MDS Coordinator - RN or LVN

Creative Solutions in Healthcare, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated MDS Coordinator to enhance resident care through quality assessment and coordination. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while fostering optimal care planning. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, effectively manage multiple projects, and work collaboratively within a team. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive work environment, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) Eligibility

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Coverage

Cancer Coverage

Qualifications

• Current Nursing License is required.
• Geriatric nursing background preferred with a focus on resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resident assessments and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Monitor documentation accuracy and facilitate interdisciplinary meetings.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Nursing Home Regulations

Education

Current Nursing License

Background in Geriatric Nursing

Tools

MDS Software

Job description

Join Our Team as an MDS Coordinator

Enhance Resident Care Through Quality Assessment & Coordination

We’re seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented MDS Coordinator to join our growing team! This role is essential in ensuring accurate assessments, compliance with state and federal regulations, and optimal care planning for our residents. Success in this position requires reliability, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative approach to interdisciplinary coordination.

Your Impact as an MDS Coordinator

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate Resident Assessments: Schedule and oversee admission, annual, quarterly, Medicare, and change-of-condition assessments, ensuring timely communication with nursing and other departments.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain adherence to Federal and State guidelines for comprehensive assessments (MDS).
• Monitor & Maintain Documentation: Review MDS and care plan documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and chronological order for all resident files.
• Utilize MDS Software Proficiency: Maintain expertise in MDS-related software and ensure accurate data entry and reporting.
• Facilitate Medicaid & Interdisciplinary Meetings: Attend and coordinate Medicaid meetings, ITTM meetings, and care planning discussions to ensure seamless communication and updates.
• Update & Implement Care Plans: Ensure care plan accuracy and update as needed based on resident status and assessment results.
• Provide Quality Indicators Reporting: Generate and distribute Quality Indicators Reports for DON, Administrators, and relevant staff to drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Manage MDS Data Transmissions: Perform timely and accurate MDS submissions in compliance with reporting standards.
• Stay Current with Industry Standards: Attend workshops and training sessions to remain updated on industry changes and best practices.
• Oversee Ancillary Management: Collect, manage, and report ancillary services data to corporate billing personnel.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re seeking someone who:

• Holds a current Nursing License in good standing.
• Has a geriatric nursing background with a passion for resident-centered care.
• Possesses strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing home regulations and compliance requirements.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Is highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

We offer (for full-time employees):

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more
• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies
• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education
• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off
• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility
• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.