, and resource utilization. This role monitors cases for criteria, collaborates with physicians, nurses, and social workers, and ensures documentation supports appropriate reimbursement.

You will participate in Discharge Planning Team activities, oversee SWB and case management functions, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while striving to improve patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret medical record documentation.
• Excellent PC skills and ability to use hospital information systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of MDS, care plans, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate MDS activities and discharge planning.
• Monitor patient care criteria and utilization of resources.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and social workers.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accrediting standards.
• Support billing and documentation for appropriate reimbursement.

Skills

Medical record literacy

PC skills

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Regulatory knowledge

MDS & care plans knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services System seeks a skilled MDS Coordinator to coordinate patient care, discharge planning, and resource utilization. This role monitors cases for criteria, collaborates with physicians, nurses, and social workers, and ensures documentation supports appropriate reimbursement.

You will participate in Discharge Planning Team activities, oversee SWB and case management functions, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while striving to improve patient outcomes