MDS Nurse (73535)

Priority Management; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Free parking

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Priority Management is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for a day shift at Camelot Rehabilitation in Lafayette, LA. The role focuses on coordinating and overseeing MDS assessments, establishing ARD dates, and ensuring timely submission within Medicare guidelines.

RN experience is preferred, with emphasis on collaboration with the IDT, discharge planning, NOMNC/ABN processing, and maintaining documentation accuracy across the facility. On-site position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• LPN (Required); RN (Preferred).
• Experience with MDS assessments preferred.
• Licensed and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee MDS assessments and ARD; ensure timely submission.
• Report problems to Administrator; alert IDT as needed.
• Participate in compliance program and review quality measures monthly.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Camelot Rehabilitation at Magnolia Park - LAFAYETTE, LA 70506, Salary Range: $25.00 - $29.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Must be an LPN or RN

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for each resident utilizing the appropriate forms required by the type of assessment. Ensure that all assessments are completed and transmitted within required timeframes; report problem areas to the Administrator. Establish the assessment reference date (ARD), reason for the assessment, accuracy, timely completion and submission for each assessment. Initiate the opening and closing of assessments and alert the interdisciplinary team (IDT) as needed. Meet with and solicit feedback from department supervisors concerning the resident assessment/care plan functions of the facility. Participation in the facility compliance program including utilization review and monthly triple check for billing accuracy. Review medical records for accurate documentation of the resident’s condition and make recommendations for the improvement of documentation as directed. Conduct pre-admission nursing screening as directed to ensure Medicare Part A eligibility entitlement and coverage for all relevant referrals and new admissions. Develop and implement procedures with the Director of Nursing to inform all assessment team members of the arrival of newly admitted residents. Participate in functions involving discharge plans as necessary. Prepare Notices of Medicare Non-Coverage (NOMNC) within the time limits imposed by Medicare guidelines. Ensure appropriate and accurate completion of the physician certification and recertification form, Skilled Nursing Facility Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-Coverage (SNF ABN) and Medicare non‑coverage letter. Monitor residents for change in condition through facility IDT meetings per facility policies. Obtain appropriate qualifying diagnosis for residents obtaining Medicare Part A services and update diagnosis for each change in resident condition as appropriate. Contribute and collaborate in the development of the annual facility assessment providing updates as required. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc., as necessary. Maintain and periodically update written facility policies and procedures that govern the development, use and implementation of the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI)/Minimum Data Set (MDS) and care plan. Develop, implement and maintain an ongoing quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) program for the resident assessment/care plans. Ensure that a current copy of the RAI Manual is available to persons completing portions of the MDS. Monitor the MDS website and portal for up‑to‑date changes in the RAI manual monthly; distribute changes in the RAI manual to the IDT as needed. Review quality measures reports monthly and make recommendations to the QAPI Committee.

Qualifications

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)
• RN (Preferred)

Previous MDS experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity Statement

Priority Management Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Management Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.